The genocide in Rwanda killed more than 800,000 people; 300,000 of these victims were children, 95,000 children were orphaned. In 1994, JAM established an orphanage in Gitarama, Rwanda. This facility was built to cater for 600 orphans yet has housed as many as 700 orphans at times. These children receive three nourishing meals each day as well as loving care given by staff and teachers employed at the orphanage. JAM sponsors schooling for each child with a strong focus on education. Although these children have faced challenges, they are healthy, happy and are encouraged to learn, play games, be creative, take part in sports activities and learn new skills.