Nakuru Children's Trust
In 2002, Cornerstone Fellowship began a mission to rescue street children in Nakuru, Kenya. Since then, we have supported well over 300 primary, high school and post-secondary students seeking to meet, not only their physical needs of food and shelter, but to also provide them an excellent education, and help to develop a deep faith in Jesus Christ and a strong Christian character.
We have seen many of our students complete their education and become nurses, teachers, accountants, carpenters, electricians, tailors, hairdressers, etc., as well as others who have started their own business or use their expertise in computer science and information technology to begin supporting themselves and help their families break the cycle of poverty.
One of our greatest joys has been to see our students initiate “giving back” to others in need in their communities, using their own resources.
We currently have many students in need of a sponsor. We would like to invite you to join Cornerstone’s efforts to change lives in Kenya.
Support a STUDENT
Scroll down to identify a student that you would like to support. Below each photo you will find the student’s bio.
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Ann Wanjiku Ann's mother died of TB in 2002 when she was 9 years old. Her father remarried but the step-mother rejected her and her sister. She lives with her aunt during school breaks. She has a younger sister, who is also under NCT care. Ann is pursuing a degree in Health System Management and will graduate in April 2022. University, $70/mo sponsorship ID# GGR040 CLICK HERE TO SPONSOR |
Beatrice Wanjiru Beatrice is the oldest of 4 children. Her mom tries to feed her family working odd jobs but she is in poor health and often the family goes hungry. The father's whereabouts are unknown. Beatrice is studying nutrition at Mt. Kenya University and will graduate in April 2023. College, $140/mo sponsorship ID# GGR001 Click Here to Sponsor
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Boniface Anzina Boniface's mother died when he was 6 months old and his father abandoned him at a relative's house shortly after her death. Since then, Boniface has been passed from relative to relative. He has a brother whom he has never met. Boniface will earn his degree in Business Commerce and graduate in March 2023. University, $70/mo sponsorship ID# GR68 Click Here to Sponsor
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Clife Lemi After Clife's mother died in 2004, he and his brother went to live with his grandmother, who was also raising several other grandchildren. Life has been very difficult for Clife but he has done extremely well. For many years he and several cousins lived on their own, doing odd jobs, and continued to stay in school and excel. Clife will get his degree in business and information technology from Mt Kenya University, graduating in May 2024. University, $70/mo sponsorship ID# GR116 Click Here to Sponsor |
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Dennis Muriuki Dennis' mom was killed in a road accident in 2007. He and his three sisters live with an aunt. He enjoys swimming and soccer and wants to be an engineer, designing planes. His best subjects are science and social studies. HS Senior, $70/mo sponsorship ID# HS141 Click Here to Sponsor |
Edwin Cheloti Edwin's father disappeared when he was a young child and his mother died from unknown causes. He was left under the care of an aunt. Edwin is finishing a degree in Social work and will graduate in December 2022. College, $105/mo sponsorship ID# GR131 Click Here to Sponsor |
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Elisha Okoth Mburu Elisha lost both of his parents due to HIV/AIDS-related illnesses. His grandparents became his guardians but were very abusive towards him. He and his brother were taken in by a single woman who has raised him since age 7. He is a hard-working young man who has overcome many obstacles in his young life. HS Senior, $35/mo sponsorship ID# HS209 Click Here to Sponsor |
Esther Wairimu Esther’s mother died in 2005 after a road accident and there is no contact with her father. She and her sister live with an aunt who is their guardian. Esther has excelled in her studies and is studying medicine at Edgerton University. She will graduate in August 2024. University, $210/mo sponsorship ID# GGR105 Click Here to Sponsor
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Francis Githua As one of 5 boys, Francis left for the streets after his mother died when he was 8 years old. He is a very quiet young man with a very big heart. His grandparents have tried their best to raise the boys but were unable to provide even the basic needs for them, including education. He has been under NCT care since 2007. He hopes to begin his post secondary training in 2022. HS Grad, $70/mo Sponsorship ID# HS173 Click Here to Sponsor |
Francis Ngugi Francis lost his mother due to complications from HIV/AIDS. He has never known his father. He is a very quiet boy who likes to play volleyball and the drums. His elderly grandmother has raised him and his two brothers and sister. HS Junior, $70/mo sponsorship ID# HS197 Click Here to Sponsor
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Grace Njoki Grace lives with her grandmother, five brothers and one sister. Her parents both died when she was 4 years old. Grace is enrolled in a vocational program in hair and beauty. She will finish in November 2022. Vocational, $140/mo sponsorship ID# GGR004 Click Here to Sponsor
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Ian Njoroge Ian has lived with his grandmother since he was 2 years old after his mother disappeared. Her whereabouts are still unknown. He has one younger brother. He likes math and science and wants to be an aerospace engineer. His hobbies are soccer and drawing. HS Senior, $35/mo sponsorship ID# HS211 Click Here to Sponsor |
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Jacinta Wambui Jacinta’s mother died from an AIDS-related illness in September 2009. She is currently living with her grandmother. The father’s whereabouts are unknown. Vocational, $70/mo sponsorship ID# GHS106 Click Here to Sponsor
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Joan Wambui Joan's mother passed away in 2008 due to AIDS. She has three brothers and three sisters. There are two sets of twins in the family, Joan being one of them. The grandmother cares for all of the children. Joan loves swimming and dancing and her favorite subjects are English and Christian studies. HS Sophomore, $35/mo sponsorship ID# GH107 Click Here to Sponsor |
