On Sunday, March 22, 2026, The Raining Season Preparatory School held its third annual Thanksgiving Service.  This special day is a tradition that continues to unite students, staff, families, and the surrounding community in a shared spirit of gratitude. The Thanksgiving Service is an opportunity to pause and give thanks to God for His faithfulness and the many blessings poured out over the school throughout the year. From academic growth to deepening relationships, the cele

Easter is a season of hope, renewal, and new life. At The Raining Season, we see the message of Easter lived out each day in the lives of the children we serve through their resilience, their faith, and the joy they carry even in the midst of challenges. It is a beautiful reminder that hope is never lost and that new life can grow in every circumstance. As we journey through Holy Week, our children are spending intentional time with Pastor William, reflecting on the life, sac

As the twenty-first Budapest-Bamako Rally ended in Freetown, Sierra Leone, their mission of giving back blessed the Raining Season in early February and March. The Budapest-Bamako Rally is one of the world’s largest amateur cross-continental adventure rallies. This year, the rally returned to Sierra Leone in two waves with the mission of bringing hope and opportunity to rural communities and children. The first rally reached its destination in early February, followed by a se

This week, we are excited to share some updates from The Raining Season, including an upcoming matching campaign, another matriculation ceremony, a special fundraiser happening in the Bahamas that will bless The Raining Season’s library and school, birthday celebrations, and upcoming activities at TRS. We are looking forward to an exciting month ahead! LITTLE BY LITTLE MATCHING CAMPAIGN Something special is coming! From March 17-20, your donation can go even further during Gl

This Friday, March 6th, marks 2026’s World Day of Prayer.  As we reflect on The Lord’s faithfulness to The Raining Season over the past sixteen years, we are filled with gratitude. He has provided. He has protected. He has blessed. Time and again, we have seen His hand at work at The Raining Season and in Sierra Leone. This week, we invite you to lift up The Raining Season in prayer. Whether you pray once or every day this week, please know that your prayers matter to our chi

Travel has always been an important part of The Raining Season.  Feet on the ground, loving and serving alongside our amazing team in Sierra Leone, and seeing firsthand the work being done to carry out our mission is just part of what makes it special. In November 2025, longtime supporters of TRS, Darren and Chrissie Woodruff, returned to Sierra Leone with two of their children, Gigi (18) and Brody (16). Joining them were The Raining Season's Executive Director, Lori Pyle, an

Seven children and four caregivers from The Raining Season recently had the opportunity to once again attend World Hope International’s Enable the Children Annual Beach Day in Sierra Leone. Held this year at Aberdeen Beach, the event welcomed between 600-700 children living with disabilities and their families and caregivers for a special day of joy, connection, and celebration. Enable the Children is a project of World Hope International that serves families impacted by disa

The Raining Season is grateful for the many people who link arms with us and support our mission, whether through financial support, travel, prayer, or donations of items.  We recently experienced another reminder of God's faithfulness at The Raining Season through the visit and generous support of the Foundation of Turkiye Graduates in Sierra Leone (FTGSL).  Founded in 2024, the Foundation of Turkiye Graduates in Sierra Leone is a nonprofit organization committed to strength

This week, we have a couple of quick updates from Sierra Leone to share with you, including news on our young adults starting university and monthly rice distributions. All our kids have been busy settling back into their school routine as the new term began in January. We are looking forward to an exciting year ahead! UNIVERSITY UPDATE We are excited to share that four young adults from The Raining Season family, Aminata, Josephine, Adamsay, and Alusine, are officially enrol

At The Raining Season, community outreach has always been more than a program.  It is a reflection of who we are and why we exist. As we look back this Throwback Thursday, we are reminded that serving others beyond our walls has been woven into our mission from the very beginning. Whether meeting physical needs, sharing encouragement and the gospel, or partnering with local leaders, outreach allows us to live out our calling to love and serve others. Our passion for community

