Disability Advocacy

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January 2014 Kenya Trip!

by Kupenda

  • Posted on February 6, 2014

Hi, friends. As I watch the snowfall out my window…again…I can’t help but long for the warmth and beauty of the Kenyan coast. Strange that Kupenda board member, Carissa Mortenson, and I were just there a couple of weeks ago complaining about the heat! Most of you know, Carissa and I were in Kenya from…



An adult woman and a Kenyan male sitting beneath a tree.

A New Year and Another Trip to Kenya!

by Kupenda

  • Posted on December 31, 2013

Dear friends, Another year has come and gone.Ā  I am grateful for all of you and the amazing things happening for children with disabilities in Kenya.Ā  I’ll be in Kenya January 2nd through the 17th. Ā If the airport isn’t on fire this time it will be a plus!Ā  However, prayers are appreciated as there is…



A Kenyan woman holding a young girl who is missing her left hand.

The Story of Kupenda is Now Available Just in Time for Christmas!

by Kupenda

  • Posted on December 12, 2013

But he said to me, ā€œMy grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.ā€ ~ 2 Corinthians 12:9   It happened just in time for Christmas gifts! Ā ā€œAn Unlikely Giftā€, the story of Kupenda for the Children, is now available for purchase on Amazon.com just by clicking here.Ā  The paperback…



An outdoor parking garage which has been absolutely destroyed by a terrorist attack.

Impact of Kenya Terrorist Attack on Kupenda

by Kupenda

  • Posted on October 2, 2013

“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Ā  Ā  ~ (Joshua 1:9) Dear Friends, Thank you for your continued support and encouragement for children with disabilities in Kenya. Many people have asked me…



A group of about 40 Kenyans of various ages smiling at the camera.

August 2013 Trip to Kenya

by Kupenda

  • Posted on August 26, 2013

I just returned from a great trip to Kenya. Ā It is so interesting how much perspective is gained when giant obstacles get in your way like the airport being on fire.Ā  I was stuck in Amsterdam then stuck in Nigeria and finally made it to Kenya via Ethiopia and Uganda after 4 days of travelling,…



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