Build a Kitchen and a Dining Hall for 200 students

Jambo,

On behalf of the students, staff, and the entire Ikirwa community, I am writing to share our deepest gratitude for your incredible generosity. Because of your commitment and donations, our dream of a dedicated dining hall has become a vibrant reality.

We are thrilled to report that we now have a beautiful, sturdy structure complete with windows and tables where our students can gather. To see the children sitting together at mealtime, protected from the elements and enjoying their food in a dignified space, is a testament to what your support has made possible. We simply would not have reached this milestone without you.

The impact of this building has already exceeded our expectations. While it serves its primary purpose during lunch, the dining hall has quickly become the heart of the school. Our teachers have begun utilizing the space for lessons, finding that the open environment and sturdy tables provide an excellent alternative setting for group work and creative projects. Most importantly, the children truly cherish the area; it has become a place of laughter, connection, and pride for them.

While we celebrate this massive achievement, our work on this building is not yet finished. The ground floor is designed to house much-needed classrooms and administrative offices, which remain in a "shell" state. To make these rooms functional for the upcoming terms, we still need to complete Interior and Exterior Plastering to protect the structure and provide a professional learning environment. In addition, electrical wiring is still needed to bring light and power to our new classrooms and offices.

Your continued support would be wonderful as we push through this final phase of construction. Every contribution brings us one step closer to turning these empty rooms into centers of discovery and leadership for our students.

Thank you for believing in the mission of Ikirwa School and for investing in the future of these bright young minds. We are honored to have you as part of our journey.

All the best.

Rose Hogan

Jambo,

We are delighted to share the latest progress on our long-awaited Dining Hall, an effort five years in the making and a dream built together with your generosity.

As we enter the final phase of construction, we are working to complete the interior so the dining hall can fully serve our school community. The next steps include installing doors, drywall, and furniture, as well as completing the plumbing and electrical work needed to light up our dreams. With these final components in place, the dining hall will become a true gathering place for everyone.

This moment feels especially meaningful as we reflect on how far we’ve come. The letter you received in 2021 celebrated the pouring of the very first floor. Today, we stand on the brink of celebrating the completion of a beautiful dining facility that will serve our students for years to come.

Our goal is to finish the project by the start of the new school year in January. With your continued partnership, we believe we can cross the finish line and open the doors to a space that will support children for generations.

With Giving Tuesday upon us, we kindly invite you to help us take this final step. Your gift, no matter the size, will go directly toward completing the interior of the dining hall and ensuring our students walk into a warm, safe, fully equipped learning, eating and gathering space in January. Every dollar moves us closer to opening day, and on Giving Tuesday, your generosity can help us unlock additional bonus funds through GlobalGiving, multiplying your impact. Donations up to $2,500 per unique donor, per organization will be eligible to receive Incentive Funds

Thank you for being part of this journey and for helping our students build a brighter future one brick, one beam, and one act of kindness at a time.

Ahsante sana

Rose Hogan

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