Jacob is the youngest of a family of 6 children. His mother is single and was working for others, doing their wash and gardening, to keep them in a home in Narok. However, during the skirmishes in Narok, the family lost their home and had nowhere to go. Jacob's mother is HIV positive and is now very sick. Her step sister is caring for her and asked CCRC to take Jacob so he can have a better life. He dreams of becoming an airplane mechanic.