Field Stories

We praise and thank God for the many stories of families and communities who are freed from poverty thanks to your generous support and our local partners. These are their stories.

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Education brings future hope to this community

With a passion for his people and a commitment to sustainable development, Pastor Solomon Zoka is leading his church to new heights. Through Tearfund’s CCT training, Africa Brotherhood Church has made significant strides in addressing local needs, including building schools and planning a borehole project.

“Mommy, I want to go home”

Jolly’s family escaped a violent mob in Manipur with only the clothes on their backs. Their journey led them to a relief camp in Mizoram, where Tearfund’s emergency support has been vital. While Jolly’s children adjust to their new surroundings and grapple with the loss of their home, the aid provided by Tearfund offers essential relief and a path forward.

Get to know Fadhili Trust: A chat with Samuel Mutua

Meet Samuel Mutua from Kenya! As a village agent with our partner Fadhili Trust, he's a catalyst for change in his community. From empowering locals with financial literacy to tackling challenges like food insecurity, the work of Fadhili Trust is changing lives. Learn more about our partnership through Samuel's inspiring interview where he shares how Fadhili Trust is making a difference!

Investing everything he had, he found a lifeline in livestock

Struggling with declining crops and livestock losses, Jaiprakash Paharia's hope was revived through Tearfund's training. Learn how faith and practical support empowered him to secure a sustainable livelihood.

Seeking Sanctuary at the Local Church

Bol, a 21-year-old student from Warapac village, faced a painful decision when his parents decided to marry him off, disrupting his dream of finishing school. In his distress, he turned to his local church, seeking the comfort and guidance he desperately needed. There, he found a safe space, the support of a counsellor, and hope for the future.

She never imagined food like this

After fleeing from the relentless civil war in Sudan, Lula Adam Musa and her four children found themselves in a desolate refugee camp in South Sudan. Struggling to feed her family, Lula’s hope was nearly gone — until the arrival of emergency food aid from Tearfund. This unexpected support not only filled their stomachs but rekindled their hope.

“God knows the plans He has for me”

In drought-ridden Makindu, Kenya, retired government worker Jeniffer Mwende Mwenze battles adversity with unwavering faith. With support from her church and a savings group, she turns small investments into life-changing resources, seeing God’s hand guiding her through every hardship.

She now earns 20 times more, thanks to her local church!

Kanini, a single mother in Kenya, struggled to survive on just $2 a week. Through her local church’s village savings group, she started a small business and now earns 20 times more! This initiative, supported by Tearfund, helps families escape poverty and thrive both financially and spiritually.

It had only rained for 7 days of 1000!

Denge, a farmer from Ethiopia, lost everything due to severe drought caused by climate change. But thanks to Tearfund and its partners, Denge found hope through food distribution and regained his health. Now, we're working together to help farmers like Denge adapt and create resilient solutions in the face of the climate crisis.

Hope evaporated with the rain

Climate change has brought fierce droughts and torrential rains to South Sudan, making farming nearly impossible for families like David's. Tearfund steps in with emergency food aid and sustainable solutions, offering a glimmer of hope.

She lost everything, including her seven-year-old son

“They keep telling me that ‘you have to wait.’ But we have been waiting on this issue. It is hopeless,” Susan says, her voice heavy with despair. Fleeing war, losing her son, and now watching her youngest suffer, she feels the weight of waiting, knowing that without help, there may be no future for her family. Yet, Tearfund's aid brings a glimmer of hope in the darkness.

She lost her husband, house, and livelihood within 2 months

As a young widow in rural Kenya, Franscisca faced a bleak future after losing her husband and home. But with the introduction of Conservation Agriculture through her church, she found a way to rebuild her life and provide for her children. Thanks to the ongoing support of Tearfund’s partner, her story is one of hope and faith.

Leaving everything she knew, Teresa fled to find refuge

In the midst of escalating violence in Manipur, Teresa Mane Chand was forced to flee with her two children, leaving everything behind. As a single mother, life was already challenging, but the sudden conflict drove her to seek refuge in a relief camp. Through the compassionate support of Tearfund’s partner EFICOR, Teresa found not only food and shelter but renewed hope and faith.

As Mercy held her mother’s hand, her dreams slipped away

Mercy Kambua had always dreamed of becoming a teacher, but family tragedy forced her to sacrifice her dreams. The unwavering support from GNCA Church, however, brought new hope.

How a widow’s funeral changed 100 lives

The teachings of Jesus have come to life at Gununo Stadium Church in Ethiopia, where faith and service go hand in hand. Through Tearfund’s Church and Community Transformation training, the church has successfully addressed community needs, from health care to housing, and seen nearly 100 people come to Christ.

Faith through the flood: Swimming to the surface after losing 20 acres of land

Facing the destruction of 20 acres of farmland, Mary Anot’s situation seemed hopeless. Yet, like the biblical Job, her faith in God never wavered. Through Tearfund’s Village Savings and Loans (VSL) groups, she was able to transform her life, opening a successful restaurant that now supports her family.

Her Husband Went Missing, and so did her Hope

Emergency food relief from Tearfund was a lifeline for single mother Elizabeth in South Sudan, who, after her husband went missing, relied on their aid. This support not only provided immediate relief but also brought hope, helping Elizabeth see a brighter future despite her hardships.

Overcoming generational struggles

Christine’s farm was failing, and her children's future seemed uncertain. But with the help of conservation agriculture and community support, she turned her land around, yielding 70-80% more than before and securing a brighter future for her family! She is now able to realize her dream and send her children to school.

Empowering women through real, tangible change

Jemima, a born leader from Dodoma, Tanzania, overcame societal limitations and is now empowering women through financial autonomy and sustainable farming practices, thanks to Tearfund's training programs.

Empty bottles scattered the floor, so she braced for impact

Familiar with empty bottles and bruises, Sarah is a woman living in fear and uncertainty due to her husband's severe alcoholism and violence. Through Tearfund and its local partners, she found hope in a trauma healing group that provided transformative counselling and support.