FAQ

Giving and practical questions

How can someone give?

Door Creek can receive and forward support through channels the church already trusts. Common options include:

Method	How it helps
Church missions giving	Designate gifts through Door Creek’s missions process (preferred for accountability and partnership)
Stripe	Card or bank payments; useful for one-time gifts and monthly sponsorship
Google Pay	Fast checkout for mobile givers
Apple Pay / PayPal	Familiar options for many households
Bank transfer / ACH	Reliable for larger or recurring gifts with lower fees
Wire / Wise (or similar)	Useful when sending support internationally with transparent fees

Exact Stripe / Google Pay links and Door Creek designation codes can be added here once the missions committee sets them up.

Sponsorship is $65 per child per month. The immediate ministry need is approximately $2,470.

Is it better to give money or ship goods?

Financial gifts are usually the most effective way to help. Cash (or electronic equivalents) lets local leaders purchase food, materials, and services on the ground—at local prices, with local accountability. Shipping material goods from the United States is often slower and costlier than it appears: import duties, shipping fees, and the risk of loss or diversion can shrink what actually reaches the children. When in doubt, give financially through trusted channels and let Solace buy what is needed in Kilifi.

Can visitors come?

Yes. Solace welcomes visitors and short-term teams. See Partnership for visit and mentorship notes.