Help vulnerable children go to SAMaritan Schools!

Three real life stories from children supported by SAM schools.

Every child has their own story.

Some children have lost their parents, other children have been abandoned by their father or mother or both parents. Their situation is one of desperation. There is no one to take care of them, let alone give them the chance to go to school and get an education.

Thanks to your contributions children can go to school! To our primary school, secondary school and vocational school. Each child is also given the opportunity to follow a vocational training. The children live on our campus. They get a high standard education as well as healthy nutritional meals, medical help and the love and attention that they so desperately need.

Let me now introduce you to 3 very different children:

M is a very cheerful little 4 year old. She has been through a lot in her young life. She does not know whom her father is. Her mother was raped in one of the suburbs of Kampala. She had fled from South Sudan and is now living with relatives. She has very limited resources and very little money. She lives on refugee aid and as yet has not found a job. This leaves her unable to care for M and her other children. M is now at the SAMaritan Day Care and Kindergarten school.

G: When she was just 2 years old her father died of malaria. Her mother could not take care of her properly and they went to live with her grandparents. After a while her mother met a new boyfriend and abandoned G, leaving her with her grandparents. G is now 9 years old and has never been able to go to school because her grandparents could not afford the school fees. Her aunt contacted our Organisation in Uganda, Children’s Welfare Mission (CWM), to see if we could help G. We couldn’t refuse and now G is a happy playful 9 year old again and she really loves going to the Samaritan Primary School and having lots of friends.

Daglous (he has given us permission to use his name)

He was born in December 2000. His parents died of HIV before he was two years old. His grandparents took care of him but could not pay for his education. They came in contact with CWM and asked for help. When he was 8 he joined the Samaritan Primary School.

He writes: “Hello My name is Daglous, I am 22 years of age now.

I joined CWM in 2008 in primary one, and in that period I learnt a lot and later in primary four in 2012 I joined the CWM children’s choir where we travelled in different parts of Netherlands singing and dancing, in the same year I met a beautiful couple who were interested in me being their sponsor child, I was so happy but at the same time really shy!

Later in 2015 I did my Primary leaving examinations PLE then I joined NSVS, the secondary school on the campus, where I did Art, Carpentry and Joinery and I also achieved my UCEs, then I was then given the opportunity to join YMCA where I did a 2 year course in Industrial Art and Design because that’s where my passion and talent lies.

In that period, I decided to make an abstract painting representing an African man playing a guitar , I gave it different fading colours in the background, because you can’t predict the future.”

(He donated this picture to us and it raised an amazing €360 at auction for CWM, that other needy children could he helped!)

 Message from the new Chairman of Kinderhulp Afrika (KHA) Xander Rijken:

“Right now my heart is bleeding. I read the story of G and then I think of my own children. They recently went back to school. How poignant to realize that G never had this chance. That hurts.

We want to give children like G a chance!

Together with you, our GlobalGiving friends and other donors! If this girl does not go to school, there is no future for her. The reality in Uganda is harsh. No degree means no work. How is she ever supposed to take care of herself and her family? It touches me... It feels so unfair. Fortunately, it's not too late!! 

I am very grateful that we have a primary school, secondary school and vocational school in Uganda, where G can go. I like to look ahead. Wouldn't it be great if in a few years' time she had a degree, was happy and had a bright future? I believe it can be done! Together with donors and sponsor parents who want to support this girl!”

KHA Sponsor program Will you help change a child's life?

We believe in a child's future. Give a child a future.

Would you like to think about becoming a sponsor parent? For a fixed amount per month you make it possible for a child to go to school and receive all the care that is needed. For a child, a sponsor parent means a lot. Often, they no longer have a father or mother. You can therefore stand next to them. You will receive letters, emails and even videos from your sponsor child. You will see with your own eyes the impact your contribution has!”

 You can sponsor a child in the following ways:

• For € 75,00 a month you finance the total care for a child.
• For € 37,50 we will search a second sponsor parent for the same child.

You can do this by giving a regular monthly donation on https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/vulnerable-children-pre-primary-school-uganda/

Or  go to  www.kinderhulp-afrika.nl/en/sponsor-a-child/sponsor-a-child

Thank you!

We hope you have enjoyed reading these real life stories of M, G and Daglous. 

Thank you very much for your support!

If you can’t give now, we completely understand, and would be grateful if you can help us by sharing the link and telling your friends about the work we are doing and all that we are achieving in Uganda.

