The Challenge
Each year 18 million teen mothers face difficult pregnancies—some abandoned, some victims of assault, others forced into child marriage. Yet, one truth remains: these young women and their children are vulnerable, often lacking resources and facing rejection.
At Cherish, we believe the Church is the answer. When mobilized, the Body of Christ can teach, uplift, and empower these young moms with life skills, spiritual guidance, and unwavering love. Cherish Mentors see beyond the young mom's struggles to the world-changers they were created to be. Our mission is that each young mom recognizes her God-given value, creates safety for her child, and transforms her future. Through Cherish, young moms have found hope in Christ, even in communities where faith is restricted. This ministry is more than support—it’s a chance to transform two generations at once, shaping futures and igniting lasting change.
The Vision
Upcoming Trips
Malawi and Zimbabwe: July 10-25 ~$3900
You have an opportunity to be part of something truly life-changing. By joining a Cherish Missions team, or by giving financially, you can help advance Cherish in Malawi, the fourth poorest country in the world, and launch new hope in Zimbabwe, where 38% of the population faces malnutrition.
This summer, our women’s ministry team will be training leaders, mentoring young moms, and planting seeds of long-term transformation through the local church. At the same time, our children’s ministry team will be pouring love into the lives of little ones through Bible stories, play, and care. Whether you go or give, your partnership helps bring hope, dignity, and opportunity to some of the world’s most vulnerable families.
Cuba (info coming soon)
Malawi
Cherish made its debut in Malawi in 2023, receiving an overwhelming response. Known as 'Konda,' which translates to 'love' in the local language, Cherish Malawi embodies this sentiment wholeheartedly. To date, 1000 young mothers and 2073 children have experienced the warmth of care and support. This initiative marks a significant milestone for the local church, enabling monthly life skills sessions and personalized home visits to nurture spiritual growth.
Even village chiefs (many of whom are Muslim) have celebrated the difference that Cherish has made in local communities, as young mothers have new hope, mentorship, direction, and transformation.
Cherish donors have partnered with our leaders in Malawi for microfinance to help young moms initiate a small business in their communities, along with a goat project which provides nutritional and financial support.
Update from Malawi
Be part of the change
Small Business Start-Up
Helps a young mother launch small businesses, empowering her to provide for her children, gain independence, and break the cycle of poverty for future generations.
Cherish donors help young moms with essential baby care items like diapers, baby food, formula, baby and toddler clothes, shoes, toys, strollers, cribs and more.
Business Training
Your support provides essential business training and mentoring, equipping young mothers with the skills and confidence to create sustainable futures for themselves and their children.
Moms can get prayer support day or night and we have seen countless miracles through answered prayer. Moms also have access to Cherish Footsteps mentoring.
Support a Cherish Site
By investing in an international Cherish site, you help save lives and bring lasting transformation—providing young mothers with the mentorship, education, and resources they need for a new life.
Cherish Team Members teach Interview Skills and Job Readiness classes, and help Cherish Moms prepare a resume.
Uganda
In 2024, Cherish launched in northwestern Uganda, a region that has become a place of refuge for Congolese and South Sudanese families fleeing conflict and hardship. With hearts full of compassion and a deep desire to serve, local mentors have established three active Cherish locations in Nyangilia, Padrombo, and the Lobule Refugee Camp.
These courageous women are walking alongside young mothers who face unimaginable challenges—offering hope, healing, and practical support through mentoring, education, and community. We are deeply grateful for these mentors who are faithfully living out the mission of Cherish in some of the hardest-to-reach places, bringing light where it’s needed most.