A Legacy of Courage, Faith, and Collaboration “Even the best cooking pot will not produce food.” [ Old African Proverb ] Vision and resources alone are not enough to bring about transformation—it takes daily courage, faith, and perseverance. We have found that faith, expertise, and God’s love combine to make a powerful catalyst for change—in
2025 – A Year of Impact KERUS CARE CENTER Grannies on the Go We are thrilled to announce the formation of the official Grannies Soccer Team, ready to compete in friendly community matches. This unique initiative embodies Kerus’s whole-person approach, fostering health, laughter, vital social connection and joyful recreation for the dedicated women who support
Reflections from Kele Koole, Kerus Care Center Director Finding Family Through Compassion Working at the Kerus Care Center (KCC) over the past twelve years has profoundly shaped my personal life in the most positive ways. Caring for the eighty-four orphaned and vulnerable children in our community of Soshanguve has taught me the true meaning of
Our hearts beat with a deep passion for the orphans, Grannies, and dedicated staff at our Care Center in Soshanguve, a desire to see them cherished, thriving, and protected. Yet, we know the need is so much bigger than just our Care Center; it spans the globe. Each November, Global Orphan Awareness Month calls us to open our
At the Kerus Care Center in Soshanguve, South Africa, a unique and transformative program is shaping more than strong bodies—it’s shaping strong hearts. Beyond our mission to nurture character and provide care for vulnerable children, our Tae Kwon Do program has become a powerful way for young lives to discover courage, discipline, and confidence. Each week, the children gather with
A wave of joy recently swept through the Kerus Care Center in Soshanguve, South Africa, as the children clapped and cheered for their brand-new playground. Thanks to the generosity of our friends at Rich Fork Church in Thomasville, NC, the Care Center is now home to colorful climbing equipment, swings, and slide. The children’s wide-eyed wonder was unmistakable—tiny hands explored smooth
"Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience." — Colossians 3:12 We recently had the incredible opportunity to host a Courage to Care conference in Cape Town, where two of our U.S. staff, Stacy and Tabitha, experienced the training for the first time. We’re
Working with the Safe House Project, we have created a multi-faceted interactive training for pastors, teachers, and other community leaders. We are equipping them to train about the science and sickening realities of trafficking. These leaders need strategies for helping both individuals and communities prevent their precious young ones from falling into the hands of
A message from Kele Koole, our Soshanguve Orphan Care Manager I miss the old normal! I miss the days when it was not an offense to hug. Now we have to elbow greet or just simply wave to show affection. This virus has had severe consequences for our families, and news about the passing of
"When the street lights come on, you should be home!" Was that your family rule when you were a little kid? What did your parents really mean? Was it, WHEN you see the street lights you should go home, or IF the street lights are on, you should be home? The first gives wiggle room
