Esther House for Girls India
Location: Padmanabham village, Andhra Pradesh State, India
At Future Focus Ministries India we run a well thought out support system for our boys and girls. Having two separate homes with live-in Indian widow ladies provides both structure and a nurturing presence that these children desperately need. The widows themselves find purpose and community in this role as well.
This long term care approach is impressive.
- Physical safety and care the homes and regular meals
- Educational support A dedicated Indian teacher helping with studies
- Emotional and spiritual guidance Pastor John Victor and his wife Kumari
- Cultural continuity everyone speaking Telugu, maintaining their language and identity.
- The children also learn English at school.
Seeing the older children succeed is incredibly encouraging for the younger children who are just arriving. they can see living proof that this opportunity is real and that their dreams are possible.
Esther House Students June 2025 - May 2026 School year
Sravani year 11 Telugu College, Kamala NRI College Finished year 12 and now attend Bib;e college .
Dobai year 10, Anjali year 8, Divya year 7 Thulasi year 6. Vandana year 5
we have 7 girls in Esther House
3 older girls finished year 10, received scholarships for year 11 and 12 thay have moved to boarding colleges.
Over the week, we visited Padmanabham Village in India.
We shared a special dinner and cakes with our girls and boys, and they beautifully sang at the Palli Village crusade
on the 26th and 27th of November.
It was a time filled with fun, games, and precious memories that will stay with us for a long time.
We shared a special dinner and cakes with our girls and boys, and they beautifully sang at the Palli Village crusade
on the 26th and 27th of November.
It was a time filled with fun, games, and precious memories that will stay with us for a long time.
November 2024. All our girls from Esther house went shopping.
choosing their own shoes.
There’s something deeply powerful about giving each girl
the chance to choose her own pair of shoes.
That simple act of personal choice paired with acknowledging their academic achievements, speaks volumes.
It tells them their hard work matters,
they are worthy of good things, and their individual preferences are valued.
And the joy on their faces was incredible to witness.
Moments like these create lifelong memories, reinforce positive habits, and remind the girls in a very real,
tangible way that they are seen, celebrated, and cared for.
Excursion trip to Vizag. for our girls and boys homes. 19 May 2025
All children from Boys at our leadership home and Girls Esther home, went on an excursion trip to Vizag and had a wonderful time exploring various attractions around the city. The highlight of our trip was spending time at Rushikonda Beach and the nearby park along the seashore.
The children thoroughly enjoyed the refreshing atmosphere and the scenic beauty of the
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To make the day extra special, I arranged a delicious lunch at a nice hotel, which everyone appreciated. The kids had lots of fun playing in the park and discovering new things. We also enjoyed tasty snacks throughout the day.
In the evening, by the grace of God, we all returned home safely. Some senior students also joined us on this memorable trip, adding to the joy and excitement of the experience.
All children from Boys at our leadership home and Girls Esther home, went on an excursion trip to Vizag and had a wonderful time exploring various attractions around the city. The highlight of our trip was spending time at Rushikonda Beach and the nearby park along the seashore.
The children thoroughly enjoyed the refreshing atmosphere and the scenic beauty of the
.
To make the day extra special, I arranged a delicious lunch at a nice hotel, which everyone appreciated. The kids had lots of fun playing in the park and discovering new things. We also enjoyed tasty snacks throughout the day.
In the evening, by the grace of God, we all returned home safely. Some senior students also joined us on this memorable trip, adding to the joy and excitement of the experience.
Hasvarna, Greeshm and Sravani, these three girls have completed year 10.
They are all above average students who have grown up in Esther House girls home.
Hasvarna, Passed her year 10 exams and joined in G. L. Puram. college for year 11 and 12. lived in Esther home for 10 years
Greeshma Passed her year 10 exams and joined in G. L. Puram. college for year 11 and 12. lived in Esther home for 10 years
Boni. Sravani also passed her 10 year exams joined in Anakapalli Town college for year 11 and 12. lived in Esther home since 2014.
They are all above average students who have grown up in Esther House girls home.
Hasvarna, Passed her year 10 exams and joined in G. L. Puram. college for year 11 and 12. lived in Esther home for 10 years
Greeshma Passed her year 10 exams and joined in G. L. Puram. college for year 11 and 12. lived in Esther home for 10 years
Boni. Sravani also passed her 10 year exams joined in Anakapalli Town college for year 11 and 12. lived in Esther home since 2014.
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The girls at EstherHouse love to celebrate their Birthdays with a party
Kamala February and Dyvia in March
Kamala February and Dyvia in March
November 2024 C3 Haven, Tara’s visit to Esther girls home,
gifts,new shoes, craft making bangles, Kumari & the House Mum
gifts,new shoes, craft making bangles, Kumari & the House Mum
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Victor & Annie visiting Esther House in September 2023 photos below
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13 May 2023. End of year celebrations an excursion to Rusikoda Beach Visakhapatanam
Exams over it is a well earned day out to start the school holidays
The new school year started on 12 June 2023
Exams over it is a well earned day out to start the school holidays
The new school year started on 12 June 2023
Visiting with Esther house girls in January 2023
22 January 2023. Sunday afternoon at the park with the girls. 22 January 2023
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Childrens camp saturdaty afternoon after school with dinner 21 January 2023
December 2022: Esther House for displaced girls shopping for Christmas dresses and new shoes
29th March 2021. Children's Excursion at Aruk Valley
Visiting Bora caves, Chapa Rai & Padmavathiy Garden with Lunch
Visiting Bora caves, Chapa Rai & Padmavathiy Garden with Lunch
Operation Christmas Child 28 February 2021
Gift boxes were distributed at Padmanabham village. Local leaders and government officials participated in this program.
Our Mission
Esther House Girls Home provides a loving, safe environment for displaced, abandoned, and vulnerable girls who lack parental care.
Established on July 29, 2016, our long-term project focuses on housing, educating, and nurturing these children to help them build brighter futures.
The need We address In India, particularly in Andhra Pradesh, vulnerable girls face significant risks:
Esther House Girls Home provides a loving, safe environment for displaced, abandoned, and vulnerable girls who lack parental care.
Established on July 29, 2016, our long-term project focuses on housing, educating, and nurturing these children to help them build brighter futures.
The need We address In India, particularly in Andhra Pradesh, vulnerable girls face significant risks:
- Young girls as young as 6 years old without family protection are at high risk of being trafficked
- Rising urban incomes have created increased demand for domestic workers
- Child trafficking for domestic servitude has become a serious concern throughout the region
- Without intervention, these children face exploitation, abuse, and lost opportunities
- Caring widows from the local community serve as house mothers, providing nurturing supervision
- Girls receive safe housing, nutritious meals, and emotional support
- Education is a cornerstone of our program, giving girls tools for independence
- Cultural sensitivity is maintained, with staff speaking Telugu, the local language
- Each child receives individual attention and care in a family-like atmosphere
- Protection from trafficking and exploitation
- Quality education and development opportunities
- Emotional healing and renewed hope
- A loving community where they can thrive