OUR three MAIN FOCUS'
Impacting Forgotten Children - Clark and Vahle Educational Drop-In Center
We impact the children of Nairobi, Kenya by offering Bible classes, a full-time Kindergarten, after-school tutoring, and providing necessary resources for living at the Clark and Vahle Educational Drop-in Center.
In 2024:
- Families impacted in Mathare slums: 270
- Staff and volunteers: 12
- Students enrolled in daily Kindergarten: 11
- Over 3,600 hours given to children in 2024 through Oasis of Hope Mathare so far
- Counselling Beneficiaries: 42
- Meals provided : 2,674 in 2024
- Daily after school library students impact: 53
- Students benefiting from financial aid for school fees: 22
Eliminating Poverty
Through our Kenyan entrepreneurship development program, we educate African small business owners to help eliminate poverty by providing classes and mentorship.
In 2024:
- 3,426 hours invested by 8 staff and 3 volunteers
- 540 classes all starting with a a devotion and prayer, then followed up with basic practical business skills.
- 108 small businesses improved!
- 88 small businesses started in 2024!
- A ripple impact of hope that starts with the poor given skills and relationships that help them thrive!
Mentoring, Discipleship & Friendship
We have a passion for multiplying impact by encouraging and equipping people. We bridge relationships and resources for people who are stuck.
- George (center in picture) is mentored by Brian monthly. He started a fatherhood nonprofit called Firm Foundations South Africa where over 75% of young men grow up without a father. Learn more HERE.
- Win Clark disciples dozens of men weekly through listening, small group Bible studies, and one-on-one meetings. Win is a Sage mentor with dozens of men who look to him for wisdom and guidence.
- Tom was burned out in ministry and seeking rest. We bridged him to our RESPITE CARE webpage. Tom, and many others, find a listening ear and helpful resources.