Every child who wishes to go to school has to pay school fees and must arrive at school in the proper school uniform. This is really disappointing to most children, and begins the cycle of alienation from their peers, often resulting in depression, unsupervised, these children wander the streets, committing petty crime while their friends go to school.
If a youngster misses the first two years of schooling, it is almost impossible for that child to catch up. And for those who do manage to get a late start, it's an uphill battle as they face the stigma of being aged 8+ and at school with more able 5 or 6 year olds. Inevitably, at a very early age these youth are disadvantaged by the lack of learning making it almost impossible for them to bridge the gap between themselves and their peers - for life.
The Oliver Foundation supports education through 3 organisations:
Zama - An After School programme for the most disadvantaged children living in extreme poverty www.theoliverfoundation.com
Khayalethu - a Home for 20 former street boys www.khayalethu.org.za
Umzingisi a township based Sports Academy www.umzingisi.org
In 2009 The Oliver Foundation raised funds to enable 160 children to go to school, with a uniform, shoes, a ruck sack and fees paid.
In 2010 we raised funds to send 120 children to school and supported after school classes for 150 children every day.
Will you support us in 2011?
£100 will ensure that one child will have the chance of an education in 2011
£10 would provide a meal 2 times per week.
£25 would enable each child to attend Zama After School classes to ensure their well being and creative development.
Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor a child: The Oliver Charitable Foundation gets your money faster and, if you’re a UK taxpayer, Justgiving makes sure 25% in Gift Aid, plus a 3% supplement, are added to your donation.
Give a child the chance to go to school!
