Because of You: A Safe Home is Becoming Reality

Because of you, something truly life-changing is taking shape in Rugarika.

Do you remember Jacques and Eric? These are two young men navigating incredibly difficult circumstances, yet holding tightly to hope, education, and the belief that their future could be different.​

Below, you’ll see a photo of Jacques with Al and me, as well as a photo of Eric with his siblings. Many of you walked with us through their stories—feeling their resilience and choosing to be part of their journey.

Today, we get to share something beautiful:​

Their home is being built.

We have secured a wonderful piece of land, just a short distance from the GIFTS Rwanda Community Center—a place already filled with support, connection, and opportunity. And now, right there in the heart of this growing community, the walls of a duplex are rising.

This is a place that will soon mean safety.
Stability.
Belonging.​

As you look through the photos we’ve included, you’ll see more than construction—you’ll see progress made possible by your generosity.

Construction is moving quickly, and we anticipate the home will be completed in about a month. In just a few short weeks, Jacques, Eric, and Eric's siblings will have a safe place to lay their heads at night—a place where they can focus on school, dream about their futures, and simply be kids again.

Even more powerful? This home will continue to give.
In time, it will open its doors to others in need—children, young mothers, families—extending your impact far beyond this moment.

That is the kind of change you’ve made possible.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for seeing Eric and Jacques, for believing in them, and for turning compassion into action.​

We can’t wait to share the moment they walk through their front door for the very first time.

P.S. Take a moment to revisit their stories on our blog HERE and HERE —it makes this update even more meaningful. And as always, thank you for being part of this journey with us. ​