Teshie Children's Orphanage

I’m rarely on social media, so I know y’all really have no idea what I’m up to except for maybe eating ice cream if you’re on Facebook, lol. But quietly, I’ve made a few trips to Ghana, and it has truly become one of my favorite places.

On my second trip to Ghana, by way of one of my favorite people Keren Johnson (you can support some of the impactful things she is doing here ), I was introduced to a few other amazing women. One is Walla Elsheikh, co-founder of Birthright AFRICA (another life-changing program you can learn more about and support). In between exploring Ghana and living my best life, Walla mentioned another amazing young woman she knows, Michelle Owusu, who would be hosting a fundraiser at a local orphanage.

Keren and I decided to visit with Walla (hungover and all! And so glad we did). We took a Bolt over to Teshie Children’s Orphanage , and I was touched by what I saw. Michelle, a beautiful young woman and clothing designer , had organized a fun day for the kids and everyone who attended. There was bomb local food, games, music, and a jumper. (y’all know kids go crazy for a jump house!)

I also got the opportunity to meet Moses Lamptey; he acts as one of the administrators there but what’s most special about his connection to the orphanage is that he was once an orphan living there. What’s even more special about Teshie is that this orphanage wasn’t made to feel like a place you go when you’ve been discarded. This was a place that felt like home, and all the kids there felt like family.

You could see and feel the connections between each other and Moses. They did a few dance performances for us, and it felt just like when my sister and cousins would all make up our dance routine to display for everyone at the next family party. Even the smallest kids knowing they were all in the way, wanted to get in on the action – we all know that feeling.

I noticed some much older kids helping out, but it also seemed they were just as excited about the day. Moses let me know, those kids (now over 18) also called Teshie Home. Unlike many places, especially here in the US, once you turn 18, you are essentially out on your own. But at Teshie, those kids still have a place they can call home until they are able to be fully independent.

Moses and I have stayed connected after that event as I told him I wanted to stay updated on what was going on there. Recently he contacted me about a project they need support on. He’d like to extend one of the old buildings so they can build a computer lab and entertainment room. It’s about to be 2022 y’all, and it’s no secret that to get ahead in this ever-changing world, access to a computer isn’t a luxury – it’s a necessity. SO! Here is where you come in. I think together we can help. Their ultimate goal is 40k US. With your help, I’d like to help them get going in the right direction and start them off with 10k US. Whatever you can donate will help. If we can all come together, I have no doubts this seemingly large goal can be attainable. I am heading back to Ghana this month, and I’d like to present them with the cash before I depart on January 4th. If this isn’t a good time for you to donate…even though I know you at least have a $10! (LOL yes you!) Please take the time to share this with people within your reach. Your time is also valuable, and I don’t take that for granted. Love and Blessings to you!