In Zambia, more than 1.4 million children have lost one or both parents. Many are growing up in homes where resources are limited and love can feel uncertain. Over time, some begin to believe they are unseen or less valued.
But this is not how God sees them.
Through the local Church, something beautiful is happening. Communities are opening their arms, stepping into a calling that has always been theirs, and reminding children of a deeper truth: they are known, they are loved, and they belong.
At the heart of this movement is Camp Hope.
Camp Hope is a five-day, Gospel-centered experience created to gently restore what has been broken. Through songs, Bible study, laughter, shared meals, and meaningful conversations, children begin to experience joy again. More importantly, they begin to understand their identity in Christ.
This year’s theme, “Known by God. Chosen for Hope” from Jeremiah 1:5, speaks directly to the hearts of these children. It reminds them that their story is not defined by loss, but by a God who sees them fully and calls them His own.
Each child is paired with a trained leader from a local church who walks closely with them throughout the week. These relationships create space for personal conversations about the gospel, allowing each child to be seen, heard, and cared for in a way that feels deeply personal.
Strengthening Families Through Truth and Love
Camp Hope doesn’t end with the child.
On the final day, caregivers are invited to come and experience what their children have encountered. Many arrive carrying their own burdens, often unaware of how deeply their words and actions shape a child’s sense of worth.
But something shifts.
They begin to see the child in front of them not as a responsibility to manage, but as a life entrusted to them by God. That perspective can change everything. It can soften hearts, restore relationships, and begin to reshape the atmosphere of a home.
When both the child and caregiver are reached with truth and love, the impact extends far beyond the five days of camp.
The Church Walking Together
This work is not done alone. It is carried forward by the Church.
Each Camp Hope begins with one local church, but it quickly becomes a shared effort. Churches across each region come together, unified in purpose, to serve children in their communities.
In the months ahead, this unity continues to grow. Eight churches are preparing to come together in Livingstone for the June camp. Seven churches will gather in Kabwe for July. And in September, an estimated six to seven churches in Lusaka will join in this same mission.
These are not just events. They are the beginning of ongoing relationships. Long after camp ends, these churches continue walking with children and families, offering support, encouragement, and spiritual guidance. This is where lasting transformation begins to take root.
A Step Forward
As this work grows, new opportunities are opening to reach even more children.
A mobile camp unit is beginning to take shape, with a truck secured and on its way to Lusaka. Supplies are ready, and a small team has already been prayerfully prepared and trained to serve. While some logistics are still being worked through, the heart behind it remains simple: to go where children are and bring the hope of the Gospel to them.
A Vision Rooted in Hope
The vision ahead is both bold and deeply prayerful. Every Orphan’s Hope is trusting God to reach thousands of children and families in the coming years, not just through moments like camp, but through lasting relationships grounded in the local Church.
Because this has never been about a program.
It is about children discovering they are not alone.
It is about families being strengthened.
It is about the Church stepping into its calling.
There is a place for you in this story.
Through your prayers, your generosity, and your willingness to share, you help make it possible for a child to hear and believe a truth they may have never known before:
They are known by God. They are chosen for hope. And they are deeply loved.
