Raising Children Who Transform Nations Through Holistic Care
Our Mission
Children of the Nations (COTN) is a Christian nonprofit organization dedicated to providing holistic care for orphaned and destitute children in poverty-stricken areas of the world. Founded in 1995 by Chris and Debbie Clark, who began with a trip to Sierra Leone inspired by a child’s prayer, COTN focuses on meeting physical, educational, social, and spiritual needs to empower children to become leaders who transform their communities and nations. We serve in five countries: Malawi, Sierra Leone, Uganda, Dominican Republic, and others across Africa and the Caribbean.
“We exist to raise children who transform nations.”
With a commitment to long-term sustainability, COTN has impacted thousands of lives, including 186 university and vocational graduates contributing to their societies. In 2025, we continue our work amid challenges like founder retirement, focusing on expanding programs for lasting change.
Our Key Programs
- Child Sponsorship: For $39-$55/month, sponsors support children’s needs in Village Partnership, Family-Style Homes, or University/Vocational programs, providing education, food, medical care, and more. https://www.cotni.org/how-sponsorship-works
- Feeding Program: Addresses immediate hunger with nutritious meals for 4,329 children, while building sustainable farms for long-term food security.
- University/Vocational Program: Equips students with higher education and skills, leading to 186 graduates in fields like medicine and engineering. https://www.cotni.org/university-vocational-program
- One Church, One Village: An in-depth, guided plan that helps your church develop a meaningful, lasting relationship with a specific village in Africa or the Caribbean. https://www.cotni.org/one-church-one-village
- Village Partnership: Offers community-based support including schools, clean water, and mentorship in places like Uganda. https://www.cotni.org/village-partnership
- Venture Program: A short-term mission program to expose participants to the COTN mission so that they may utilize their skills, resources, and relationships to accomplish the vision of raising children who transform nations. https://www.cotni.org/venture-program/
- Medical and Outreach: Provides clinics, trauma counseling, and sustainable development to overcome poverty and war’s effects. In Uganda since 2005, we’ve built schools, homes, and farms to support hundreds of children amid post-war recovery. . https://www.cotni.org/sustainable-development/
Inspiring Testimonies
Real stories of transformation:
- Ireen’s Story (Malawi): Overcoming hunger and loss, Ireen received meals and education through COTN, graduating college and becoming CEO of an affordable-housing company.
- Estrella’s Story (Dominican Republic): As a child with crossed eyes, Estrella received life-changing surgery at COTN’s clinic, restoring her vision and confidence.
- Graduates’ Impact: Many former children are now adults with transformed futures, contributing to their communities in medicine, teaching, and more.
Why Get Involved?
Join us in changing lives for these reasons:
- Fulfill a Calling: Answer God’s call to care for orphans, as inspired by founders Chris and Debbie Clark.
- See Tangible Impact: Your support provides meals, education, and futures, with updates and visits available.
- Build Relationships: Connect with a child through letters and experience cultural exchange.
- Opportunities: Sponsor, donate, volunteer, join trips, or fundraise—tax-deductible and transparent.
- Eternal Legacy: Help raise nation-changers in areas of great need.
Join the Mission Today!
Become a nation-changer by supporting Children of the Nations. Your involvement brings hope and transformation!
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Children of the Nations | Silverdale, WA | © 2025 | A 501(c)(3) Nonprofit
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