Nearly half the population (49%) consists of children under 18 (about 24.9 million). Among these, 3.6 million are orphans or otherwise classified as vulnerable. Oftentimes, these children are taken in by extended families but the capacity of families to care for them is overstretched. For these children, school attendance is a significant challenge due to fees associated with their education journey. While primary school is fairly affordable after the government introduced Free Primary Education (FPE), it is not uncommon for a child to miss school for a week or more while parents or guardians try to gather enough money for a uniform or exam fee. Secondary school is not free. This is the most common barrier with about 40% of dropouts citing an inability to pay fees or associated costs.

We believe every child matters, and as stewards of God, we are committed to offering guidance, inspiration, and hope, especially in moments that seem hopeless, by helping provide access to education. We know that learning doesn’t just create opportunity; it transforms lives, builds confidence, and empowers children to rise into the fullness of who God created them to be.