About The Fig Tree Children
The Fig Tree Children is an Australian not-for-profit organisation supporting orphaned and vulnerable children and young people in Sierra Leone. Our mission is to provide opportunities for growth, education, and stability, so every child in our care can work toward a brighter, self-sufficient future.
We work closely with the children’s carers, many of whom are extended family members like grandparents, aunts, and uncles, offering ongoing support that empowers them to care for the children in their homes and communities. Our approach is rooted in compassion, respect, and collaboration.
We’re deeply grateful for the partnership we have with Caritas Freetown, who support our work in invaluable ways. Thanks to their generosity, we have access to an office space, a part-time bookkeeper (who we provide a stipend to), and the use of a vehicle for distributing essential items to children across multiple regions. They also include our staff in their training workshops. This practical, on-the-ground support helps make our program both effective and sustainable.
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We also acknowledge the mentorship of Fr. Peter Konteh (Father of Priests and Director of Caritas Freetown), whose early support helped us establish a strong foundation in Sierra Leone. While he now focuses on broader initiatives, we continue to work alongside Caritas Freetown with a shared commitment to improving the lives of children in need.
At The Fig Tree Children, we believe in partnership, not charity. We walk alongside the children, their carers, and our team in Sierra Leone to support long-term change, grounded in dignity, equity, and hope.
Become a Volunteer Today
Have you ever wanted to directly make a difference and give an opportunity to a child living in one of the poorest countries in the world but can't commit to donating financially? Volunteering your time to help The Fig Tree Children is another way you can make a real difference. Contact us to find out more.
Giving Opportunity to Orphaned & Vulnerable Children Since Sep 2015
Children attending school
Days carers received support
Youth in tertiary education
SCHOOL DAYS FUNDED
We’ve Raised over $500,000 to Help Orphaned and Vulnerable Children in Sierra Leone
From our inception in September 2015, The Fig Tree Children has grown and each year provides more help to those in need in Sierra Leone. Without help from our donors, sponsors and partners, none of this would be possible.
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Please contact us using the contact methods below. Thank you
PO Box 736, Paddington, Queensland 4064
Call Us: +61 431 895 733
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