Jemo House
Providing a home & a family to children in need
Who We Are
Jemo House is a safe haven for children who have lost their parents or were abandoned due to HIV/AIDS. We ensue they receive the care, support, and opportunities they need to thrive.
Today, Jemo House is a home for 34 children and young adults. The kids are cared for by two house mothers, Jackie and Caroline, who do everything a parent would do.
Jemo House started out of necessity in 2012. There were 6 children living in a local orphanage who had no access to reliable shelter, food, or clean water due to the orphanage’s mismanagement of funds. After many unsuccessful attempts to work with local management to improve living conditions, we relocated the children to a new home and Too Little Children was born.
We Provide
Safe Shelter
A secure and comfortable home environment.
Nourishing Meals
Regular, nutritious meals to ensure proper growth and development.
Quality Education
Access to education to build a strong foundation for the future.
Healthcare
Regular medical check-ups and treatment to maintain good health.
Emotional Support
Counseling and supportive resources to address the emotional and developmental needs of the children.
These services are vital and are made possible through donors. Your support can make a significant difference.
Our Story
Jemo House's story began in 2010 during Too Little Children Founder and CEO, Jessica's, second trip to Kenya. She encountered six children and a house mother living in appalling conditions at a local orphanage. They lacked reliable shelter, food, and clean water, and were being denied an education due to the orphanage's misappropriation of funds. After exhausting all efforts to collaborate with the local management to improve their situation, Jessica made the decisive move to relocate the children and their mother to a safe, new home.
Meet the Kids
Primary School
Our Primary school children range in age from preschool to 8th grade. We have 12 children in this group, and they all attend a local public school. The proximity of the school allows us to work closely with their teachers so we can be supportive during this formative time.
Secondary School
Secondary school is the Kenyan equivalent to high school, and it’s typically a boarding school. We currently have 9 students enrolled at 3 different Secondary schools, and each child has at least 1 other sibling on their campus. The schools are close by for easy and frequent visiting.
Post-Secondary School
After graduating from Secondary school, we counsel and support each child to help them find a career that fits their unique desires and abilities. We currently have 5 students attending university, 3 attending technical school, and 2 who took certificate programs and/or apprenticeships to learn specific trades. With careful planning and counsel, we sometimes offer business startup investments.
Jemo House Needs
Food
Jemo House prioritizes balanced meals that meet nutritional needs while considering local food availability and affordability. The kids and house mothers maintain a shamba, or garden, with kale, sweet potatoes, maize, beans, and carrots. While we love this sustainable practice, we are not able to produce nearly enough, and we buy the rest from local farmers.
$40 USD feeds a child for a month
Education
Education is the key to creating a path to a purposeful, lifelong career. But the benefits extend beyond academics: Education is a powerful tool for developing healthy habits, emotional healing, and resilience. It provides structure and purpose, which fosters a sense of belonging and self-worth, helping the children cope with past trauma.
$20 USD pays for a child’s school fees for a month
Healthcare
All Jemo House children and staff are covered under the national health insurance, which gives them immediate access to necessary medications, treatment, and preventive care. The cost of healthcare can be a significant financial burden to families in poverty, which is why only 25% of Kenyans have health insurance.
$60 USD provides a child with dental care