About Happiness Children's Home

A family where love and hope transform lives

Our Story

Founded with Love in 2013

Happiness Children's Home began as a small outreach in Nyamiobo, Gucha Subcounty, by two compassionate women, Philes Kerubo and Esther Kwamboka. What started with just 5 children in need has grown into a loving home for 47 children, providing education, healthcare, nutrition, and emotional support.

Today, we are a registered children's home, touching over 200 lives annually and expanding our programs to include skills training and community outreach.

We believe every child deserves a loving family. That's why we are here – to be that family.

— Philes Kerubo & Esther Kwamboka, Founders

2013

Year founded

47

Children today

200+

Lives touched

Vision & Mission

Our Mission

To offer excellent care, education, and community-based support to orphans and vulnerable children in Kisii County, nurturing them into responsible and empowered citizens.

Our Vision

To become a beacon of hope and a model of quality childcare in East Africa, where every child thrives in a loving and supportive environment.

Core Values

Love

Compassion

Education

Integrity

Family

Growth

Our History

2013

Founded by Philes Kerubo and Esther Kwamboka with 5 children in a small rented house in Nyamiobo.

2015

Moved to our own facility, thanks to donor support. Capacity increased to 20 children.

2018

Registered as a children's home by the Department of Social Services.

2021

Launched education sponsorship program; 30 children enrolled in local schools.

2024

Expanded to include a talent development center and a small farm for nutrition.

2025

Celebrating 12 years of service with 47 children under our care.

Meet the Founders

Philes Kerubo

Philes Kerubo

Co-Founder & Director

Social worker with 15 years of experience in child welfare.

Esther Kwamboka

Esther Kwamboka

Co-Founder & Program Manager

Teacher and child rights advocate, passionate about education.

Our Caring Team

Matrons

Mary Auma

Mary Auma

Head Matron

10 years of nursing experience, caring for children's health.

Jane Wanjiku

Jane Wanjiku

Assistant Matron

Specializes in child nutrition and early childhood development.

Program Leaders

John Mwangi

John Mwangi

Education Coordinator

Ensures every child attends school and receives academic support.

Lucy Akinyi

Lucy Akinyi

Counselor & Social Worker

Provides emotional support and trauma care.

Organizational Structure

Board of Directors
Executive Director
Program Manager
Finance & Admin
Head Matron

Supported by a team of 15 dedicated staff and regular volunteers.

Legal & Registration

Registered Children's Home

No. CHV/Kisii/0092

Non-Profit Organization

Registered under the NGOs Coordination Board

Child Protection Certified

Compliant with national standards

Why Choose Us

Family Environment

We provide a loving home, not just an institution.

Quality Education

All children attend local schools with sponsorship.

Holistic Care

Medical, nutritional, and emotional support.

Community Based

We work with local leaders and families.

Transparency

Regular reports to donors and partners.