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Sophie’s Big Classroom Gets Painted
Sophie’s Big Classroom Gets Painted

Colorful paintings welcome students as they enter the Big Classroom for Sophie’s older students.

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Fundraising, DonateLuAnn WingNovember 28, 2023Sophie's Creche
 What do Pre-Schoolers Learn at Sophie’s Creche?
What do Pre-Schoolers Learn at Sophie’s Creche?
Donate, FoodLuAnn WingNovember 23, 2023Sophie's Creche
Soul Sparkles Gather on Distribution Day
Soul Sparkles Gather on Distribution Day

Sophie’s trip to America brings many gifts.

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Press, Fundraising, DonateLuAnn WingNovember 21, 2023Sophie's Coming to America, Sophie's Creche
Distribution Day for Soul Sparkle Parcels
Distribution Day for Soul Sparkle Parcels

The Soul Sparkles are AIDS orphans who have a built a family and community among other children who lost their parents to AIDS. Sophie started the Soul Sparkles group to give these children a chance to feel welcomed, loved and understood among others with similar experiences.

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Donate, Medical Mission, PressAdrian GalliNovember 4, 2023Sophie's Creche
Learn How Sophie Distributes Clothes and Toiletries
Learn How Sophie Distributes Clothes and Toiletries

What happens when Aid Africa’s Children’s Clothes Drive Collection Finally Arrives in South Africa?

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Donate, FundraisingAdrian GalliNovember 2, 2023Sophie's Creche
If These Suitcases Could Talk!
If These Suitcases Could Talk!

It was Sophie’s first visit to America and she arrived with a small backpack. She returned home with two suitcases filled with clothing for the Creche and Soul Sparkles.

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Press, Donate, FundraisingLuAnn WingOctober 30, 2023Sophie's Coming to America, Sophie's Creche
A Wonderful Ending to a Great Trip!
A Wonderful Ending to a Great Trip!

Aid Africa’s Children’s Debbie Gilliam efforts to have a Sunday Brunch pay off!

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Donate, FundraisingAdrian GalliOctober 1, 2023Sophie's Coming to America
The Reunion that Almost Didn’t Happen!
The Reunion that Almost Didn’t Happen!

The last time they saw each other was on an Aid Africa’s Children Mission trip to South Africa. Many years later, they finally meet again!

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Donate, FundraisingAdrian GalliSeptember 28, 2023Sophie's Coming to America
Sophie Visits a Dear Friend in Utah
Sophie Visits a Dear Friend in Utah

Years ago Sophie met Mary Farkas with Aid Africa’s Children in South Africa. Mary returned on her own to visit Sophie and help the community.

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Fundraising, DonateAdrian GalliSeptember 25, 2023Sophie's Coming to America
A Memorable Sunset with Friends
A Memorable Sunset with Friends

Sophie, Aid Africa’s Children’s VP of Missions, Rebecca Schwuchow and Aid Africa’s Children’s, VP of Community Affairs, Debbie Gilliam, and friend, Melva Stockwell, enjoy a memorable sunset cruise on Wisconsin’s Silver Lake.

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Donate, FundraisingAdrian GalliSeptember 23, 2023Sophie's Coming to America
"A genuine Connection and Camaraderie."
"A genuine Connection and Camaraderie."

How "the Sophie Effect” Builds Collaboration for a Common Cause.

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Press, Fundraising, DonateAdrian GalliAugust 27, 2023Sophie's Coming to America, New Christian Life House of Prayer & Faith
In Her Own Words
In Her Own Words

"The first time it rained, I thought I must go and save the food, and then I realized I don’t have to anymore,” Sophie exclaimed.

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Donate, Food, PressAdrian GalliAugust 24, 2023Sophie's Coming to America, Sophie's Kitchen, Sophie's Creche
A Sweet Home Chicago Reception
A Sweet Home Chicago Reception

How did this Chicago church make Sophie feel at home?

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Donate, Fundraising, PressAdrian GalliAugust 22, 2023Sophie's Coming to America, Sophie's Creche
What’s Sophie’s Special Connection to this Chicago Church?
What’s Sophie’s Special Connection to this Chicago Church?

For months, Aid Africa’s Children and Sophie planned a highly anticipated visit to this Chicago church.

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Fundraising, Press, DonateAdrian GalliAugust 20, 2023Sophie's Coming to America, Sophie's Creche
Chicago Church Welcomes Sister Sophie with Open Arms!
Chicago Church Welcomes Sister Sophie with Open Arms!

A sweet gesture touches Sophie’s heart.  

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Donate, Press, FundraisingAdrian GalliAugust 16, 2023Sophie's Kitchen, Sophie's Creche
Local Businesses and Supporters Join Forces with Aid Africa’s Children
Local Businesses and Supporters Join Forces with Aid Africa’s Children

Sophie’s “Coming to America Fundraiser” touches the hearts of many generous local businesses and supporters.

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Donate, Fundraising, PressAdrian GalliAugust 3, 2023Lily Lake ResortSophie's Coming to America, Sophie's Creche
Birthday Fundraiser Donates to Sophie’s Creche
Birthday Fundraiser Donates to Sophie’s Creche

Last year, Sophie learned of a complete stranger who donated her Facebook donations to Sophie’s Creche. This year they finally met!

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Donate, Fundraising, PressAdrian GalliAugust 3, 2023Sophie's Creche, Sophie's Kitchen, Sophie's Coming to America
Sophie meets Santa Claus!
Sophie meets Santa Claus!

When Sophie met Marty Stockwell she was struck by his uncanny resemblance to Santa Claus!

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Fundraising, Donate, PressAdrian GalliJuly 31, 2023Sophie, Sophie's Creche
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