As summer ends, we rejoice over the new students that are in upper-level education!
These young people are walking towards a bright future, breaking the chains of poverty. Streams of Mercy’s project, Education for Orphans, gives hope to those who have no way to finish their education. Last semester, we saw several young people graduate! They are now working in many realms of influence: mass media, communications, social work and business.
Now it is time to introduce you to a few new faces!
David Kisolo - Uganda
- Age: 23
- Area of Study: Civil and Environmental Engineering
Education Costs for 2022 - 23
- August 2022 Semester: $1600
- January 2023 Semester: $1600
About David
I am the youngest biological son of Sam and Irene Kisolo. I grew up with three other biological siblings. We had the privilege of being a large, unique family.
My parents have they fostered and adopted 39 children! Some were orphans, while others were from very broken or hostile homes. Watching my parents has impacted my life.
I am now studying Civil and Environmental Engineering. I am currently in the second semester of my third year. I hope to graduate by the Spring of 2023.
I want to help take Africa to a better place in the future. I long for an Africa free from terrible crimes of injustice, deprivation and poverty. My engineering degree will help me to accomplish that dream.
Denis Nalyanya - Uganda
- Age: 21
- Area of Study: Doctor Of Medicine
Education Costs for 2022 - 23
- August 2022 Semester: $1200
- January 2023 Semester: $1200
About Denis
I was abandoned when I was young and raised by my grandmother. She was unaware I was enduring horrific physical abuse by one of my relatives. I was tortured, isolated, starved, and threatened to remain silent about it.
My aunt took me in. There I was able to start kindergarten!
She farmed to keep me in school, but the strain on her became too great. We even had to go without food—sometimes for days.
Sam and Irene Kisolo took me into their house, loved me dearly and helped me complete my High School education.
As a child, I went to the hospital for treatment. I saw so many other people in pain and sickness. I said, “One day, I will become a doctor and help all these hurting people.”
I am now striving to achieve my dream and become a doctor!
For about $1500 per year, a student receives the hope of an education giving them a way to escape poverty.
David Sheikh - India
- Age: 23
- Area of Study: Nursing Science
Education Costs for 2022 - 23
- Fall 2022 Semester: $900
- January 2023 Semester: $900
About David
At age 5, I first came to the Hope of Glory Children’s Home with my two brothers (I’m the middle child). At one point, my mother came and took me back. She made me beg on the streets of Pune for two long years. Fear, uncertainty and hunger describe this time of my life.
Unfortunately, my time on the streets also delayed my education. I was so grateful when she brought me back to the home! The Hope of Glory staff and young people who live there are my family! I did very well in school, completing year 12 with excellent grades.
I am now in year two of a four year Nursing program at St. Andrews College in Pune, India.
I know what it is like to be poor and needy. My passion is to use my nursing degree to serve the needs of the destitute.
Note from Hope of Glory: We have known David since he first came into our home. He has grown into a man of character and passion.
Joseph Jalal Sheikh - India
- Age: 18
- Area of Study: Science
Education Costs for 2022 - 23
- Fall 2022 Semester: $700
- January 2023 Semester: $700
About Joseph
I was born to homeless parents on the streets of Pune, India. I have one younger brother and one younger sister. Life was so difficult and dangerous.
When I was five, my father was murdered. My mother, who is handicapped, sought help from the Hope of Glory Children’s home. Hope of Glory took in my siblings and me.
I feel responsible for my siblings and want to support our mom. That is why I work so hard in school. I am studying science in my 2nd year of Jr. College and will take my final exam soon. I want to earn my bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and pursue a career in software development.
I also work part-time as a soccer coach for kids. My siblings and I have always loved playing soccer, but lately, I haven’t had time to play due to my studies.
Micah Jalel Sheikh - India
- Age: 17
- Area of Study: Commerce
Education Costs for 2022 - 23
- Fall 2022 Semester: $700
- January 2023 Semester: $700
About Micah
I was born to homeless parents on the streets of Pune, India. I have one older brother and one younger sister. Life was so difficult and dangerous.
When I was four, my father was murdered. My mother, who is handicapped, sought help from the Hope of Glory Children’s home. Hope of Glory took in my siblings and me.
I study hard and make good grades. I will start my 2nd year of Jr. College in June. As much as I love and am committed to my studies, I really excel in sports. I love playing soccer and participate in the city club-level games.
I play in the under-18 boys’ team in 2 different clubs. By the end of this year, I will be playing intercity leagues! I hope to play at the national level, and would love to make a career in sports.
Even so, I do not let sports affect my studies. I understand the importance of education!
I saw so many other people in pain and sickness. I said, “One day, I will become a doctor and help all these hurting people.” I am now striving to achieve my dream and become a doctor!
Pritam Dharmade - India
- Age: 16
- Area of Study: Science/Commerce/Law Enforcement
Education Costs for 2022 - 23
- August 2022 Semester: $700
- January 2023 Semester: $700
About Pritam
Pritam’s mother is a former street child who grew up in the Hope of Glory Children’s Home. Shortly after he was born, his father abandoned them. His mother remarried and left Pritam at the Hope of Glory home. He has no memory of his father.
Pritam excels in math and is an avid dog lover. He takes care of the dogs at the children’s home with excellence.
His heart is to become a police officer. In India, to enter the police academy, you must get a degree in associated subjects. Then you can take an exam to enter the academy.
Pritam is faithful and dependable. He always treats others with love and respect. He shows no signs of bitterness, despite much trauma and rejection.
Pradeep Reddy - India
- Age: 16
- Area of Study: Business/Commerce
Education Costs for 2022 - 23
- Fall 2022 Semester: $900
- January 2023 Semester: $900
About Pradeep
Pradeep has no memory of his parents. He came to the Hope of Glory Children’s Home when he was three. There he grew and thrived. He is a vibrant, lovable young man.
Pradeep loves cooking and will start Culinary School.
His long-range plan is to open a food truck.
He has a heart for business and has already shown an aptitude for business as a young man.
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