In the summer of 2025, The Raining Season launched a new fundraising initiative with a simple yet powerful idea to have fun while making a difference. What began in June quickly grew into something truly special, thanks to a group of volunteers who showed up with creativity, joy, and generous hearts. As we step into a new year, we want to pause to say thank you and celebrate what God has done through our Have Fun Raising Funds teams. In just six months, our fundraising teams

As we look back on 2025, our hearts are full of gratitude. This year was marked by stories of growth, reminders of God’s provision, and the incredible ways you, our community, partnered with us in The Raining Season’s mission. Here are some of our favorite highlights from the year. In January, a group of young professionals, including lawyers, accountants, and other professionals, visited The Covering. They brought gifts, but more importantly, they shared their personal stori

Happy New Year! It was another exciting end to the year at The Covering with special Christmas events. The days leading up to Christmas were filled with celebration and gratitude for both our children and staff. Our annual Christmas celebration, one of the most anticipated events of the year, was held on December 20th. Thanks to the generous support of our sponsors, the children enjoyed a festive evening with food, drinks, and music. Our staff in Sierra Leone brought in a DJ

Merry Christmas to you and your family! As we enter into the final week of the Christmas season, we are grateful for the many ways the Lord continues to bless us.  The children who enter the gates of The Raining Season are transformed as they learn about Jesus and His faithfulness. Because of Him, we celebrate stories of redemption and healing. Once again, Pastor William has graciously shared a Christmas message for The Raining Season family. From Pastor William: As the angel

Hello TRS Sponsors and Friends, As we come to the close of 2025, I want to pause and thank you for the incredible impact your sponsorship has made this year. Your generosity continues to change lives every single day in Sierra Leone, and it is a privilege to partner with you in this mission. This year brought important reflection and meaningful growth for The Raining Season. Through your support, our center in Freetown has continued to be a safe, joyful, and nurturing home fo

Each year, people like you give back to The Raining Season and help us continue our mission of helping vulnerable children in Sierra Leone. We are so grateful to the people who step in to support our children. Giving Tuesday is an impactful way to bless small nonprofits doing meaningful work around the world. We know there are many charities doing great work where you can share your resources, and we are VERY thankful for every person who supports us, on Giving Tuesday and al

Today, our hearts are filled with gratitude. We are thankful for YOU, our supporters, sponsors, prayer partners, and advocates, who make this mission possible every single day. Your generosity, faithfulness, and encouragement continue to have a lasting impact on our children, our staff, and our entire TRS family. This year, we are especially grateful for how well our children are thriving. We see growth, confidence, and hope blossoming each day, and we are truly thankful for

In the weeks surrounding our James 1:27 Sponsorship Drive, our Executive Director, Lori Pyle, had the joy of visiting several church partners in Nebraska.  Each one is a meaningful part of our story and our mission. These visits were a reminder of the faithful communities who continue to stand with The Raining Season and the vulnerable children we serve in Sierra Leone. A Celebration at Trinity Church in Papillion, Nebraska Just before the launch of our sponsorship drive, Lor

As our James 1:27 Sponsorship Drive comes to a close, we are filled with gratitude. Over the past several weeks, we have watched God’s hand at work moving hearts, stirring generosity, and reminding us once again that He provides in His perfect timing. Together, you have helped raise $10,240 in pledged sponsorship dollars toward our $14,580 goal, representing 27 sponsorships for the year ahead. While we haven’t yet reached our goal, we are filled with hope and confidence that

The need is real, and the impact is lasting.  Every sponsorship gift tells a story of hope. Through your generosity, children at The Raining Season have a safe place to live, opportunity through education, nutritious food, essential medical care, and spiritual nurturing every day. As we approach Orphan Sunday, we have raised $4,195 in pledged sponsorship dollars of our $14,580 goal for the year ahead. Will you help us close the gap?  Email sponsorship@therainingseason.org  to