Ajuuja Children's Home Association

Our Programs

Ajuuja Children’s Home

We care for vulnerable children while working toward safe, family-based solutions through local adoption and reunification when possible.

  • Child-centered, trauma-aware care
  • Local adoption support

Community Sponsorship

Community Sponsorship connects caring donors with vulnerable children and families in the Sidama region of Ethiopia. Your monthly support helps families keep their children in school and provides practical, life-giving resources throughout the year.

  • Monthly holistic support for the family
  • Annual school supplies and clothing stipend
  • A Christmas goat or sheep (or cash equivalent) for the family

Maternal Care

Support for vulnerable pregnant women through nutrition, care coordination, and practical help that protects both mothers and babies.

  • Nutrition and basic needs support
  • Care coordination through local healthcare workers
  • Economic empowerment through cattle ownership

Livestock Gifting

For families facing extreme poverty, livestock can be a turning point. Gifting a cow or goats helps create steady income, improve nutrition, and build a path toward long-term stability

  • Cows and goats gifted to vulnerable families
  • A practical way to strengthen income and food security

Health Education & Prevention

Community training and education that supports healthier families, including Mossy Foot Education, HIV training and other needed support.

  • Mossy Foot Prevention and Treatment
  • Community HIV trainings
  • Practical prevention focus

Small Business Grants

Small business grants and training for women facing extreme poverty so families can move toward stability and independence.

  • Small business grants
  • Training and mentorship
  • Peer support through cooperatives

Clean Water Projects

Sustainable clean water access that reduces illness, saves time, and strengthens whole communities.

  • Community-led water committees
  • Projects designed to last 20+ years
  • Improved health and school attendance

Home Building and Repair

Through our Home Building and Repair program, we help vulnerable families create stronger, safer homes, so children can sleep securely, stay healthier, and have a stable place to grow.

  • Critical home repairs that improve safety and protection from weather 
  • Practical help for families in extreme need as they work toward long-term stability