Children of the Nations - UK & Ireland

Olympic Trivia Challenge

Don’t forget to join today’s Olympic Trivia Challenge! Answer the question in the comments and, for each correct answer, consider donating to support vulnerable children in Sierra Leone, Malawi, Uganda, the Dominican Republic and Haiti.

No cheating, no Googling!

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Question of the Day:

Who claimed victory for Uganda in the thrilling Olympic hurdles race in 1972?
(A) John Akii-Bua
(B) Kip Keino
(C) Moses Kiptanui
(D) David Rudisha

Two Days to go!

Day 2: Alice’s Torch of Hope

Alice wants to become a teacher. Her favourite subject is Religious Moral Education. When she’s not studying, she loves playing circle games with friends. She finds inspiration in the story of God’s People in the Desert and enjoys singing praises at church.

Donate to support wonderful children like Alice!

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Pass the torch!

Don’t forget to join today’s Olympic Trivia Challenge! Answer the question in the comments and, for each correct answer, consider donating £1 to support vulnerable children in Sierra Leone, Malawi, Uganda, the Dominican Republic and Haiti.

No cheating, no Googling!

https://app.donorfy.com/form/MUV4CGYR54/SVQPQ

Question of the Day: Do you know which year Malawi first joined the Olympics?

Three Days to go!

Day 3: Meet Pius, Our Torchbearer!

Pius dreams of flying planes one day. In Uganda, training to become a pilot is costly and out of reach for many youngsters from difficult backgrounds. We are delighted that Pius is being educated in an inspiring, faith-filled environment. We will do everything we can to help him soar.

You can help us support children like Pius by donating in support.

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Pass the torch!

Hey everyone! To add some fun to this Olympic season, we’re hosting a trivia challenge! For each correct answer to our trivia questions about Sierra Leone, Malawi, Uganda, the Dominican Republic and Haiti, consider donating £1 to support the work we do. Every donation helps provide holistic care for vulnerable children in these countries.

Here’s how to participate: Enter your answers in the comments section below. As answers come in, we’ll keep track of them by reading and noting down correct responses. We’ll also respond to each participant who provides an answer, confirming whether it’s correct or incorrect.

No cheating, no Googling!

Join the challenge! Comment and donate to support children in need.

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Question of the Day: At the Olympics, which sport did athletes from Sierra Leone first compete in?

Mercy’s Olympic- Level Resilience with COTN’s Support

Growing up in a polygamous family, Mercy faced significant challenges. After her father’s passing, she joined Children of the Nations where she found support and encouragement. Despite several setbacks, she excelled academicall, and achieved top marks in the national Primary Leaving Examination. Her leadership qualities flourished leading to her appointment as Head Girl of COTN Uganda’s secondary school.

Today, Mercy serves as a mentor to COTN students and actively engages in community service. With a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance, she aspires to provide excellent financial services to Ugandan clients in Uganda, guided by her deeply held Christian values.

Mercy’s journey exemplifies the transformative power of holistic care centred around Christ. Over the years, she has faced numerous challenges that could have stifled her dreams but, strengthened by COTN Uganda staff’s unwavering commitment to her success, she has managed to navigate through adversity with grace and tenacity. Her incredible achievements inspire those around her (fellow Ugandans from similarly humble backgrounds) to believe in the possibility of change for themselves—personally, within their families, within their communities, and even at the national level.

Feel inspired? Donate to empower young champions like Mercy.

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Why Do You Watch the Olympics?

The Olympics are about to begin and the excitement at COTN is palpable! We want to know why you watch the Olympics. Is it your own experience as an athlete, a passion for a specific sport, a cherished family tradition, national pride, or just the thrill of seeing amazing athletic achievements?

Share your answers with us in the comments below and join in the growing buzz around this global celebration of sportsmanship and unity.

While you’re cheering on your favourite athletes, consider supporting our campaign. Your generous donation will help us provide targeted holistic care to orphans and children living with families facing severe poverty who are unable to adequately provide for all their needs.

Donate now and be part of something truly special.

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Olympic Dreams

COTN children have Olympic-sized dreams. With your help, we can work towards making them a reality! Next Friday, we’re launching a fundraising campaign to raise £1,500 for holistic care for vulnerable children in Sierra Leone, Malawi, Uganda, the Dominican Republic and Haiti.

Every donation counts and, for every milestone we achieve, we’ll celebrate with a medal!

Let’s come together and show these amazing Children that their dreams are within reach.

Donate now!

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“Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world.” James 1:27

What to pray for this Wednesday?

