Across the globe, Kids Alive is bringing lasting change through powerful stories of resilience and restoration. From reopening clinics in Kenya and inspiring math confidence in the Dominican Republic to elevating young voices in Zambia and walking alongside mothers in Lebanon, each moment reflects our commitment to education, healing, and hope. Through faith-driven care and community partnerships, we’re building a future where children and families can thrive.
Peru: Once a child in a Kids Alive home, Rufino Muñoz now leads the Families Center in Peru, using his journey of faith and perseverance to empower children and families with hope and support.
Zambia: Children from Kids Alive Zambia took to the airwaves on International Children’s Day of Broadcasting, boldly sharing their faith, talents, and dreams—empowered to find their voice and shape their future.
Lebanon: At New Horizons Center in Lebanon, Kids Alive staff spent a meaningful day listening to and encouraging mothers, offering hope, faith, and the start of deeper support through future healing-focused programs.
Guatemala: Kids Alive Guatemala’s Escuintla Justice Center hosted the powerful Life in Limbo workshop, helping over 60 child protection professionals experience the realities of institutional care and inspiring a shift toward compassionate, trauma-informed justice.
Dominican Republic: On International Math Day, Kids Alive’s Eva May Russell School in the Dominican Republic hosted a joyful Math Marathon, helping students build confidence and discover the fun and potential in learning math.
Kenya: After years without local care, Kids Alive Kenya helped reopen a community clinic—restoring access to essential medical services and bringing renewed hope and dignity to families.
Haiti: Kids Alive Haiti students courageously completed their third-term exams—celebrating not just academic progress, but the resilience and hope that education brings.
Rufino Muñoz, now the director of the Families Center at Kids Alive Peru in Andahuaylas has a powerful story rooted in faith, perseverance, and transformation. As a child, Rufino grew up in a Children’s Home—an experience that deeply shaped his life. While there, he encountered God through daily Bible reading, learned the value of teamwork, and was supported by loving tutors who listened and cared. These early lessons planted the seeds of purpose that would grow over time.
After reuniting with his family, he pressed on using his talent in math to tutor students, support himself, and pursue his dream of attending university. That determination has paid off. He eventually went on to work with Kids Alive Peru, first as a math teacher, then as a house parent, and finally, through God’s providence, as a director.
When the home transitioned into a full-fledged Families Center, Rufino saw firsthand the expanded reach it could have. The center now empowers not just children, but whole families—offering support, education, and hope. Today, Rufino leads with compassion and conviction, sharing weekly devotionals with his team and walking alongside these families with unwavering faith.
His life is a beautiful picture of what happens when God’s love, paired with trauma-informed care, takes root...a living example of #FaithThatHeals and a testimony to the long-lasting impact of Kids Alive’s mission to create bonds that mend and build thriving communities from the inside out. 🌍
Earlier in March, a vibrant wave of young voices took over the airwaves in celebration of the International Children’s Day of Broadcasting—and Kids Alive Zambia was right at the heart of it! With the powerful theme “Our Children, Our Future,” children from across our three sites—Chikondi, Lilato, and Kids Alive Academy—stepped into the spotlight.
Broadcasting live from One Love Radio in Lusaka and Liseli FM in Mongu, our children presented a variety of radio segments, including heartfelt devotions, insightful career talks, Scripture memory verses, and even reading the main news. Each child brought their own spark, sharing their gifts and faith with listeners across the country. For many, this was their first time behind a microphone—and they rose to the moment with joy and courage.
These moments go far beyond radio time. They are part of how Kids Alive empowers children to find their voice, build confidence, and boldly dream for their futures. Through education and programs rooted in faith, we’re helping raise a generation that not only sees a brighter future—but speaks it into existence. 💙
At the New Horizons Center in southern Lebanon, a powerful moment of connection and hope unfolded as our Country Director, Denise, and social worker, Joelle, spent the day listening to and encouraging the mothers in our program. 💙
For many of these women, daily life carries heavy burdens—parenting in difficult conditions, managing household responsibilities, and navigating trauma from past experiences. This visit marked Joelle’s first time meeting with the group, and it became a meaningful opportunity to hear their stories, assess their needs, and begin forming the foundation for future support.
