Build Classrooms and Toilets for 600 Kids in Congo

1. Background and Rationale

In South Kivu Province, access to dignified education remains a major challenge for many children. At Nyandja Primary School, more than 600 pupils are forced to study in extremely poor conditions. Due to the lack of classrooms, children learn outdoors, exposed to harsh sun, rain, and insecurity. The absence of latrines, desks, and teaching materials seriously affects their health, motivation, and academic performance.

These conditions lead to frequent illness, school dropouts, and the loss of future opportunities for an already vulnerable generation living in poverty.

2. Project Objective

The main objective of this project is to provide 600 children with a safe, healthy, and appropriate learning environment, thereby strengthening access to quality and sustainable education.

3. Beneficiaries

• 600 pupils of Nyandja Primary School (girls and boys)
• Teachers, who will benefit from improved working conditions
• The local community, through better education and health outcomes
• Construction of 6 safe and durable classrooms
• Construction of 4 hygienic school latrines
• Provision of desks, benches, and essential learning materials
• Supply of basic teaching and learning tools for teachers
• Immediate improvement in learning conditions
• Reduction in hygiene-related diseases
• Decrease in school dropout rates
• Improved quality of teaching and learning
• Restoration of dignity, safety, and hope for children

4. Planned Activities5. Expected Results

In the long term, this project will contribute to poverty reduction and increased literacy in South Kivu. The children supported today will become empowered adults capable of positively transforming their communities.

6. Budget and Funding Status

• Total project budget: USD 85,000
• Funds raised to date: USD 1

Thanks to our collaboration with GlobalGiving, we are confident that we will reach our fundraising goal. Every contribution, no matter the size, brings us closer to making this project a reality.

7. Project Status and Timeline

The project is currently in the identification phase of trainers and learners.
Project implementation is scheduled to begin in November 2025.

8. Call to Donors

We make a heartfelt appeal to all donors, partners, and people of goodwill: your support can change the lives of 600 children. By contributing to this project, you are investing in education, health, and the future of an entire community.

Every donation matters. Every act of generosity builds hope.

9. Acknowledgements

We extend our sincere gratitude to all donors who have already contributed, as well as to GlobalGiving for its partnership and trust. Your commitment motivates us to continue this mission with transparency and determination.

Together, we can build strong schools and brighter futures.

Project Background:

At Nyandja Primary School, located in South Kivu, Democratic Republic of Congo, around 600 children currently study in extremely poor conditions. The school lacks classrooms, latrines, benches, and teaching materials. Pupils are forced to study outdoors, exposed to harsh weather and overcrowding. This situation puts them at risk of disease, robs them of dignity, and severely limits their chances of learning and succeeding.

This project aims to build six classrooms and four latrines, as well as provide desks and school supplies. More than an infrastructure upgrade, this initiative seeks to restore dignity, ensure safety, and provide hope through quality education.

Project Objectives:

1. Build 6 Classrooms: Create a safe, healthy, and conducive learning environment for 600 pupils. These new classrooms will protect students from the sun and rain, reduce overcrowding, and support better academic performance.
2. Build 4 Latrines: Provide adequate sanitary facilities for students and teachers to reduce the spread of disease and preserve personal dignity.
3. Supply Desks and Educational Materials: Equip students with proper learning tools and furniture, while empowering teachers to deliver quality instruction.

Beneficiaries:

This project will directly benefit 600 children — approximately 300 girls and 300 boys — who will gain access to education in a safe and dignified environment. The improved school conditions will also positively impact the wider community, fostering long-term development and increased school retention.

Long-Term Impact:

Education is a powerful tool to break the cycle of poverty. By offering a secure and well-equipped learning environment, we enable these children to build skills, access opportunities, and become positive agents of change in their communities. This project will strengthen literacy, social cohesion, and prepare the next generation of leaders, doctors, teachers, and entrepreneurs. Every child educated is a step toward a better future for South Kivu.

Challenges and Needs:

The school faces several challenges linked to poverty, inaccessibility, and the region’s fragile context. Many children walk long distances on dangerous roads just to reach the school. The lack of toilets and shelter exposes students to health risks, illness, and school dropout.

Budget and Funding:

The total budget for the project is $85,000. This amount covers construction, equipment, and basic operational support. As of now, no funds have been raised yet. However, with the support of GlobalGiving, we are confident in reaching this goal and bringing the project to life.

Call to Action:

We call upon all generous hearts to support this vital project. Every donation, no matter how small, will help provide 600 children with a chance at a better future. To those who have already contributed — thank you. Your support is changing lives. And to new donors: your help is urgently needed. Together, we can give these children access to safe, quality education and unlock their full potential.

Conclusion:

Education is one of the most powerful tools for lasting change. With your help, this project will create a lasting impact in the lives of hundreds of children. Together, with GlobalGiving, we are building more than classrooms — we are building hope. Your generosity will lay the foundation for a brighter future for generations to come.