By Bushroh Olatunji | Project Leader
CWS 2025 GlobalGiving Project Report
Bringing Christmas Joy to Young People in Correctional Care
This festive season, Christmas with A Smile is preparing to reach some of Lagos's most overlooked young people: children and adolescents in correctional facilities who rarely receive visitors or gifts during the holidays. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we are on track to deliver age-appropriate care packages to residents of the Special Correctional Centre for Boys in Oregun and the Lagos State Children Correctional Centre for Girls on 27th December 2025.
What We've Achieved So Far
Your support has helped us build the foundation for a meaningful December delivery. We have raised USD 450 through local fundraising, mobilised 30 trained volunteers, and secured partnerships with Bakersfield Bakery, Abiboy Foundation, AOK Children Initiative, and the Lagos State Ministry of Youth and Social Development. We have also obtained health testing kits to ensure safe engagement at both facilities. Engagements will run from 19th to 27th December, culminating in our main distribution event.
Why This Matters
For many young people in correctional settings, the festive period is a painful reminder of separation from family and community. One facility staff member shared that residents often feel forgotten during Christmas while the outside world celebrates. Our care packages, which include staple foods, hygiene items, school supplies, and small treats, send a powerful message: you are seen, you are valued, and you matter.
Looking Ahead
With your continued support, we aim to expand our reach in future years whilst maintaining the dignity and quality that define CWS distributions. Thank you for making it possible to bring a smile to young people who need it most this Christmas.
Our next update will follow the December distributions with photos and stories from the events.
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