Take part to support street Children

Take Part to Support Street Children

Project Report

Organization: Save life make difference

Project Goal: $20,000

Amount Raised: $443

Remaining Amount: $19,557

Number of Donations: 11

Executive Summary

The “Take Part to Support Street Children” project is an initiative launched by Save life make difference to provide urgent assistance and long-term support to vulnerable street children living in difficult conditions. Many children survive without proper shelter, food, healthcare, education, or protection, exposing them to violence, exploitation, disease, and extreme poverty.

This project aims to restore hope and dignity by offering food assistance, temporary shelter, educational support, medical care, psychological counseling, and vocational opportunities. Through community collaboration and donor support, the initiative seeks to help children leave the streets and build safer, healthier futures.

Background and Problem Statement

Street children remain among the most vulnerable groups in society. Due to poverty, family breakdown, conflict, abuse, and lack of opportunities, many children are forced to survive on the streets. Without support, these children face:

Hunger and malnutrition

Exposure to violence and exploitation

Lack of access to education

Health problems and poor sanitation

Drug abuse and criminal activities

Emotional trauma and social exclusion

The growing number of children living on the streets requires urgent humanitarian intervention and sustainable reintegration programs.

Project Objectives

The project seeks to:

Provide emergency food and basic necessities to street children.

Offer temporary shelter and safe living conditions.

Facilitate access to education and school materials.

Improve access to healthcare and hygiene services.

Provide counseling and psychosocial support.

Support family reunification where possible.

Develop vocational and life skills for older children.

Reduce child vulnerability and street dependency.

Project Activities

1. Food Distribution Program

Regular distribution of nutritious meals, clean drinking water, clothing, and hygiene kits to children living on the streets.

2. Temporary Shelter Support

Providing safe accommodation for vulnerable children, especially during emergencies and harsh weather conditions.

3. Education Assistance

School enrollment support

School uniforms and supplies

Literacy and informal education sessions

Mentorship programs

4. Medical and Health Services

The project supports:

Medical checkups

Vaccinations

Basic treatment and medicines

Hygiene awareness campaigns

5. Psychological and Social Support

Professional counseling and support groups help children recover from trauma and rebuild confidence.

6. Vocational Training

Older children and teenagers receive practical skills training such as:

Tailoring

Carpentry

Mechanics

Agriculture

Small business skills

Expected Results

The project expects to achieve:

Improved living conditions for street children

Increased school attendance and literacy

Better nutrition and health outcomes

Reduced exposure to violence and exploitation

Increased reintegration into families and communities

Enhanced self-reliance through vocational skills

Beneficiaries

The direct beneficiaries are:

Street children living in vulnerable situations

Orphaned and abandoned children

Children from extremely poor families

Indirect beneficiaries include:

Families

Local communities

Schools and social institutions

Budget Overview

Activity

Estimated Cost

Food and Nutrition Support

$5,000

Shelter and Protection Services

$4,500

Education Support

$3,500

Healthcare Services

$2,500

Counseling and Social Support

$1,500

Vocational Training

$2,000

Project Management and Logistics

$1,000

Total Budget

$20,000

Current Funding Status

Description

Amount

Total Goal

$20,000

Amount Raised

$443

Remaining Amount

$19,557

Despite generous contributions from 11 donors, significant financial support is still needed to fully implement the project activities and reach more vulnerable children.

Sustainability

To ensure long-term impact, the project promotes:

Community participation

Partnerships with schools and local organizations

Family strengthening programs

Skills development and income-generating activities

Continuous awareness campaigns on child protection

Conclusion

The “Take Part to Support Street Children” project is a humanitarian effort dedicated to protecting vulnerable children and giving them a second chance at life. Every contribution helps provide safety, education, healthcare, and hope to children who deserve a brighter future.

With continued donor support and community collaboration, Save life make difference can transform the lives of street children and help them become productive members of society.