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Joseph Kamau Joseph wants to be an auto mechanic and his hobbies are writing stories and drawing. He has an older sister and an older brother under NCT care. Both his parents are deceased and he lives with his grandmother. He will begin his studies in January 2021 and finish in December 2022. Vocational, $105/mo sponsorship ID# GR143 Click Here to Sponsor |
Kelvin Waweru After his parents died, Kelvin was left under the care of his grandparents. He has one brother. Kelvin is studying mechanics and will finish in April 2022. Vocational, $35/mo sponsorship ID# GR135 Click Here to Sponsor
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Martin Kimani Martin’s parents died in 2005 and 2006 from HIV/AIDS-related ailments. He has one sister and four brothers. Martin received an appointment to a government school this year because of his academic success. He is studying construction management at Kenyatta University. He will graduate in August 2023. University, $35/mo sponsorship ID# GR154 Click Here to Sponsor |
Mary Nduta The whereabouts of Mary's father are unknown and her mother is mentally unstable and has never been able to care for Mary. She currently lives with her elderly grandfather. HS Sophomore, $35/mo sponsorship ID# GH140 Click Here to Sponsor
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Mercy Njeri Mercy's parents have both died and she lives with her grandmother. She has one brother and one sister. She is a very happy young woman and always has a smile on her face. Mercy is studying catering and will finish in December 2021. Vocational, $105/mo sponsorship ID# GRR023 Click Here to Sponsor |
Mercy Mwihaki Mercy's mother passed away in 2009 and she and her older sister were raised by their grandparents. She has never known her father. Mercy is studying cosmetology and will finish in July 2022. Vocational, $70/mo sponsorship ID# GRR129 Click Here to Sponsor
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Michael Kiragu Michael’s father died of TB and his mom died in 2008 of AIDS. He and his two siblings were left under the care of their grandmother. He is studying mechanical engineering and will graduate in August 2023. College, $70/mo sponsorship ID# GR175 Click Here to Sponsor
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Monica Wambui Monica’s mom died in 2007 of diabetes. She has never met her father. She and her brother have been raised by an aunt and under NCT care since 2009. She is a delightful young lady and always has a smile on her face. HS Senior, $70/mo sponsorship ID# GHS087 Click Here to Sponsor
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Monicah Muthoni Monicah's mother passed away in 2002 when she was 6 months old. She does not know her father. She has one older sister. She would like to go to a university and study music. HS Senior, $35/mo sponsorship ID# GHS121 Click Here to Sponsor
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Paul Kihue After Paul's mother died in 2005, he and his four siblings were left under the care of the grandparents. However, they abandoned the children and other relatives took them in. On school breaks, he stays with an older brother. Paul is studying to become an electrician and will finish in November 2021. Vocational, $70/mo sponsorship ID# GR128 Click Here to Sponsor |
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Paul Manjai Paul's parents are both dead and he lives with his grandmother. He has three brothers and one sister. He is studying catering at a vocational school and will finish in December 2022. Vocational, $140/mo sponsorship ID# GR125 Click Here to Sponsor |
Peris Njeri Peris lost her mother in 2003 when she was 3 years old due to HIV/AIDS-related illness. She has been raised by her aunt and has three older brothers. HS Senior, $35/mo sponsorship ID# GHS086 Click Here to Sponsor
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Ruth Waithera Ruth's single mother died in 2005 of heart disease. She and her siblings, one brother and three sisters, live with their aunt and uncle. She enjoys swimming and reading. Her favorite subjects are math and reading and she wants to do something in the medical field. She will begin her post-secondary studies in January 2021. HS Grad, $70/mo sponsorship ID# GGR063 Click Here to Sponsor |
Salome Naguthii Salome is one of nine children. Her mother died in 2005 and her grandmother tried to take responsibility for the children. Three of her siblings were also educated under NCT. Salome is studying hospitality and will finish in September 2021. Vocational, $70/mo sponsorship ID# GRR30 Click Here to Sponsor
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Samuel Kinyara Samuel lives with his grandmother who is unable to educate him or his brother and two sisters. His father died in 2002 and the whereabouts of his mother are unknown. HS Senior, $70/mo sponsorship ID# HS200 Click Here to Sponsor
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Shadrak Kagongo Shadrak lost both of his parents due to HIV/AIDS-related illness in 2006 and 2007. He was left with an uncle who had four children of his own and was unemployed. He came under our care in 2008. Shadrak has three brothers and two sisters. He is currently studying plumbing and masonry at a vocational school and will finish in April 2022. Vocational, $70/mo sponsorship ID#GR158 Click Here to Sponsor |
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Sharon Wairimu Sharon’s mother was a single mother. She died in December 2007 after a 6-month illness. The grandmother takes care of Sharon and her sister but is unable to pay school fees. Sharon will start her post-secondary education in 2021. HS Grad, $70/mo sponsorship ID# GHS115 Click Here to Sponsor |
Stephen Gakuo Stephen's parents are both dead and he lives with his grandmother, who is a poor farmer. There is not enough money to provide him with an education or even enough food. He is a kind boy and very bright. Stephen has no other siblings. HS Freshman, $70/mo sponsorship ID# HS226 Click Here to Sponsor |
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Wilson Ngige Wilson's mother died of AIDS, and he has never known his father. His elderly grandfather is the guardian for Wilson and his two sisters. He is a very bright, soft-spoken young man and will do well at the university. He is studying pharmaceutical technology and will graduate in August 2023. University, $70/mo sponsorship ID# GR089 Click Here to Sponsor |
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