ZOE Empowers Support
Current Groups
Beginning in October 2023, and receiving our support through late 2026, the Congregation of Duke Chapel has been sponsoring two groups from Zimbabwe, Ropafadzo "Blessing" Pimai and Elevated Pimai. We invite you to watch these two short videos highlighting a member from each of our two supported groups.
Previous Groups
2020-2023
"Gratitude" was the name of one of the groups the Congregation sponsored from 2020-2023. This group in rural Zimbabwe has 30 households with a total of 92 children. The second group named themselves “Greater Life”. Greater Life has 30 households and 98 children total. Through training, micro grants, social support, and spiritual encouragement, these children will build new lives for themselves.
2018-2021
The "Reward" group comprised of 27 households and 81 children was formed in the spring of 2018 and continued to 2021. The group is located in rural Zimbabwe. This group is funded with a special initiative called the "Empowerment Ministries".
2017-2020
The "Wise" group, comprised of 28 households and 73 children, was formed in the fall of 2017 and continued to 2020. The group is located in the city of Mutare, Zimbabwe.
2015-2017
From 2015–2017, the Congregation supported the Taguta Dora Working Group in Zimbabwe; their group name means "We Are Satisfied". This group has 25 households and a total of 80 members. One of the biggest disadvantages orphans and vulnerable children face is isolation from peers and the larger community. Struggling on their own, the children lack moral support, access to community resources, and a network of people to help them progress and face challenges. ZOE Empowers provides connections, mentors, facilitators, and support.
2012-2014
