They're happy today!

The kids are happy because they are being fed with the help of Footsteps supporters! Happy means dancing in Kenya - enjoy the children celebrating at the Church on the Rock School, Nairobi!

I did it!

I managed to do the marathon in 5 hours and 54 minutes, a whole 60 seconds better than last year! It's not too late to sponsor me as I raise funds to keep the 10 boys off the streets of Naivasha, Kenya! Visit http://www.justgiving.com/Martin-Prints-marafun-effort now!

Help Martin's Marathon Effort

Martin is running his sixth Marathon on 8th May 2010 to raise funds for the street boys and orphans Footsteps looks after. Sponsor him now - click "Donate" on the widget below!

James excels at high school

James Maina has siezed his chance! Once on the streets, he found his way to the Sunshine Home and was able to resume his education. He is now in his fourth year at Kijabe High School where he has just received the following honours:
Games captain, Sportsman of the Year, Most improved behaviour and Most Valuable Player.

Well done James. Thank you to all our supporters who have helped make this possible for him!

It's Mara-fun time!

On Saturday 9th May, Martin Print will be running his 5th marathon to raise funds for the street boys and orphans cared for by Footsteps International.
Why not join us on the day? There events for all ages and abilities, from 400 metres to a full 26 mile run.
Event details can be found at: http://www.footstepsinternational.org/marafun/marafun-home.html
Or you can take the easy way out and sponsor Martin via Justgiving at: http://www.justgiving.com/martinprint2

Projects progress despite economic problems

Martin and Mary Print are just back from a short visit to Kenya. Here is a brief update on the projects for your interest and prayer:

Sunshine Home: we have taken in eight new boys from the streets, bringing the total to eighty. The boys are doing well, and the dedication of the staff never ceases to amaze us.

Naivasha Polytechnic: recruitment has been adversely affected by the downturn in the economy – parents having to choose between educating or feeding their children.

Tumaini Children’s Home: the 26 children are all doing well, and continuing to grow fast. Vivian and Jael have now completed their secondary school education. We have encouraged them to find some work before deciding on further education.

Church on the Rock School, Kware slum: The school has suffered a major setback with the withdrawal of another donor. This means they have had to cut back on school meals, and the teachers are in danger of not being paid.

Stuck for Christmas gift ideas?

Why not give a worthwhile gift and really Make A Difference by giving a MAD Christmas gift?
£3 can buy a chicken for a poor widow, £5 buys school lunches for children in the slums of Nairobi, and £20 keeps a child off the streets for a month.

More details of the MAD Christmas gifts can be found on our website.