Child Protection Congo, Democratic Republic of the Project #71109

Help Feed War-Affected Children in Goma

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Project Report | Apr 5, 2026
Feeding Hope for Goma's Children

By PASCAL NIYONZIMA | CORDINATOR

1. Humanitarian Context

In Goma, thousands of children are living in extremely difficult conditions. Years of armed conflict in North Kivu have weakened families, destroyed livelihoods, and worsened food insecurity.

In many households, even one meal a day has become a luxury. Children go to school hungry—or stop going altogether. This reality not only affects their health but also their ability to learn and dream of a better future.

2. Project Overview

The project “Help Feed War-Affected Children in Goma” aims to respond to this urgent need by establishing school canteens in public primary schools.

The goal is simple but essential:

Provide one hot, nutritious meal per day to each child
Encourage school attendance
Improve concentration and academic performance
Restore dignity and hope to children affected by conflict

The project relies on a local approach, using locally sourced food and engaging community volunteers.

3. Main Objectives

Reduce hunger among schoolchildren
Improve school access and retention
Support vulnerable families
Stimulate the local economy through food procurement
Contribute to long-term social stability

4. Beneficiaries

Direct beneficiaries include:

Children in public primary schools in Goma
Displaced and low-income families

Indirectly, the entire community benefits through strengthened social cohesion and support for local producers.

5. Budget and Funding Status

The total project budget is estimated at $10,000 USD.

So far, thanks to collaboration with GlobalGiving, $21 has been raised.

Although this amount is still modest, it represents an important first step. It reflects donor trust and marks the beginning of a growing wave of solidarity that we strongly believe will reach our goal.

6. Project Status

The project is currently in its preparation phase:

Identification of partner schools
Selection of facilitators and local teams
Identification of beneficiaries (students)
Organization of canteen logistics

The official launch is scheduled for November 2025.

7. Expected Results

Hundreds of children receiving daily meals
Improved school attendance
Better concentration and academic performance
Reduced child malnutrition
A lasting positive impact on children and the wider community

8. Long-Term Impact

Feeding a child is more than meeting an immediate need.
It gives them the strength to learn, grow, and build their future.

This project is part of a sustainable vision:

Breaking the cycle of poverty
Strengthening community resilience
Investing in a generation capable of rebuilding the region

9. Call to Donors

Today, we make a sincere and urgent appeal to all people of goodwill.

Every contribution, no matter how small, can make a difference:

1 donation = 1 meal
1 meal = 1 child learning
1 educated child = a transformed future

With your support, and through our partnership with GlobalGiving, we are confident that we will achieve our goal. Together, we can change lives.

10. Acknowledgements

We express our deepest gratitude to all donors who have already supported this project. Your generosity brings hope to these children.

Thank you for believing in this cause. Thank you for being part of this mission.

Together, let’s feed hope and build a brighter future for the children of Goma.

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Nov 28, 2025
Hope and Meals for Goma's Children

By PASCAL NIYONZIMA | CORDINATOR

Project Presentation Report

1. Context and Justification

In the city of Goma, North Kivu, children have been living for years under the weight of armed conflict, displacement, and severe food insecurity. Many go to school on an empty stomach, while others drop out entirely because their families can no longer meet their basic needs.
Faced with this reality, our initiative aims to provide more than food: it seeks to restore dignity, stability, and hope to vulnerable children.

2. General Objective

To establish school canteens in public primary schools in Goma, offering one daily hot and nutritious meal to children affected by war and hunger.

3. Specific Objectives

Fight hunger among schoolchildren.
Improve attendance, concentration, and academic performance.
Support the local economy by sourcing food from local producers and vendors.
Strengthen the resilience of families and schools facing ongoing crises.

4. Project Progress

Our partnership with GlobalGiving is active, giving us international visibility and a transparent donation mechanism.
So far, 20 dollars have been collected. This first contribution, though modest, marks the beginning of a growing chain of solidarity.
We are currently identifying trainers, volunteers, and beneficiaries who will participate in the implementation of the school canteens.
Official project activities are scheduled to begin in November 2025.

5. Overall Budget

The total projected budget for this initiative is 10,000 dollars.
This funding will cover essential needs for the launch and initial operation of the canteens: food supplies, basic kitchen materials, volunteer training, and essential logistics.

6. Expected Impact

Well-fed children who can concentrate and follow lessons in better conditions.
Reduced school dropout rates.
Stronger community ties through local volunteer and supplier involvement.
Long-term improvements in the well-being and future prospects of hundreds of vulnerable children.

7. Call to Donors

We extend a sincere appeal to all individuals, organizations, and partners who care about the well-being of children.
Every contribution—large or small—represents a meal, a smile, and a renewed chance for a child in Goma to believe in their future.

Through GlobalGiving, your donation is secure, transparent, and directly impacts the children we serve. Together, we can reach—and surpass—the 10,000-dollar goal and transform lives.

8. Acknowledgments

We express our heartfelt gratitude to our first donors who have already supported this project. Your contribution is the foundation of an initiative that will bring lasting change to many children.
We also thank GlobalGiving for its trust, its support, and its platform that allows us to envision the successful achievement of our goals.

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