Denise shared a message drawn from the story of the Shunammite woman in 2 Kings 4—a reminder of strength, faith, and what it means to be a woman of resilience and purpose. Her words brought encouragement to each mother present, affirming that they are seen, valued, and not alone in their journey.
This time of connection was just the beginning. By building trust and learning more about each family’s unique circumstances, our team is laying the groundwork for future focus groups that will address parenting, healing, and emotional wellness—core parts of our mission at Kids Alive to bring justice that heals and create bonds that mend. 🧡
The Kids Alive Guatemala Escuintla Justice Center recently took a powerful step toward transforming the child protection system by hosting the experiential workshop Life in Limbo, collaborating with the Christian Alliance for Orphans. 💙
Designed to place participants in the shoes of a child entering protective care, Life in Limbo is not just a training—it’s an awakening. Judges, child protection officers, public prosecutors, and social workers walked through the disorienting experience that too many children face: separation, uncertainty, and institutionalization. The workshop brought emotion, empathy, and insight to the forefront. Over 60 professionals from across Escuintla attended, making this one of our most impactful advocacy efforts yet.
As participants engaged with the experience, many expressed how deeply it changed their perspective—moving from distant policy decisions to real, human understanding. And that’s exactly the kind of systemic change we’re working toward at Kids Alive: a justice system that leads with compassion and trauma-informed care.
📚 This year, on International Math Day, Eva May Russell School in the Dominican Republic turned numbers into celebration! Students in 4th through 6th grade took part in a lively Math Marathon packed with games, challenges, and competitions—all designed to spark joy and confidence in learning math. 💙
Many students see math as intimidating or unattainable. But at Kids Alive, we believe every child deserves to discover their potential—including the ability to thrive in the classroom. This event helped students see that math isn’t just about tests and assignments, it’s a powerful tool for problem-solving and creativity.
Through play, encouragement, and innovative teaching, students began to see math not as a barrier—but as a possibility. Events like this one are part of our greater mission to provide #educationthatheals and create moments of joy that build confidence and restore hope. 🧡
After years without accessible medical services, the community surrounding Kids Alive Kenya's site is celebrating a major milestone—the reopening of a local clinic! 🧡 For a long time, the facility stood closed due to a lack of funding, leaving children and families to travel long distances just to receive basic care.
In January 2025, a formal agreement was signed between Kids Alive Kenya and the County Government, reopening the clinic with county-provided medicine and medical personnel, while KAI offered the facility and essential utilities. The grand relaunch marked not just the start of healthcare services, but the restoration of dignity, safety, and access for an entire village. 💙
This clinic now stands as a beacon of "impact that heals" and a tangible expression of our commitment to prioritizing emotional and physical well-being as a part of our global goals. As families return for checkups and care, this time close to home, we’re reminded that healing communities begins with showing up, listening deeply, and working together for a healthier tomorrow. 🌟
Despite ongoing unrest and uncertainty in the country, last month our students at Kids Alive Haiti completed their third-term exams with focus and determination. 🙏 Students were tested in spelling, reading comprehension, and vocabulary, demonstrating not only what they’ve learned but also their courage to keep showing up in the face of adversity.
This milestone wasn’t just about academics—it was a celebration of resilience. Each completed assessment is a testimony to the dedication of our teachers, the strength of our students, and the sustaining grace of God.
We are deeply grateful for the opportunity to complete three successful evaluation periods amidst so many challenges. It’s a reminder of why we do this work—to provide education that heals, and to nurture children who can rise above their circumstances. 💙 Because at Kids Alive, every test passed is a step closer to a brighter, hope-filled future.
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