The Children's Home

More Than a Shelter. A Family.

Founded in 2004, providing a stable, loving environment for orphaned, abandoned, or rescued children. Here, each child receives unconditional love and discipleship.

Founded 1994 · Nairobi, Kenya · 30+ Years of Family

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60+ children in residence, every one of them, family.

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Where Every Child Belongs

A name that matters, a bed that is theirs, adults who show up.

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Our Home

Where Every Child Belongs

Where Every Child Belongs

ByGrace Children's Home is not an institution, it is a family. From the moment a child arrives, they are given a name that matters, a bed that is theirs, and adults who will show up for them every single day.

What began in a single rented room with five children in 1994 has grown into a thriving community. But the heart of it has never changed: every child here is someone's son or daughter, and we are their family.

2004Year Founded
22+Years Serving
50+University Grads
200+Children

Daily Life

Laughter, routine, safety, and love, the building blocks of a childhood restored.

A Typical Day

Rhythm of Love, Learning & Discipline at ByGrace Home

6:30 AM
Wake up, morning prayers, and chores
7:30 AM
Breakfast together in the dining hall
8:30 AM
School for older children; preschool for little ones
3:30 PM
Homework and tutoring
5:00 PM
Free play, sports, and creative activities
7:00 PM
Family dinner
8:00 PM
Evening devotion and story time
9:00 PM
Lights out

Consistency Is a Form of Love

For children who have known chaos, unpredictability, and loss, a reliable daily rhythm is not a schedule, it is security.

Research consistently shows that children raised in structured, nurturing environments develop stronger emotional regulation, higher academic achievement, and a more secure sense of identity.

This rhythm of love, learning, and discipline builds character and security, the two things every child needs to become who God made them to be.

— Rosemary, Co-Founder & Home Director

Transformed Lives

Behind every smiling face is a story of rescue, resilience, and grace.

Maria's story

Maria's Story

Maria arrived at the Home malnourished and fearful. Today, she is a confident middle-schooler who dreams of becoming a nurse.

"At ByGrace, I learned that I am loved by God and by my new family."

Samuel's story

David's Story

David  was found scavenging in a garbage dump. Now he is the first to help younger children with their homework and leads the nightly prayer.

His smile is a testament to the transformation that love can bring.

60+Children in Residence
3Hot Meals Every Day
52+University Graduates
30+Years of Faithful Care
100%Children Enrolled in School

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For $39 a month, provide everything a child needs to flourish, and the assurance that someone believes in them.

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From new mattresses to school uniforms, your designated gift meets a tangible need.

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Skilled volunteers, teachers, nurses, builders, are always welcome to serve on-site.

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