The Child Education Support Program by RCAF is a vital initiative designed to ensure that orphaned, vulnerable, and disadvantaged children in the Rweteera community can access quality education without financial barriers. For just $200 per year, a child receives full support for school fees and essential learning requirements, giving them a fair chance at a brighter future.

Objectives

1. Access to Education – Eliminate financial obstacles that prevent children from attending school.

2. Retention and Performance – Improve school attendance, reduce dropout rates, and boost academic performance.

3. Child Protection – Provide safe learning environments and reduce the risk of child labor, early marriage, or exploitation.

4. Empowerment through Education – Equip children with knowledge and skills to break the cycle of poverty.

What $200 Covers Per Child Per Year

• School Fees (primary or secondary education)

• School Uniform (including shoes, socks, and a backpack)

• Stationery Supplies (notebooks, pens, pencils, math sets, etc.)

• Hygiene Kit (soap, reusable sanitary pads for girls, toothbrush, etc.)

• Basic Meals or Snacks (where school feeding is available)

• Monitoring & Mentorship (academic follow-up, counseling, and home visits)

Target Beneficiaries

• Orphaned and abandoned children

• Children living in extreme poverty

• Children in grandparent- or child-headed households

• Children of single mothers without steady income

Expected Outcomes

• At least 95% school attendance rate for supported children

• Better academic outcomes and exam pass rates

• Reduced school dropout and absenteeism due to lack of essentials

• Increased self-confidence and motivation among supported children

How the Program Works

• RCAF identifies and profiles the most vulnerable children through community outreach and partnerships with local schools.

• Donors or sponsors are matched with individual children and receive periodic updates.

• Children are monitored by RCAF’s social workers and education officers throughout the school year.

Cost Breakdown Example (per child/year)

• School Fees: $80

• Uniform & Shoes: $40

• Stationery: $25

• Meals & Hygiene Items: $30

• Monitoring & Admin: $25
  Total: $200

Sponsorship Options

• One-time donation of $200 = One child fully supported for one school year.

• Monthly donation of $17 = Ongoing education support.

• Group sponsorship = A group can support multiple children or a whole class.

Call to Action

Invest in a child’s future. For just $200 per year, you can keep a child in school, safe, and full of hope. Education is not just a right—it’s a lifeline.