Discipling people, strengthening families, empowering communities, for Kingdom transformation.
Join Us in Restoring Hope for an Orphaned Generation
Together, we can help rebuild the emotional, spiritual, and physical inheritance lost to a generation impacted by HIV/AIDS and extreme poverty.
Who WE ARE
Kingdom transformation, one life at a time.
Challenge Ministries U.S. is a nonprofit dedicated to uplifting the orphaned, vulnerable, and rural communities most affected by poverty and HIV/AIDS in Eswatini. Our mission, rooted in the power of community and faith, is to disciple people, strengthen families, and empower communities, for kingdom transformation.
We work to restore the family unit and glorify God through church planting, community care, orphan care, family reunification, addiction rehabilitation, and sustainable enterprises.
To us, a transformed nation is one where hope-filled, vibrant communities are empowered to serve one another. We envision every person in Eswatini within walking distance of compassionate care, discipleship, economic opportunities, and education.
By realizing this vision, we aim to create a replicable model of rural community impact for Southern Africa and beyond.
THE NEED
Eswatini, one of Africa’s last remaining monarchies, is a nation of rich culture and heritage, but it faces severe challenges.
Eswatini bears the grim title of having the world's highest HIV prevalence, at 27%. This epidemic has decimated the working-age population, leaving behind a generation of orphaned and vulnerable children. With over half the population under 21, Eswatini is home to approximately 364,000 orphaned and vulnerable children—nearly a third of its 1.2 million people.
Today, less than 12% of children in Eswatini grow up with both parents present. The country grapples with staggering unemployment—31%% overall, with youth unemployment soaring above 54%. A staggering 58.9% of the population lives below the poverty line.
Agricultural production is crippled by frequent droughts, erratic rainfall, and inadequate farming technologies, forcing Eswatini to rely heavily on imports to feed its people.
Since 1997, Challenge Ministries Eswatini has been at the forefront of responding to this crisis. By aiming to be within walking distance of every rural family and orphaned child, we believe that investing in their efforts can bring lasting change to this small nation.
THE MISSION
Resourcing kingdom transformation through discipleship, family strengthening, and community empowerment.
In the U.S., we resource the incredible work happening in Eswatini, making a lasting impact on vulnerable children through comprehensive orphan care, family reunification, community development, education and training, and evangelism, and restorative discipleship. By supporting Challenge Ministries’ network, we equip individuals, families, and communities with the tools they need for growth and resilience.
We build churches that unite communities, combat food insecurity with sustainable farming, educate the young and vulnerable, and provide access to essential medical care. Together, we’re creating a brighter future and driving transformative change in Eswatini.
OUR WORK
Learn about our four key initiatives below.
Orphan Care & Family Strengthening
Challenge Ministries U.S. helps support the holistic care for over 400 orphaned and vulnerable children throughout Eswatini, Africa.
Rural Community Development & Church Planting
We empower rural communities in Eswatini, Africa to plant churches, helping them to develop sustainable initiatives in discipleship, healthcare, agriculture and education.
Rehabilitation
For those affected by abuse, addiction, and life-controlling habits, Challenge Ministries is providing effective treatment, career training and community reintegration. The residential rehabilitation programs help restore mothers and fathers to their roles in leading safe, healthy homes.
Rural Sustainability Business Enterprises
We help develop sustainable business enterprises in rural communities that provide job opportunities, create food security and advance economic development in Eswatini, Africa.
GET INVOLVED
Partner with the transformation of a nation
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Be an Impact Partner through financial partnership. Gifts of all kinds are welcome - cash, assets, equipment, and materials. We also handle gift-in-kind donations from Phoenix, Arizona, where we prepare shipments for Eswatini. Click here to Donate today and join us in kingdom transformation!
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Be a part of the impact by joining us on a mission trip! Your hands-on help pushes the ministry forward, bringing an infusion of energy, strength, and manpower. We invite teams of all ages and skillsets to be a part of the work. An international trip goes a long way in communicating value to the people we serve. Contact us today to plan a trip.
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Calling all subject matter experts! Are you a thought leader or a social entrepreneur? Become a strategic partner by joining the Impact Collective. From engineers to educators, special needs trainers, and career guidance counselors - we invite you to help drive our mission forward by sharing your skills. Contact us today to find out more!
Ways to help
A Few Ways To Get Involved
Support Unsponsored Children
Want to make a difference in a child's life without committing to a monthly sponsorship? Consider a one-time donation to the Unsponsored Children’s Fund. This fund ensures that every child in Bulembu’s family-style homes receives the same high level of care, even if they don’t yet have a sponsor.
With less than 28% of children in Bulembu fully sponsored, your gift to the Unsponsored Children’s Fund will have a significant impact, providing essential support to those who need it most.
SPONSOR A CHILD
The Child Sponsorship Program is a powerful way to contribute to orphaned and vulnerable children in family-style care. Empower our mission of rescuing children, raising leaders, and rebuilding a community to transform a nation. Unlike traditional sponsorship programs, sponsoring a child in Bulembu goes beyond providing basic necessities like food, shelter, and clothing. Your sponsorship ensures long-term, sustainable care that addresses every aspect of a child's life—medical needs, nutrition, clothing, education, caregiving, and housing.
Join us in making a lasting impact. Co-sponsorship starts at just $35/month per child.
Join Us on a Trip and Invite Others to Experience Eswatini
Come to Eswatini and get hands-on with impactful projects that are changing lives. If you’ve visited before, why not bring your friends and family along next time? Help us spread the word about the transformative work happening here and invite your loved ones to join the partnership community.
Share this webpage or the video above to introduce your friends and family to the incredible work you’re already part of.