Praise the Lord that Hurricane Beryl, which tore through the Caribbean, didn't directly hit COTN implementing sites in the Dominican Republic and Haiti. We're grateful for His protection and provision.

It's camp season in the Dominican Republic. Let's thank God for taking care of the weather! Let's also ask Him to bless the staff and visiting teams as they work together to make camp a fun, unforgettable and life-changing experience that points the children to Jesus and inspires them follow Him always.

We're super excited about the upcoming Olympics!

Athletes from the countries where Children of the Nations works are gearing up for the Paris 2024 Games. Join us as we follow Olympic updates!

Towards the end of the month, we'll be launching a special Olympic-themed fundraising campaign. Please help us celebrate the joy of sport and support our efforts to improve children's lives. Let's cheer on world-class athletes and make a difference together.

Last November, our partners in the US sent a container bound for Sierra Leone packed with tonnes of reading and maths curriculum generously donated by school districts local to the COTN campus in Silverdale, WA. The container has arrived!

COTN students in Sierra Leone are pictured here enjoying “Journeys” literature and informational texts tailored to their reading level! With fourteen volumes of reading curriculum included—forty of each volume—these valuable resources are providing engaging learning experiences for the children in the Mokpangumba and Ngolala schools.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone involved in making this possible.

To learn more about our education progammes and how you can help equip COTN classrooms with tools that inspire a love of learning, please subscribe to our newsletter today!

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Urgent request for prayer—

Hurricane Beryl, now a Category 5 storm, is expected to impact multiple countries and islands across the Caribbean Basin, prompting widespread emergency and preventative measures as the 2024 hurricane season intensifies.

Please join us in prayer as the hurricane sweeps across the region, affecting both Haiti and the Dominican Republic. Both countries are bracing for heavy rains, strong winds and potential landslides. National authorities have amplified early warning messages.

In Haiti, the hurricane season could further aggravate the already dire living conditions of millions enduring a complex humanitarian crisis marked by violence, displacement, food insecurity and poor access to basic social services. Children are particularly vulnerable in these conditions.

Let's ask God for protection, safety, and provision for all those in the path of Hurricane Beryl in both Haiti and the Dominican Republic. Pray also for the leadership in both nations as they navigate these challenging times—for wisdom, courage and resilience.

Thank you for persisting in prayer with us.

We're on the lookout for a talented Finance & Grants Officer with a strong motivation to assist children facing challenging circumstances. Click the link below or in our bio to apply:

go.cotni.org/finance-officer-vacancy

Please share this with anyone you think might be interested!

Join us in welcoming Geidi (the lady wearing the grey polo) to COTN Dominican Republic! Geidi will serve as the Head of the University and Vocational Programme. Pray for her as she settles in and develops strategies to support the students.

This week, we're celebrating a student from COTN Malawi called Prince who recently graduated from African Bible College with a first-class degree in Christian Leadership and Business Administration. Prince's story transcends academic achievement, though his has been remarkable. Graduating with distinction, Prince was the salutatorian of his class. His dedication to his studies and his passion for serving others caught the attention of LIVE LOVE Malawi, an organization dedicated to holistic community transformation. Prince is now employed by them to support the wellbeing of villagers in Mphimbi, their new target community. This accomplishment is not Prince's alone; it's a testament to the generosity of all our partners who empower talented students like Prince to reach their fullest potential.

Become a part of our JUST IMAGINE community to support COTN students to harness their academic abilities and make a meaningful impact with their achievements.

Click on the link below or in the bio.

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Thank you for making a difference.

COTN Dominican Republic preschoolers stole the show this week in their adorable formal attire, celebrating their special “graduation” day! The event was filled with lots of wonderful moments, including a beautiful performance by a group of talented tots singing, "When He [the Holy Spirit] touches me I feel my soul rejoices, and I can sense Him, when He touches me, and I can sense Him, when He touches me, because when He touches me my burdens go away…."

Staff are pictured here with the “merit” students.

Congratulations to all the little graduates on this wonderful milestone!

What to pray for this Wednesday?

Rejoice with us!

We're overjoyed to share that 33 precious COTN Uganda children were recently baptised! Let's lift them up in prayer.

🙏 Pray that the seeds of faith planted in their hearts will grow deep roots.
🙏 Pray for the courage to live out their faith boldly.
🙏 Pray for their spiritual mentors, that they will continue to support and nurture the children in their faith walk.

Today, we join global celebrations of the Day of the African Child! 🇸🇱 🇲🇼 🇺🇬

This year's theme, "Education for All" and "The Time is Now," reminds us of the urgent need to provide every child with access to quality education. As highlighted by the African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child, every child has the right to an education.

