Our program
Here are the Top 12 things our robust, supportive program offers the girls of Children's Heaven
Love
The environment of Children's Heaven is filled with Love, Acceptance and Appreciation which fosters bonds of sisterhood - where hugs, laughter and comfort flourish!
Food
44% of Ethiopian children, under the age of 5, suffer from chronic malnutrition.* Children's Heaven is happy to provide food rations for over 100 girls.
Sanctuary & Shelter
Ethiopia can be dangerous for young girls. Our gated facilities are protected by guards and offer the kids a place they can play and learn that is safe and private.
Psycho-Social Support
A large portion of the girls at Children's Heaven suffer from emotional and/or physical symptoms of the hardships HIV/AIDs causes to themselves and their famililes. Now, more than ever, it is essential to offer Psycho-Social support to these destitute children.
Medication & Hygiene
With a Registered Nurse on-staff, and a Nursing Station available, we're able to provide Basic First Aid as well as over-the-counter medication. Private shower stalls allow the children to bathe when they otherwise would go without.
Schooling & School Supplies
This covers primary schooling fees, after-school help, educational supplies and even some registration fees for college.
Clothing & Uniforms
Each girl is guaranteed at least 1 uniform for the year, along with a pair a shoes, a set of Winter clothes and a set of Summer clothes. With continued donations, Children's Heaven can better accomodate the growing demand for clothing and shoes.
Activities & Exercise Programs
So the girls can learn and grow in a fun environment, Extracurricular Activities and Education have been a part of our ongoing program for over 14 years. This improves their self-esteem, confidence, sisterhood, mental stability and love for each other.
Tutoring
We support and challenge the girls to maintain high grades in school. To do this, we occasionally offer expert coaching from 3rd-party tutoring programs.
Transportation
The majority of girls must take public transportation to-and-from Children's Heaven, because the distance is so great. We ensure their safety by paying for transit and requiring they travel in pairs and groups.