Kaalmo Orphanage Project

   One of the first casualties of any war are the innocent children. And so it was no exception in  war torn Somalia. Children of all ages orphaned during the war found themselves on the streets of different cities to fend for themselves. Imagine being only 3 years old and forced to fend for yourself. A group of concerned Somali women started the Kaalmo Orphanage Center in Borama, Northwest Somalia (now Somaliland). With the help of private donors and U.N. agencies, these courageous women have done a lot so far: They built dormitories for the children and a kitchen. The center currently cares for over a 100 orphans.

    Amoud Foundation of  Dallas initially assisted the center during Eid occasions. Later, we were able to  provide funding for the acquisition of 120 beds and mattresses which were delivered to the center in January, 2003. The orphanage's Current needs include class rooms, School furniture, elementary/intermediate level text books, children's clothes (ranging in age from infants to 16 years), Sports/P.E. equipment and materials.

   This orphanage is deserving of  every caring person's assistance. Just a few cents a day can feed, clothe and shelter an orphan. For the latest update on this project, please click Here