SAVE LIFE MAKE DIFFERENCE Bujumbura Burundi savelifemakedifference@gmail.com Project report EMERGENCY APPEAL In February 2026, Burundi In Burundi , where approximately 7,000 children live on the streets due to poverty, past conflict, and climate-related displacement, several organizations offer direct ways to provide food, education, and shelter. GlobalGiving +4 Where to Give (Verified NGOs) New Generation Burundi: A leading local organization providing outreach, "Road to School" programs, and stabilization centers for street-connected youth. Street Child (Burundi): Implements emergency child protection and school feeding programs. They specifically target high-risk areas like the Buterere landfill neighborhood. Burundi Kids: Operates shelters and focuses on re-establishing contact between children and their families. UNICEF USA: Supports large-scale child protection systems, birth registration (crucial for legal rights), and nutrition programs. SOS Children's Villages: Provides long-term family-like care and community support in Bujumbura. Street Child +7 Impact of Your Donation Small amounts can create significant immediate change for a child in Burundi: GlobalGiving +1 $15: Feeds a street child for one month. $30: Covers both food and schooling for one month. $100: Provides a bunk bed and mattress for two children in a shelter. $300: Funds a microloan for an older youth to start a small business and leave street life permanently. Active Projects Seeking Support The Street Children Center : Great Lakes Outreach is currently seeking funding to build a new safe space and education center in Bujumbura. "Every Child Deserves a Chance": Run by Friends of Don Bosco, this project supports orphaned and marginalized children with education and basic needs. is facing a severe humanitarian emergency due to a massive influx of refugees and ongoing climate-related challenges. Aid operations are currently "stretched to the limit" as organizations struggle to provide basic food and shelter. Critical Needs This Month Refugee Crisis: Since December 2025, over 90,000 Congolese have fled to Burundi to escape conflict in the DRC. The Busuma settlement is currently overcrowded and facing health risks, including confirmed cases of cholera. Food Shortages: Due to a massive funding gap, the World Food Programme (WFP) has been forced to cut daily food rations for refugees by 50%. Child Malnutrition: Burundi continues to have some of the highest rates of childhood malnutrition globally. UNICEF Burundi is actively seeking support to treat thousands of children for severe acute malnutrition. Direct Relief: You can provide immediate life-saving support through the UNHCR Burundi Emergency Appeal, which focuses on shelter, hygiene kits, and protection for refugee families. Medical Assistance: Doctors Without Borders (MSF) is on the ground in the Ruyigi region providing emergency healthcare to the influx of new arrivals. Community Support: GlobalGiving hosts projects that provide food items for thousands of poor families and support for orphans. Long-term Resilience: Organizations like Welthungerhilfe and World Vision are working on climate change adaptation, vocational training, and clean water infrastructure. In Burundi where approximately 7,000 children live on the streets due to poverty, past conflict, and climate-related displacement, several organizations offer direct ways to provide food, education, and shelter. New Generation Burundi: A leading local organization providing outreach, "Road to School" programs, and stabilization centers for street-connected youth. Street Child (Burundi): Implements emergency child protection and school feeding programs. They specifically target high-risk areas like the Buterere landfill neighborhood. Burundi Kids: Operates shelters and focuses on re-establishing contact between children and their families. UNICEF USA: Supports large-scale child protection systems, birth registration (crucial for legal rights), and nutrition programs. SOS Children's Villages: Provides long-term family-like care and community support in Bujumbura. Impact of Your Donation The Street Children Center : Great Lakes Outreach is currently seeking funding to build a new safe space and education center in Bujumbura. "Every Child Deserves a Chance": Run by save life make difference this project supports orphaned and marginalized children with education and basic needs. SAVE LIFE MAKE DIFFERENCE since we start our project $442 raised of $20,000 goal SAVE LIFE MAKE DIFFERENCE Bujumbura Burundi 24/02/2026 savelifemakedifference@gmail.com