Meet Obedi and Amani

Originally from the Democratic Republic of Congo, Obedi & Amani grew up in the midst of a decades-long civil war. When the fighting came to their small fishing village, they decided to flee their home in search of safety. Unfortunately, Obedi was separated from his wife and children when they left their county and would remain apart for over six years. By God's grace, Amani and their three children were resettled as refugees in Akron in 2015 and began the process of building a new life in America while they awaited Obedi's approval for resettlement.

Unfortunately, it would be over 3  years before Obedi was reunited with his family in July 2018. After over six years of living apart as a family, Obedi and Amani knew they wanted to buy a home for their family, but they didn't know what was required. After learning about Legacies of Success, our ministry walked alongside them as they worked hard to qualify for a mortgage to become homeowners.

Since becoming homeowners, Obedi and Amani have enjoyed the stability provided by owning their home. Their affordable monthly payment has allowed them to send their children to a Christian school in the area and help their oldest daughter pursue her dream of becoming a chef by attending culinary school.

Watch the transformation of their home below: