Victoria’s story begins in the slums of Mwanza, Tanzania, where life is a daily struggle. In Mwanza (nicknamed the “Rock City,” for its large granite rock formations and cliffs) many families living in poverty reside in makeshift shelters made of wood, mud, and corrugated iron sheets, often built precariously on rocky hillsides where land is cheaper but infrastructure is lacking. This poses challenges such as difficult access, crowded living conditions, and increased risk of landslides during heavy rains.
In this already challenging environment, Victoria was born to a teenage mother who struggled to make ends meet, and she never knew her father. Growing up, Victoria had little hope for the future, much like her mother before her.
In Victoria’s neighborhood, many children, like her, face the harsh reality of being unable to attend school due to their families’ financial struggles. Often, they must stay home to care for siblings, do chores, and take on odd jobs to help support their households. Without education, they become trapped in a cycle of poverty with little hope for change.
For Victoria, education is not just important—it’s essential. In her community, speaking multiple languages is crucial, and learning about health can make a significant difference in staying safe in unsanitary conditions. Education offers Victoria the chance to break free from poverty, pursue a stable career, and build a brighter future.
But there is hope!
At the Christ’s Hope Ministry CarePoint, Victoria is given the tangible tools she needs like education, tutoring, school supplies, hygiene lessons, nutritious meals, access to medical care, counseling, skills training, Gospel teaching, and more! These tools enable her to flourish, not just survive.
By sponsoring a child like Victoria, you provide discipleship and transformative care that focuses on a child’s spiritual, physical, educational, emotional, and social development.
We believe that the cycle of poverty can be broken, just like it was for Victoria!