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✦ OUR STORY

Charity for Widows and Orphans in Africa

Rooted in faith, driven by compassion and committed to dignity for families impacted by displacement.

Faith-led compassionEducation & shelterWidows & children
OUR STORY

A family calling to care and restore.

Orphans & Widows Aid was founded in Nashville, Tennessee, in 2025 by Venant and Joan Sindayigaya and their family. Inspired by the biblical invitation to serve the vulnerable in James 1:27, the family envisioned community-focused support for displaced widows and orphaned children.

OWAID seeks to turn spiritual conviction into practical support, respecting every person’s dignity and serving families regardless of faith.

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Our Mission

Protect and empower displaced widows and children through housing, education, skills and practical essential aid.

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Our Vision

Safe homes, meaningful education and self-sufficient families able to envision a hopeful future.

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Our Values

Christian compassion, faithful stewardship, dignity, inclusion and community-based empowerment.

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Founded by the Sindayigaya family.

Our Christian roots inspire our service, never a requirement for receiving assistance.

Leadership, team & partners.

Founding Family

Venant and Joan Sindayigaya family — OWAID founding vision and mission direction.

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Nashville Coordination

Donor communication, planning, stewardship and administrative priorities.

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Local Partnerships

OWAID aims to coordinate outreach responsibly with community leaders and relevant humanitarian organizations.

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✦ EVERY ACT OF KINDNESS MATTERS

Help widows and children rebuild their future.

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