The heartbreaking reality? Shekhinah currently turns away three children for every one we can house. Our Homes of Hope expansion project addresses this crisis by constructing four new cottages designed to mimic healthy family environments. Each 12-bed residence features private sleeping quarters (no institutional dormitories), a shared living space with books and…

In Uganda’s rural communities, many orphaned children walk dangerous distances to overcrowded schools—until they inevitably drop out. Shekhinah is changing this narrative through our Hope Academy construction project. The new campus, slated to open in 2025, will feature eight solar-powered classrooms, a library, and Uganda’s first trauma-sensitive school design (including quiet rooms…

At Shekhinah Orphanage, we recognize that many orphans are cared for by struggling grandmothers and widows. Through our Seeds of Dignity project, we equip these courageous women to become self-sufficient providers. Each beneficiary receives a starter kit containing drought-resistant seeds (maize, beans, and nutrient-rich vegetables), basic farming tools, and training in modern…