Educate Medical Professionals in DR Congo

Little by little, we are impacting children's lives through education in Rwenena. We have shared stories of individuals experiencing this impact, and we will share more in the future. Little by little, not only the children but the greater community is feeling positive change. And little by little, the children are discovering mutual acceptance, collaboration, and smiles and laughter, leading to confidence and motivation they have never before experienced.

As if to commemmorate the power of incremental change, GlobalGiving is offering a new Little by Little campaign this week, from now through Friday, April 7. For all donations up to $50, GlobalGiving will match them by 50%. Have you considered monthly donations, no matter how small? This is the perfect time to make your support sustainable. New recurring donations will be matched by 200%! This week only, funds will be matched only through electronic payments, not by check. As always, we encourage you to share with others our impactful change. We need more and more donations to maintain and grow our little-by-little overall progress.

How does $25 sound? Other amounts up to $50 are also welcome. For additional donations after April 7, the sky's the limit. Just like our Rwenena Kids, let's continue the journey, little by little. Thank you.

On August 6, 2013, both of Maombi’s parents were killed by rebel forces – two of eight killed that day – in the village of Mutarule. Maombi, then age 9, and her two younger sisters went to live in Rwenena nearly 5 miles away with their only relative, a grandmother. Her grandmother was old, ill, and without money; she struggled to feed the children. Maombi had begun school but stopped attending for lack of fees. As part of a house-to-house visit, the principal of Rwenena Primary School, Isaac, found the family struggling. When a sponsorship opportunity came through this program, Maombi resumed her studies.

Now in grade 5, Maombi ranks 7^th in her class of 25 students. Isaac describes Neema as one who has become “motivated and determined to succeed in school. Teachers appreciate her positive progress and good social interactions with other students. She shows much promise for continued success.” Her grandmother claims that this program “saved Maombi’s life. She is happy to be in school and takes more responsibility with household chores and with the care of her younger sisters.”

Most of the students enrolled in our program would not otherwise attend school without our provisions for school fees, uniforms, and more. Our two after-school programs provide remedial instruction and the joy and friendships of sport. The emergence of confidence and the empowerment of education are tangible.

Thank you for continuing to transform lives in Rwenena. Every donation, however small, helps children like Maombi.