At Children of the Nations, we're committed to turning this vision into reality. Together with our ministry partners in Sierra Leone, Malawi and Uganda, we’re working to break barriers, open doors and empower children with the knowledge and skills they need to thrive.

Join our JUST IMAGINE monthly givers to support this vital work and ensure that every programme child’s dream of education comes true. The time is NOW!

Click on the link below or in the bio.

go.cotni.org/just-imagine-monthly-giving

COTN Dominican Republic tots received a delightful surprise - brand new handmade wooden toys, thanks to an amazing new partner from the US! These gifts are more than just toys; they're a gateway to imagination and happiness.

We're grateful for all of our generous partners who make magical moments like this possible.

Now, you can help put even more smiles on the children's faces. Join our JUST IMAGINE community and become a part of this beautiful journey. Your support will bring toys, educational materials and joy to little ones in need.

Click the link below or in the bio to make a difference today!

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What to pray for this Wednesday?

Let's pray for COTN staff.

In the touching moment pictured, COTN Malawi staff member, Steven Chisale, shared his lunch with a hungry little boy in Chilombo village. The boy, who hadn’t eaten a decent meal in a long time, clung to Steven’s side, refusing to let go. When it was time to head home, the boy’s sister tried to take him away, but he stayed with Steven. Steven assured the sister that he would care for the boy and send him home after lunch.

The staff serving with our ministry partners in Sierra Leone, Malawi, Uganda, the Dominican Republic and Haiti are genuine, sincere, and deeply committed to the wellbeing of the children in our programmes and the communities we serve. They work tirelessly in very difficult and desperate situations. It’s such a privilege to witness their compassionate hearts.

Let’s lift them up in prayer today. Pray that their acts of kindness will be a testament to God's love and that they'll continue to provide sustenance to hungry children and comfort to those in desperate situations.

This week, we’re excited to share heartfelt words of gratitude from Magalis in the Dominican Republic. Magalis recently graduated from university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology. Here’s what she has to say:

“I immensely thank God and the Children of Nations institution for not leaving me alone throughout this journey and for being such great support. I do not have enough words to express my gratitude for everything they have done for me, but God will reward everyone who helped make my dream come true.”

We're thankful for all our partners and supporters who help us ensure that students like Magalis receive an education. The impact of their generosity is massive—life for Magalis will never be the same again.

Join our community of JUST IMAGINE monthly givers to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people in Sierra Leone, Malawi, Uganda, the Dominican Republic and Haiti.

https://go.cotni.org/just-imagine-monthly-giving

Are you passionate about finance and making a positive impact in children’s lives? We’re hiring a Finance and Grants Officer to join our team!

Apply now! Learn more 👉 go.cotni.org/finance-officer-vacancy

Making the most of the May momentum - more summer adventures await! - https://mailchi.mp/31361e52808a/somuchhashappened-9443368

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 250K Steps in May challenge! Together, we've stepped up to assist children facing tough challenges in Sierra Leone, Malawi, Uganda, the Dominican Republic and Haiti. Your support has been incredible. Even though the campaign has ended, you can still donate! Click below or on the link in the bio.

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Please stay tuned to hear how your generosity has impacted these children—sign up to receive updates and learn more about the difference you've made! Let's continue to make a positive impact together! 💪

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We’ve reached Day 30 of our 250K Steps in May Challenge and we're asking YOU, our friends and family, to step in and make a difference by donating funds to support children and young people facing challenging circumstances in Sierra Leone, Malawi, Uganda, the Dominican Republic and Haiti. Every contribution counts. Let's finish strong together! 💪 Click below or on the link in the bio. Thank you for being generous.

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🌟It's Day 27 of the 250K Steps in May Challenge, and some of us are just inching over or nearing the finish line! 🏁 We're grateful to our fantastic team of volunteer fundraisers whose perseverance and commitment throughout this month have been amazing. As we step closer to our goal of 250,000 steps EACH, we'd like to remind everyone taking part about the incredible impact they're making in the lives of children and young people in Sierra Leone, Malawi, Uganda, the Dominican Republic and Haiti who are facing tough times. Let's keep stepping with determination and compassion and finish strong together! 💪

Please donate generously in support. Link below or in the bio.

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Did you know that exercise can be a great way to reduce stress and improve your mood? As we celebrate Mental Health Week, 33 of us are channelling our energy into reaching 250,000 steps EACH over the course of the month to raise funds for children and young people navigating challenging circumstances in Sierra Leone, Malawi, Uganda, the Dominican Republic and Haiti. Your donation to this campaign not only supports a great cause but also promotes mental wellness. Please click on the link below or in the bio to donate.

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