For more than a decade, Burnt Hickory has partnered with Swahiba Youth Network to minister to the people in the slums of Nairobi. Through the building of a Ministry Center in the heart of the slums, we aim to aid the people of Kenya for years to come. We regularly send teams of varying ages to help spread the gospel and aid those living in utter poverty. From providing food and resources to leading children’s ministry events, we have sought to bring the love of Christ to those who might not experience it any other way.
Bringing the love of Christ to those in poverty.
Kenya Missions Trips
Kenya winter break vbs Trip (february 14-22, 2025)
This team will be on an incredible mission trip to Kenya, where they'll lead Vacation Bible School (VBS) in the heart of the Kibera slums—one of Africa’s largest urban communities. Through this mission trip, they aim to bring hope, love, and the message of Jesus to the children and their families.
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Team Leader: Brad and Lisa Harper
Kenya summer vbs Trip (may 30-june 7, 2025)
We’re inviting you to be part of an incredible mission trip to Kenya, where we’ll lead Vacation Bible School (VBS) in the heart of the Kibera slums—one of Africa’s largest urban communities. Through this mission trip, we aim to bring hope, love, and the message of Jesus to the children and their families. You don’t need to be a Bible scholar or a seasoned teacher to make a difference—just come with a willing heart, a passion for Jesus, and a love for children.
Cost: Estimated $1800-$2000
Team Leader: Kimberly Reed
We invite you to join us in Kenya for an incredible opportunity in the fall of 2025. Partnering with the Swahiba Youth Network, we will be working in the slums of Kibera to bring hope, support, and the message of the Gospel to children and families in need. This mission trip is a chance to step out of your comfort zone and make a real difference in a community that faces immense challenges. Join us for this life-changing journey and be a beacon of hope in Kibera. Price is estimated at $650 plus flight.
Cost: Estimated $1800-$2000
Team Leader: Kimberly Reed
Kenya Sponsorships
In 2012 Burnt Hickory Student Ministry traveled to Nairobi, Kenya for a mission trip. This was the start of a relationship with Swahiba Youth Networks and Peter Abungu. Since that time the relationship has grown and we have sent 11 missions teams and over 300 individuals to assist in the ministry of Swahiba Youth Networks. Currently there are over 40 teenage girls being sponsored by BHBC members in Kenya. If you would like more information about the ministry in Kenya contact the missions team at .