Community
Empowerment
Building futures:
Transforming Lives Through Sustainable
Development & Faith
Uplifting the CHEBAIYWA community
Discover Our
Current Projects
Our community empowerment initiatives are designed to address the most pressing needs in our communities while fostering long-term growth and stability. Through a combination of sustainable development projects and faith-driven outreach, we aim to provide opportunities, support, and hope to those who need it most. Each project is a testament to our commitment to making a lasting difference, one life at a time.
Building 11 Homes
in 11 Months
Safe, Secure, and Dignified Housing
Our housing initiative provides families with secure homes and a fresh start, representing hope, stability, and the transformative power of compassion and community-driven change.
Widows Economic Empowerment
Building Independence and Dignity
Our programs equip widows with the tools to achieve financial independence and reclaim their dignity, transforming them into empowered members of the community through sustainable livelihoods.
School Sponsorship & Youth Camps
Empowering Future Leaders
We’re committed to shaping the next generation by providing access to education and spiritual growth through school fee sponsorships and through our BLAST team's Bible-based Youth Camps.
Transformative Impact
Homes for Those in Need
At He Is the Remedy, our mission extends far beyond individual programs; it’s about building a thriving, empowered community. Through our community development initiatives, we are helping families secure safe homes, providing economic support to widows, and assisting youth in paying for school fees. Our commitment is to nurture every aspect of a healthy, sustainable community. Whether it’s offering financial stability, ensuring access to education, or creating safe spaces to live, we believe it’s our calling to use the ministry to support and uplift all areas of life. Together, we are building a stronger, more hopeful future for everyone involved..
Building Together
11 Homes in 11 Months
< Providing Shelter, Restoring Dignity >
Driven by compassion, our 11 Homes in 11 Months project was launched to address the urgent need for safe, secure housing. Many families in our community were living in dire conditions, often in homes that were barely standing. Some were forced to seek shelter in dark fields, broken-down buildings, and abandoned structures where they were at constant risk of disease from rats and death from snake bites. Others, marginalized and stigmatized as squatters, had illegally built makeshift homes on railroad land, living under the constant threat of eviction.
These families faced not only physical dangers but also the emotional toll of being excluded and looked down upon by the wider community. Through this initiative, we have built 11 new homes in just 11 months, providing these families with a safe, secure place to call their own.
More than just a structure, each home represents a fresh start, restoring their dignity and offering a foundation for a brighter, more hopeful future.
Widows' Ecomonic
Empowerment
< Rebuilding lives & Strengthening community >
In Kenya, women are often the backbone of a strong economy, especially when given the right tools and opportunities. However, when a woman loses her husband, she is frequently left with little to nothing, struggling to support herself and her family. Recognizing this challenge, He is the Remedy has focused on empowering over 300 widows in 3 widows groups through sustainable economic initiatives.
By providing resources and training in projects such as sheep rearing and soap making, we have enabled a local widows' support group to earn a livelihood and regain their sense of independence. These initiatives not only help these women to support themselves financially but also restore their dignity and place within the community.
Through their hard work, these widows are rebuilding their lives, contributing to the local economy, and becoming strong, empowered members of society. The impact of this program goes beyond individual success—it strengthens the entire community by turning vulnerability into resilience and hope.
“The home that He is the Remedy provided my family transformed our lives. Living on railroad land, our house was being torn down every year and we were often homeless. Through the love of Jesus Christ, our entire family was able to come out of poverty.”
He is the Remedy Home Recipient
Sponsorhip of
Student School Fees
The Kenyan government promotes the idea of free education for all children, but the reality is often very different. Families are burdened with hidden costs such as book fees, tutor fees, and uniform fees, which can be overwhelming, especially for those living in poverty. These additional expenses mean that many children end up missing several years of their education simply because their families cannot afford to send them to school. Recognizing the potential in these young individuals, He is the Remedy has stepped in to sponsor a handful of promising students who show exceptional drive and determination.
