Transforming Lives in Oyuma Village, Kenya: How Take Heart Africa is Breaking the Cycle of Poverty

One transformative visit to Oyuma Village in Migori County, Kenya, changed everything. Our founder, Delta, saw firsthand how even a small act of support could unlock hope for children and widows facing immense challenges. Inspired by this experience, she founded Take Heart Africa to empower orphaned children and widows in rural Kenya and break the cycle of poverty. With Giving Tuesday around the corner, we’re excited to share our dream for Migori County, where limited access to education and opportunity have kept many in generational poverty.  At Take Heart Africa, we’re addressing poverty’s root causes by providing educational opportunities for children and young adults and empowering them towards pursuing their dream career.

In Migori County, over 500,000 children under 13 are out of school because many families cannot afford basic necessities, let alone school fees. To address this, we provide primary school scholarships funded by generous donors. These scholarships cover tuition and uniforms, giving young students the opportunity to focus on their education instead of child labor. Each scholarship ensures children can attend school and build a foundation for a brighter future.

For high school students, we provide scholarships designed to help them navigate challenges such as rising education costs, early pregnancy, child marriage, and limited job opportunities. Alongside covering tuition and fees, our programs include mentoring and parental support workshops, creating a safe and nurturing environment. These initiatives empower teens to stay in school, overcome obstacles, and pursue opportunities that break the cycle of poverty.

University scholarships go even further by addressing the financial barriers that prevent many students from accessing higher education. These scholarships, along with initiatives like financial literacy training, weekly community service involvement, mentoring, and discipleship, help students stay on track to complete their degrees. With these resources, they can find meaningful work and create pathways to success that uplift their families and transform their communities.

This Holiday Season, Be Part of the Solution

Your support drives our mission forward, keeping more students in school, helping graduates secure fulfilling careers, and empowering widows to achieve financial independence. This Giving Tuesday, join us in building a brighter, more hopeful future in Migori County, Kenya. Together, we can be the answer to some of life’s hardest questions.