FEED A CHILD TO STAY IN SCHOOL

Executive Summary

During the last four months, Sheepcare Community Centre implemented a structured school feeding intervention targeting vulnerable children at risk of absenteeism and dropout due to food insecurity. The program provided consistent daily meals, resulting in measurable improvements in school attendance, concentration, and academic engagement.Corporate contributions enabled us to deliver direct, trackable impact aligned with Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 2: (Zero Hunger and SDG 4: (Quality Education).

 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Direct Beneficiaries:

• 480 children received daily nutritious meals for the entire school term.

Meals Served:

•  A total of 120 meals served during the last two months .

• Average of 2 meals per child per day we served; 10 O'clock porridge and Lunch.

Attendance Improvement:

• School attendance improved from 68% to  89%, representing a 21% increase among participating children.

Dropout Prevention:

• 0 recorded dropouts among program beneficiaries during this period.

Academic Engagement:

• Teachers reported a significant increase in classroom participation and assignment completion.

Gender Distribution:

• 252 girls

• 228 boys

Cost Efficiency & Resource Utilization

The donations from our Donors on GlobalGiving platform through the campaigns we participated last year and the free will donations from donors who occassioanlly donated to our project on GlobalGiving were allocated as follows:

Average cost per meal: $21.37 

Through bulk purchasing and community partnerships, we maintained cost efficiency while ensuring nutritional standards.

Impact Analysis

Educational Impact

Data collected through attendance registers and teacher assessments indicated:

• Improved punctuality

• Increased concentration span during morning lessons

• Reduced fatigue-related absenteeism

• Higher participation in class activities

Access to consistent nutrition has directly contributed to improved learning readiness and classroom engagement.

Social Impact

• Reduced stigma among vulnerable children

• Strengthened child protection through consistent school attendance

• Enhanced parental engagement in children’s education

 Risk Management & Mitigation

Challenges Identified:

• Rising food prices affecting procurement budgets

• Increasing number of vulnerable children seeking enrollment

Mitigation Strategies:

• Supplier negotiations for bulk discounts

• Diversified sourcing of food supplies

• Improved meal planning to maintain nutritional balance within budget

 Sustainability Strategy

To ensure long-term impact, Sheepcare Community Centre is:

• Developing local food partnerships to stabilize supply chains

• Exploring school-based kitchen gardens

• Strengthening corporate CSR partnerships for predictable funding cycles

• Implementing structured monitoring and evaluation tools for data-driven reporting

Corporate Social Responsibility Alignment

This project directly contributes to:

• SDG 2 – Zero Hunger

• SDG 4 – Quality Education

• Improved community well-being and social equity

Corporate partners supporting this initiative demonstrate measurable social return through enhanced educational retention and improved child welfare outcomes.

 Conclusion

Donor support through GlobalGiving has generated quantifiable impact in reducing hunger-related absenteeism and protecting vulnerable children from school dropout. By investing in nutrition, partners are investing in educational continuity, long-term economic empowerment, and community resilience.We are very grateful to everyone who has supported this project, your generosity has kept a child in school. We kindly request you to help us reach those within your network to help us take this programme to another level and reach to more children.

We remain committed to transparency, measurable outcomes, and scalable impact.

With Regards,

Joshua Omondi Ochieng
Project Manager
Sheepcare Community Centre

Links:

• Our Website

Project Summary

The “Feed a Child to Stay in School” initiative by Sheepcare Community Centre aims to provide daily nutritious meals to vulnerable and underprivileged children enrolled in our community school. Many of these children come from low-income households within the informal settlements of Nairobi, where food insecurity is a major challenge. By ensuring that each child receives at least one balanced meal a day, we are not only nourishing their bodies but also fueling their dreams and improving school attendance, concentration, and performance.

Project Achievements

During the last 4 months, we have seen the project make tremendous progress:

1. Meals Provided:
   Over 28,000 nutritious meals were served to more than 300 children across our Early Childhood, Primary, and Junior Secondary sections, both 10 O’clock porridge and Lunch.
2. Improved School Attendance:
   School attendance has increased by 38%, our teachers have noted that absenteeism due to hunger has drastically reduced.
3. Improved Academic Performance:
   Our teachers have reported improved focus and participation in class, especially during morning and afternoon lessons.
4. Partnership Support:
   Through your support on GlobalGiving, and local partnerships like KAPU Africa, we have been able to purchase key food supplies ;maize flour, rice, beans, cooking oil, and vegetables, ensuring meal consistency throughout the term.

Challenges Faced

While we have made progress, a few challenges persist:

• Rising Food Costs: Inflation continues to impact the cost of essential commodities, limiting the number of meals we can serve.
• Storage Capacity: Our current food store is small and not well-ventilated, making bulk storage difficult.
• Limited Cooking Equipment: We rely on a single cooking stove, which slows meal preparation during peak times.

We are exploring ways to expand our kitchen facilities and partner with local donors to address these challenges.

Success Story:

Meet Blessing, a 10-year-old pupil in Grade 4.
Before joining the feeding program, Blessing often came to school on an empty stomach and would struggle to stay alert. Since the project began, she receives a warm plate of rice and beans every school day. Her teachers say she is now more attentive, confident, and performing better in class. Blessing’s smile tells the story of hope restored and it’s all because of the meals made possible by your support.

Next Steps

As we move into the next term in January 2026, our goals include:

• Expanding the feeding program to reach 400 children daily.
• Expanding the kitchen facility to limit the time wastage in preparation of the meals
• Constructing an improved food storage unit.
• Introducing a small kitchen garden to supplement meals with fresh vegetables.
• Strengthening partnerships with local suppliers to ensure cost efficiency and sustainability.

Thank You

We extend heartfelt gratitude to all our donors, partners, and friends on GlobalGiving who make this program possible. Your contributions are not just filling plates,they are fueling education, hope, and transformation. Together, we can ensure that no child stays hungry or drops out of school because of poverty.
Thank you for being part of this journey of change.

With Gratitude

Joshua Omondi

Projects Manager

Sheepcare Community Centre

Links:

• Our Website