Our sponsorship program ensures that these children have the support they need from the start to the finish of their education, helping them overcome financial barriers and giving them the opportunity to realize their full potential. Through this initiative, we are not just providing access to education; we are investing in the future leaders of our community.
Bible - Based
Youth Camps
During the school break season, our BLAST Evangelical team, composed of dedicated football players, runs a vibrant Bible-based Youth camp designed to positively influence the next generation. These camps are more than just a way to keep children and teens occupied—they are a critical part of our mission to protect young people from the dangers of idleness, drugs, and homelessness that many of our team members faced in their own lives. The BLAST team is deeply passionate about their role in shaping the future of their community, and they pour their hearts into these camps, teaching biblical principles, building character, and fostering a sense of purpose in the children.
By engaging with the youth in these formative years, we aim to guide them away from the paths of despair and towards lives filled with hope, faith, and the potential for positive change. These camps are not just about fun and games; they are about laying the groundwork for a stronger, more resilient community, one child at a time.
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More Than a House: How Two Homes-One Vision. Transforming a Kenyan Community
At He Is the Remedy, we believe transformation doesn’t just happen—it’s built, one brick, one heart, and one story at a time.
Recently, that story took a beautiful turn, thanks to a visiting team whose hands and hearts helped bring tangible hope to our corner of Kenya.
A Sacred Visit, A Lasting Impact
We were honoured to welcome Dr. Dan Stewart and the amazing team from LPU for a week of service, connection, and transformation.
While they were here, they didn’t just show up—they built. With sweat, smiles, and compassion, the team constructed two stunning new homes for families in need. The beauty of these 2 new homes are that they are considered respectful, middle-class Kenyan homes—with spacious rooms, a concrete floor, glass windows, lockable wood doors, and a sturdy metal roof.
There's even a separate, private toilet and a washroom, offering comfort and dignity for the community members who now live there. One of the two houses was designed to be wheelchair accessible, which we are proud to say we accomplished.
But these weren’t just shelters. These were:
Respectful, middle-class Kenyan homes
Equipped with concrete floors, glass windows, and lockable wooden doors
Topped with sturdy metal roofs
Completed with private toilets and washrooms
One designed to be wheelchair accessible
In a place where many live in temporary or fragile housing, these homes represent more than safety—they represent dignity.
A Week of Healing and Hope
Beyond the construction, the LPU team rolled up their sleeves and stepped into the life of the community—offering medical support, joining church services, and being present for heartfelt moments of worship, laughter, and learning.
From healthcare to home visits, every act of service was a living echo of our mission: to bring the hands and feet of Christ to places where hope feels distant.
✨ Fund a Farm: A Vision Takes Root
As we celebrate what’s been built, we’re turning our gaze to the future—and it’s bold.
We’re launching the FUND A FARM: Land Campaign with a vision to raise $512,000 for 20 acres of land that will become the permanent home of our mission.
Here’s what we’re believing for:
🌽 A working farm: maize, animals, and food security for outreach
🏠 A community centre, church, Remedy House, and staff homes
💧 A fresh-water well, fencing, and training space
🛏️ A guesthouse to host mission teams, interns, and volunteers
For years, we’ve made the most of what we’ve been given—but now it’s time to build something that can bless others for generations
Will You Join the Journey?
Whether you want to sow into this campaign, bring a team, or simply learn more—we’d love to connect.
This isn’t just about land. It’s about legacy. It’s about creating a place where the Gospel is lived out daily—through farming, worship, discipleship, and love.
Thank You for Believing in This Mission
Your prayers, your giving, and your belief in this dream are making it all possible. From new homes to future farms, you are part of the miracle.
With love and deep gratitude,
Russ & Maria Baker
He Is the Remedy
Contact Us
He is the Remedy is a charitable nonprofit corporation in the state of California and a 501(c)(3) organization. Contributions are tax deductible in accordance with IRS rules and regulations. Tax-ID: 81- 4213386
He is the Remedy Africa is also a
Registered Kenyan Non-Profit.