Built by volunteers, run on the ground in Kenya

A journey around the world

For the next 6 years, Deanne found herself volunteering in Vietnam, Nepal, Ecuador, and the Philippines. Each country deepened her commitment to helping children facing poverty, homelessness, and lack of education. Her hands-on work taught her the real impact that one person could make.

In 2018, she traveled to Kenya and instantly knew her childhood dream was about to come true. Kenya would become her new home. Within the year, she made the 8,701-mile move from her native land and started her new life abroad.

Finding her calling in Kenya

Immediately, Deanne went to work. She traveled from city to city volunteering in special needs schools and orphanages. She gave aid to the homeless, children living on the streets, children who craved education, and children who needed medical attention.

Not only did Deanne assist children in need, but she gave her time to helping the volunteers she met along the way. For many years, Deanne was encouraged to start her own volunteer organization. However, because it is the hands-on experience that she craves, Deanne did not seriously entertain the idea. She did not want anything to get in the way of her time with the children.

Because ALL Children Matter is born

But deep down, she knew there was a need for an organisation that could meet her vision. Eventually, it would take meeting the right people. With a little pressure and support from Johnson and Ginger, Deanne chose to start Because ALL Children Matter as a Non-Government Organisation (Non-profit).

Each board member of Because ALL Children Matter is a volunteer and friend that Deanne has met through her journey around the world. This unique international team of volunteers shares the same passion and vision as Deanne and is determined to support the mission of Because ALL Children Matter and its success.