Please visit our website for more information and regular updates: https://www.kinderhulp-afrika.nl/en/

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the office via the website or myself personally, jill@kinderhulp-afrika.nl, I would love to hear from you. 

Our motto: “FROM HELPLESS TO HOPEFUL”!

On May 13^th we held a party to celebrate 35 years of the Charity “Kinderhulp Afrika” read on to find out more.

 Update from the Samaritan Schools.

But first news from the Samaritan Schools, The Samaritan Day Care & Kindergarten - SAM and the Samaritan Primary School – SPS.

The children returned in April to start their second term. Currently in there are 65 children in SAM in 3 classes. 10 of these children are fully sponsored by our child sponsorship program. In the Baby class there are 16 little ones of which 1 is sponsored. In the Middle class there are 26 young children of whom 4 are sponsored and the Top class there are 23 pre-schoolers of whom 5 are sponsored.

These children all receive a range of developmental activities and care tailored to their individual needs  with the focus on educational games and early language, reading and counting skills preparing them Primary School education.

In SPS there are currently 337 children in 7 classes of which 97 are supported by the sponsor program. These children receive top quality education from our dedicated team of staff with the aim of helping each child develop to their full potential. To learn more about our sponsorship program click here: https://www.kinderhulp-afrika.nl/en/sponsor-a-child/sponsor-a-child

Your contribution makes a difference in a child's life!

The secondary school students have made a promotional film for their school. Let yourself be carried away by their enthusiasm, dance, and the song they wrote themselves. Anyone who was on the anniversary day has already been able to enjoy this video.

Promo Namugongo Secondary and Vocational School - YouTube

35 years ago...

35 years ago, Mathijs Piet received a phone call from Canada. A Ugandan choir of young children with their teachers and escorts were travelling through North America, singing and raising money for their school. Their visas were about to expire but the children could not return to Uganda as war had broken out..
Mathijs did not hesitate and, together with others, he did everything possible to get the children to the Netherlands. The children were given shelter, received support and education from their teachers. The choir continued giving concerts in the Netherlands to raise awareness of their plight. But the story it didn't stop there in fact it had only just begun…

Hearts were touched by the enormous need in Uganda. A step of faith was taken and 25 hectares of land in Namugongo was purchased. A building was erected with dormitories and a classroom to accommodate the thirty orphans.

It started as a dream. Now 35 years later, a preschool, a primary school, a secondary school, a vocational school and a clinic are located on the same site. It has become a vibrant bustling campus. More than a 1000 children live there! They are cared for and more importantly they receive a good education, giving them a chance of a better future! Our Motto: “From Hopeless to Hopeful.”

After 35 years, Mathijs Piet stepped down from his position of Chairman of  the board of directors at Kinderhulp Afrika and handed over his baton to Xander Rijken. We are very thankful to Mathijs and his wife Willemijn for all they have done for these vulnerable children. They really have gone beyond the call of duty.

 Anniversary celebration.. one big party!

We look back on a wonderful day and are very grateful that we were able to celebrate 35 years of Kinderhulp Afrika with more than 200 many people. We are also grateful for many people who are involved with the children in Uganda and in Europe, Sponsor parents, friends, volunteers... they (you) all make a difference in a child's life!
During the festive day there was an auction, all kinds of products and activities were sold. One of the board of directors, Vincent, cycled no less than a 100 kilometers on stage during the ceremony and raised more than €600! All in all we raised an amazing amount of € 11,000 which means we can continue to investing in the children! Thanks to everyone who contributed to this.

 Royal recognition!

During the ceremony the mayor of Aalsmeer had a totally unexpected surprise for  Mathijs Piet. He was decorated 10 years earlier becoming a member of the Order of Oranje Nassau, but he had to hand in this accolade as he was awarded a Knighthood! Earlier this year another board member, Arjan van der Kraan, was also recognised for 25 years faithful service,  and decorated in the Kings honours list becoming a member the Order of Oranje Nassau.

Thank you!

We hope you have enjoyed reading this update and will look out for our regular updates from SAM and SPS throughout the year.

 Thank you for your support and continued interest for our work in Uganda. We would be grateful if you can help us by sharing the link and telling your friends about the work we are doing and all that we are achieving in Uganda. You can visit our website for more information and regular updates: https://www.kinderhulp-afrika.nl/en/

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the office via the website or myself personally, jill@kinderhulp-afrika.nl. I would love to hear from you.