At Rafiki Mwema, every small act of kindness has the power to change lives. Thanks to the generosity of Create Care Global and their wonderful donors, we now have a brand-new electric leather sewing machine, a game-changer for our children and staff.
This incredible gift, is already making a huge impact in our Sewing Program, run by the ever-dedicated Aunt Veronica (Saint Veronica to us!). With its speed and efficiency, this machine allows Veronica to mend torn clothes quickly, ensuring that the children always have something ready to wear, especially for school. Unlike manual machines, it requires minimal effort, is stress-free to use, and creates permanent, high-quality stitches—something that makes Veronica smile every day as she works.
But the magic of this machine goes far beyond repairs. It has sparked a passion for tailoring among our children, both boys and girls. Every evening after school and on weekends, Veronica’s small sewing space is filled with eager young learners. They gather around to learn how to measure, cut, and stitch, picking up valuable skills that could shape their future. For children who have faced unimaginable hardships, these moments of creativity and learning are deeply empowering.
This sewing machine was made possible through Create Care Global’s campaign, “A Stitch in Time…Saves a Future”, which was run on Chuffed. It was heartwarming to see the donations roll in, proving that even in difficult times, people still come together to make a difference.
Our dear friend Sandy from Create Care Global, who has supported Rafiki Mwema through thick and thin, shared her joy when she heard about the machine’s arrival:
“Your words made my heart sing, truly. We did so little last year, so the fact that we were able to help with this purchase has made a difficult year worthwhile. Can’t wait to see the items the girls make with this little baby!”
Sandy, you may feel like you did little, but this machine is already transforming lives, one stitch at a time.
To all the donors who contributed—your kindness is woven into every piece
