The Child Reintegration Centre (CRC) is a globally recognized child welfare organization that transforms the lives of vulnerable children by empowering families and strengthening communities. It was founded on July 4th, 2000 following the 11 years of brutal civil war in Sierra Leone. It started as a residential care facility and later fully transitioned to family-based care in 2017. In addition to providing best care practices across the globe, the CRC now supports over 600 children in more than 400 families across the country of Sierra Leone. In partnership with the Sierra Leone United Methodist Church Conference, the CRC’s main activities are funded by a partnering 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, Helping Children Worldwide (HCW) based in Chantilly, VA, USA.
The CRC serves over 450 families and 1,600 children in Bo, where we are headquartered, and in families in Southern District and in cities like Freetown and Kenema, and villages like Fengehun and Sammie.
– Rev. Olivia Fonnie, Director
Vision:
We are committed to transforming lives through excellent Christian values and tireless efforts as we empower and grow both the present and future generations of Sierra Leonean leaders. We work to protect, nurture and strengthen vulnerable children and their families, thereby transforming our country, developing professionals and improving the lives of all.
Mission:
We humbly work to honor God, protect and transform lives as we:
Undertake life-changing programs in the form of Family Strengthening, Children’s Aid Radio External School (CARES), and community outreach/evangelism
Grow and develop God-fearing leaders for both the present and future generations
Provide education and health care support to children in the Child support and Family care programs
Provide opportunity to develop the spiritual, physical, emotional and social dimensions of children
Provide food, shelter, clothing, education and health care for children in the Residential program
Commit to develop the leadership potential in children and caregivers
Work to honor God in our words, thoughts and deeds
Demonstrate the fruits of the spirit as recorded in Galatians 5:22-23
Core Values:
The CRC serves children, families and communities while following the biblical principles, and the following values. The acronym, CHILDREN is used here for a quick summary of these values:
C – Compassion, collaboration and commitment H – Honesty and Humility I – Integrity L – Love D – Diversity R – Respect E – Energy and Passion N – Non-Religious differences and non-political
