The story of how Bali Kids came about starts In 2004, when a six year-old orphan boy named Toha was found extremely ill in one of Bali's 38 orphanages. Cowering in a small room, Toha's body was completely covered in weeping, bleeding sores and scabies. Toha was too weak to even stand, and was barely able to take a few steps before falling down.
The orphanage he was in had no money for medical treatment and insufficient staff to give him the specialist care he so badly needed. Representatives from the Australian charity "Carry For Kids" took Toha from hospital to hospital seeking treatment - but to no avail as the hospitals were overcrowded and unable to accept any more patients. Finally a private hospital was located for treatment but could not provide a bed. "Carry For Kids" then took care of Toha for three months until he was able to recover and returned to his original orphanage.
Toha's infections were acute and he was extremely traumatised. There is no question he would have died had he not been found. Toha's story is sadly though only one of literally hundreds we know of.
Since then, Bali Kids has grown into one of the most respected and committed organisations helping kids on the island. The facilities we provide are vital to the safety and well being of thousands of children every year.
Soon, we hope to be moving into our new home. A purpose built and carefully designed centre that will house
a total of 60 children in two wings - a medical centre and an orphanage.
Find out more about this exciting project and see how so many people around the world have already helped us towards achieving our dream.
