TRU International is a gospel-driven organization transforming the lives of street boys and girls in Kenya.
To share the love of Jesus by meeting physical, emotional, and spiritual needs through gospel-centered outreach.
A Kenya where all street youth are transformed by the gospel.
Transforming lives through Disciple making.
Restoring hope through Education.
Uniting communities through Relationships.
God's love serves as the foundation for the transformative journey of both TRU and those TRU serves, inspiring a call to ministry that seeks to place God at the center of all TRU does. Prayer is our bold reliance on God in ministry.
TRU is centered on going to those we serve, actively engaging with street youtn in their own environments to not only build meaningful relationships but to share the transforming hope of the gospel, while also offering resources, guidance and a compassionate presence.
TRU believes that true transformation occurs through the process of making disciples of Jesus. This perspective is rooted in the idea that a deep, personal relationship with Jesus can lead to significant changes in one's character, values, and life direction creating a ripple effect in the community.
TRU is dedicated to honesty and upholds unquestionable character by encouraging each member of our community to embody Integrity, accountability, and respect.
TRU is a holistic ministry addressing the physical, social, and spiritual needs of those we serve, expectant of transforming their condition of life.
” Growing impact, year by year, street by street. “
One boy’s story sparked a movement of hope.
John Kung'u begins work with street boys.
Maxwell family moves to Kenya for ministry.
Outreach expands into Western Kenya region.
Tyler Maxwell joins John; 50 kids reached.
TRU founded; new programs and outreach begin.
First boys rescued; 200+ kids reached.
TRU Center opens; outreach expands to Ruiru.
First two boys graduate with skilled trades.
Community work begins to prevent homelessness.
Covid response feeds 6,000+ in crisis.
TRU team grows; 500+ kids ministered to.
Outreach expands to girls and new areas.
Capital campaign begins to purchase property for a training center for street kids.
More than 600 boys and 70 women are being ministered to throughout the month.
TRU's team grows to more than 16 people, allowing TRU to start a women discipleship program.
A diverse, Christ-centered team united by purpose, using unique gifts to bring love, hope, and transformation to Nairobi’s streets.
Stories of transformation—voices from the community sharing how TRU’s love, outreach, and faith have impacted their lives forever.
We were affected deeply by seeing the ministry first hand and the level of need. Our hearts were strengthened by meeting the young people whose lives were drastically changed by God through TRU’s Ministry.
Through TRU, we witnessed lives renewed - ours and theirs. Compassion grows, perspectives shift, and new purpose ignites, as love and care bring hope and healing to all who are a part of this ministry.
"Witnessing TRU's work firsthand moved us deeply—bringing love, hope, and transformation to vulnerable youth right in their community."
" We witnessed God’s love in action—lives transformed, hope restored, and hearts inspired to support TRU’s mission of lasting change."
" TRU ignites hope in street girls—restoring dreams, healing hearts, and proving God hears every cry through love and transformation. "
Transform. Restore. Unite