Our Mission
Protect and empower displaced widows and children through housing, education, skills and practical essential aid.
Discover more ↗Rooted in faith, driven by compassion and committed to dignity for families impacted by displacement.
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.

Protect and empower displaced widows and children through housing, education, skills and practical essential aid.
Discover more ↗Safe homes, meaningful education and self-sufficient families able to envision a hopeful future.
Discover more ↗Christian compassion, faithful stewardship, dignity, inclusion and community-based empowerment.
Discover more ↗Our Christian roots inspire our service, never a requirement for receiving assistance.
Venant and Joan Sindayigaya family — OWAID founding vision and mission direction.
Discover more ↗Donor communication, planning, stewardship and administrative priorities.
Discover more ↗OWAID aims to coordinate outreach responsibly with community leaders and relevant humanitarian organizations.
Discover more ↗Make an inquiry about a one-time gift, monthly support, or a family sponsorship.