Celebrating a legacy of faith, healing and compassionate care

Chogoria, Tharaka Nithi County, Kenya | November 2026

PCEA Chogoria Hospital has been recognised by Christianity Today with the 2026 Compassion Award, celebrating the hospital’s unwavering commitment to providing quality healthcare and extending compassion to communities in need.

This prestigious recognition shines a spotlight on the dedication of our healthcare professionals, the resilience of our institution and the enduring Christian mission that continues to guide our service to humanity.

A Mission Rooted in Compassion

Established more than a century ago, PCEA Chogoria Hospital has grown into a leading faith-based healthcare institution serving communities across the Eastern Region of Kenya and beyond.

Located on the slopes of Mount Kenya, the hospital continues to provide essential and specialised medical services to patients from diverse backgrounds, including those facing significant economic and social challenges.

Our mission remains clear: to provide quality, affordable and comprehensive healthcare services and training of health professionals to the glory of God.

The Christianity Today recognition reflects this commitment, highlighting the hospital’s determination to uphold its calling even in the face of financial pressures, resource constraints and the growing healthcare needs of the communities it serves.

Compassion Beyond Medical Treatment

At PCEA Chogoria Hospital, compassion is more than a guiding principle. It is reflected in the everyday experiences of patients and their families.

From the Intensive Care Unit, where dedicated teams work tirelessly to save lives, to the outpatient clinics where patients receive ongoing support, our staff demonstrate that healthcare extends beyond medical procedures.

It is about listening, encouraging, walking alongside patients and ensuring that every person is treated with dignity.

In its feature, Christianity Today highlighted the hospital’s longstanding commitment to HIV care, including the dedication of healthcare workers who follow up with patients in their communities when they miss appointments or medication refills.

These acts of care demonstrate the profound difference that compassion, consistency and human connection can make in the lives of patients.

Faith and Resilience in Challenging Times

The recognition comes at a time when healthcare institutions continue to navigate significant operational and financial challenges.

Despite funding constraints, drug shortages and reimbursement challenges, PCEA Chogoria Hospital remains committed to its mission of delivering quality and affordable healthcare.

Our leadership, healthcare professionals, support teams and partners continue to work together to ensure that the needs of patients remain at the centre of our decisions.

Through prayer, teamwork, innovation and responsible stewardship, the hospital continues to find ways to serve its community while investing in the future of healthcare.

The hospital’s commitment to training family medicine residents further reflects its dedication to strengthening healthcare delivery, particularly in rural and underserved communities.

A Recognition Belonging to All of Us

This Compassion Award is a celebration of everyone who has contributed to the journey of PCEA Chogoria Hospital.

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to:

• Our dedicated doctors, nurses, clinicians and healthcare professionals.
• Our support staff and administrative teams whose work keeps the hospital running.
• Our leadership for providing direction and stewardship.
• Our partners, donors and well-wishers for their continued support.
• The Presbyterian Church of East Africa and the wider faith community.
• Our patients and the communities who continue to place their trust in us.

Every act of kindness, every life touched and every patient served has contributed to this remarkable achievement.

Continuing to Care with Love

As we celebrate this recognition, we remain mindful that the true measure of compassion is not found in awards alone, but in the lives we touch every day.

The Christianity Today Compassion Award encourages us to remain steadfast in our mission, strengthen our commitment to patient-centred care and continue serving those who need us most.

We thank God for His grace, our staff for their dedication, our partners for their support and our community for its continued trust.

Together, we will continue to provide quality, affordable and compassionate healthcare, giving hope and healing to every life we serve.

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Read the full Christianity Today feature:
Compassion Award: Faced with USAID Cuts, This Hospital Runs on Prayers

Article by Emily Belz, Christianity Today.

An evening of gratitude, partnership and renewed commitment to giving hope beyond cancer.

PCEA Chogoria Hospital hosted the Walk-in for Hope Gala Dinner 2026 on 30th October 2026, bringing together valued partners, sponsors, guests and well-wishers in a memorable evening dedicated to supporting cancer care and restoring hope to patients in need.

The gala dinner marked an important milestone in the hospital’s ongoing commitment to making quality cancer care more accessible, particularly for patients facing financial and other challenges in their treatment journey.

A Shared Vision of Hope Beyond Cancer

Since the inception of the Walk-in for Hope initiative, the generosity and commitment of partners, sponsors, donors and the wider community have played a significant role in strengthening cancer care at PCEA Chogoria Hospital.

Every contribution, partnership and gesture of support has helped advance the initiative’s mission of supporting patients in need of quality treatment and compassionate care. The continued support has demonstrated the power of collective action in addressing the challenges faced by individuals and families affected by cancer.

The 2026 gala dinner provided an opportunity to celebrate this shared journey, appreciate the people and organisations behind the initiative, and renew the commitment to ensuring that more patients can access the care they need.

Celebrating Our Partners and Well-Wishers

The evening was a celebration of the invaluable support received from individuals and organisations who have believed in the Walk-in for Hope vision.

PCEA Chogoria Hospital extends its heartfelt gratitude to all sponsors, partners, guests and well-wishers who joined the gala dinner, both physically at the venue and virtually.

Their presence, generosity and continued partnership remain instrumental in advancing the hospital’s cancer care mission. Every act of support is a reminder that meaningful change is possible when communities come together with a common purpose.

The hospital also recognises the dedication of its staff and all those who continue to contribute to the success of the initiative.

More Than Raising Support

The Walk-in for Hope initiative represents more than fundraising. It is a commitment to restoring hope, touching lives and creating opportunities for patients to receive quality cancer care with dignity and compassion.

Through the Cancer Care Fund, the initiative seeks to support patients whose treatment journeys may be affected by financial constraints, ensuring that the fight against cancer is not faced alone.

The 2026 gala dinner reaffirmed the importance of partnerships and community support in building a future where more patients can access essential cancer care services.

Together, We Give Hope

As PCEA Chogoria Hospital reflects on the success of the Walk-in for Hope Gala Dinner 2026, the hospital remains deeply grateful to everyone who has walked this journey with us.

Your generosity continues to make a lasting difference in the lives of patients and families affected by cancer.

Together, we are not only raising support; we are restoring hope, touching lives and making quality cancer care more accessible.

This goes beyond giving hope. It is about making a difference, one life at a time.