Some traditions become especially meaningful over time. At The Raining Season, one of those traditions is Salma's annual birthday visit to The Covering. At the end of May, Salma returned to celebrate her birthday with our children and staff for the ninth year. What began years ago through a simple connection has grown into a tradition of generosity, kindness, and community. Salma first learned about The Raining Season while working as an accountant at the Swiss Hotel, where m

Sponsorship continues to serve as the heartbeat of The Raining Season. We are continually grateful for the many people who choose to support the children in our care. One of those sponsorship stories comes from Seward, Nebraska, where the Concordia University Nebraska football team has been sponsoring Sullay since early 2025. The sponsorship is coordinated by Head Football Coach Patrick Daberkow, who first learned about The Raining Season through one of his assistant coaches.

Every child deserves a safe place to live, opportunities through education, nutritious food, essential medical care, and spiritual nurturing. At The Raining Season, that happens each day because of your support. Today, we want to give you a little glimpse into a typical day for Davida, who just celebrated her 13th birthday this week! Davida has called The Raining Season home for nearly seven years. She is quiet but radiates joy and has such a caring heart. Her favorite colors

At The Raining Season, every child’s story is supported through five core pillars of care: Safety, Education, Medical Care, Nutrition, and Spiritual Growth. Whether you give financially, sponsor a child, travel with us, pray, or simply follow along and encourage this work, you are part of these stories. Thank you for being here. Because of your support, sibling groups like Amie, Finda, Tamba, Sahr, and Kumba have a safe place to stay TOGETHER at The Covering. One year ago, th

As the school year in Sierra Leone will draw to a close in July, our children are diligently preparing for their end-of-year exams. Last week, twenty-one children from The Raining Season’s Preparatory School, including Esther K., Teange, Alex, and Esther L. from TRS, took the National Primary School Examination (NPSE). These students have spent months studying, attending classes faithfully, completing assignments, and preparing for this important moment. We are incredibly p

On April 24th, our children at The Raining Season Preparatory School had the exciting opportunity to participate in one of the most anticipated events of the school year, Sports Day! It was a day full of energy, laughter, teamwork, and memories for the students, their families, and our staff. Sports Day was held on an even larger scale this year, as it also included the new Raining Season Junior Secondary School students. Many children who no longer live at The Covering retur

Every year on April 27th, the people of Sierra Leone celebrate Independence Day. This important day marks the moment in 1961 when Sierra Leone became free from British colonial rule and began its journey as an independent nation. This year marks 65 years of independence! Independence Day is a time to reflect on the strength, resilience, and beauty of Sierra Leone and its people. It is also a day to honor those who worked hard for freedom and national unity. Uncle Osseh share

Do you remember twins Amie and Fatu? These sweet girls came to The Raining Season as tiny one-month-old babies in need of urgent care and support. When they arrived last July, they were malnourished and fragile, and their small bodies were in desperate need of care. From the very beginning, The Raining Season stepped in to provide formula, diapers, medical attention, and the safe, loving home they desperately needed. Sponsors quickly stepped in to support them, and our staff

At The Raining Season, our in-country team truly brings our mission to life. Day in and day out, they give their time, compassion, and dedication to care for and serve each child in every possible way. Today, we are honored to introduce you to one of those incredible team members, Cyril John. Cyril John has faithfully served with The Raining Season as a groundskeeper since February 1, 2015. For more than a decade, he has played an essential role in maintaining The Covering, e

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