On Saturday, 13th September 2025, Harmony Institute, in collaboration with Light International Primary School, organized a meaningful outreach program to support vulnerable children in Nairobi. The visiting team, which included; students, teachers, and parents, was divided into two groups; one traveling to Mama Fatma Children’s Home in Eastleigh and the other to Victorious Joy Children’s Home in Kahawa West. Harmony Institute was represented by two members at Victorious Joy and one member at Mama Fatma.
Mama Fatma Children’s Home – Eastleigh
The Eastleigh group arrived at Mama Fatma Children’s Home at 11:00 a.m., where they were warmly received by Muhammad; the person in charge. The home currently supports 85 children aged between 2 and 18 years; most of them orphans or children who had been abandoned.
The team was given a guided tour of the facilities, which include: dormitories for boys and girls, a kitchen, a dining hall, a madrasa, and a prayer area. While these facilities provide structure and safety, they remain limited considering the large number of children.
Muhammad highlighted the home’s most pressing needs: diapers, toiletries, sanitary towels, foodstuffs, clothing, shoes, toys, inner wears and stationery. Despite these challenges, the children radiated joy and kindness. They engaged the visitors warmly, and one child delivered a touching vote of thanks on behalf of the group.
Victorious Joy Children’s Home – Kahawa West
The second group proceeded to Victorious Joy Children’s Home, founded in 2007 by Madam Rose, who herself grew up as an orphan. Moved by her own childhood struggles, she made a promise to God that one day she would dedicate her life to caring for children who had faced rejection and neglect.
Today, the home provides shelter, food, clothing, education, and protection for children referred by local authorities such as the chief’s office, police, and the Sub-County Children’s Office. However, the home continues to grapple with challenges including limited living space, food shortages, lack of school fee support, and inadequate resources for family reintegration programs.
During the visit, the children’s deep faith was evident as they sang worship songs and greeted the visitors with “Praise the Lord.” The atmosphere turned lively as the team joined in a group game that brought laughter and joy to both the children and visitors. Before leaving, the group donated foodstuffs, books, clothes, and shoes, a contribution warmly received by the home.
A Day of Shared Compassion
The visits to Mama Fatma and Victorious Joy Homes were more than just outreach they were moments of connection, solidarity, and compassion. The resilience of the children and the unwavering dedication of their caregivers deeply inspired the visiting teams.
For Harmony Institute and Light International Primary School, the experience reinforced the importance of extending kindness and practical support to vulnerable children. Above all, it served as a reminder that through small acts of generosity, we can nurture hope and create lasting impact in the lives of those who need it most.
