Desta's Family

Desta dreams of a home of her own where she can raise her two young children and build a brighter future.

As the oldest of seven children, Desta had to leave school at a young age and quickly learned what it meant to carry significant responsibilities. At 13 years old, she left home hoping to find work and build a better life in the city. However, her early years in Addis Ababa brought many challenges, and she spent more than seven years working as a domestic worker before becoming a mother.

After experiencing rejection and abuse in her first relationship, Desta made the difficult decision to leave and protect herself and her young son. Today, she is determined to provide a stable future for her two children. Currently living in another family’s home, Desta longs for a safe, stable place where her children can grow and thrive.

Monthly sponsorship will provide Desta’s family with holistic support such as food, housing, medical care, spiritual care, counselling, education, health and life skills training, income generation and business development opportunities. Being part of HFK’s Family Empowerment Program will also give this family an opportunity to participate in many of our youth, daycare, education, and community programs.

Current Need per Month $300:  Sponsor $300 per mo. | $150 per mo. | $75 per mo.