Education United Kingdom Project #30650

Aid Children's Health & Education in 5 Countries

by Children's Helpers Worldwide

Aid Children's Health & Education in 5 Countries

Project Report | Mar 26, 2026
New opportunities for children and youth

By Catherine Franks | Founder of Children's Helpers Worldwide

At Stepping Stones's new community centre in China

Thank you very much for your amazing support for the children and young people at CHW's projects around the world.

We are sending you this update from the UK, where it is now spring, a season which symbolises new beginnings. For the children at our partner projects in Argentina, however, it is autumn, but they have just begun their new school year. New and exciting things are also happening at our projects in China and Ghana too and you can read all about this below.

Thank you for making such an important difference in the lives of everyone benefitting from these projects!

New school year in Argentina

In March, the children returned to school after their summer holidays.

Your support has gone towards helping with the care of babies and children, at a residential centre, who have had to be removed from their families, due to abuse and neglect.

An update we received from the home said that the children had enjoyed the holidays, which had included games, outings and also rest. The new school year offers further opportunities for the children's education. The team thanked CHW's supporters for "walking alongside us" in the work to give the children a better future.

Another of our partner organisations in Argentina offers horse-assisted therapy sessions for children and teenagers with disabilities. We are so grateful that, with your help, it was possible to sponsor sessions for this school year for a teenage girl. CHW's supporters have assisted with her sessions before and it is wonderful that she can continue with this incredibly beneficial therapy.

New community centre for migrant children in China

We are delighted to share the news that Stepping Stones, one of our partner organisations in Shanghai, opened a community centre to deliver its educational programmes in a special, dedicated space.

Over the years, CHW's supporters have contributed towards educational materials for the children and we are so glad that your help will continue to allow these children to have access to high-quality educational programmes.

The team at Stepping Stones said to CHW's supporters, "We are immensely grateful for your continued partnership and look forward to reaching even greater heights together [this] year."

New horizons for young people in Ghana

Your kindness and generosity has also been supporting students, who are being assisted by our partner organisation, New Life in Ghana.

Two of the students recently graduated, with degrees in Construction and Technology Management and Tourism Management. Thank you so much for being part of their journey and helping them to have a brighter future, filled with greater opportunities.

CHW is currently supporting three other students, who are studying nursing, education and fashion design respectively. With further, ongoing support, we hope they will be able to complete their studies towards the end of this year.

Derrick, the director of New Life, said that he "truly appreciates the continued support and care shown towards the students' education" by those who contribute through CHW.

A big thank you for providing hope and positive change for the babies, children and students at all of these programmes!

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With thanks to Derrick (New Life International), Sebastien (Stepping Stones) and Verónica (FCDE) for the photos included with this report.

Horse-assisted therapy session at FCDE, Argentina

At Stepping Stones's new community centre in China

Food & basic supplies for student, New Life, Ghana

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Nov 27, 2025
You have made such a difference around the world!

By Catherine Franks | Founder of Children's Helpers Worldwide

Educational programme at Stepping Stones, China

Thank you so much for your wonderful support for the children and young people at Children's Helpers Worldwide's projects. We are so grateful for your help through our page on GlobalGiving.

Over the past few months, your contributions have assisted children and youth at all different stages in their lives.

Your support went towards the cost of care for babies and young children at Manos Abiertas's centre in Argentina. This centre provides a temporary home for small children, up to the age of six, who have been removed from their families due to abuse or neglect. Specialist care is given to these babies and children, who often have complex needs. You are helping them to have a better start in life.

Your kindness also made a difference in the lives of the young children at a creche, called Rooikappie Educare, in South Africa. Our partner organisation, The Future Factory, was able to run a sports skills programme for the children over the past months. Without the help of people like you, these children would not have had access to such a sports programme. It has been very beneficial for them.

You also helped school-aged children in China and Romania. Stepping Stones in China runs educational programmes for migrant children in Shanghai, as well as for children in under-resourced rural schools in various provinces. Your support helped to supply the children with the learning materials that they need for the various programmes, including English, Digital Literacy and Social-Emotional Learning.

You also made sure that the children and teenagers, assisted by Refugiu in Romania, had clothes, shoes, school supplies and school bags, in time for the new school year.

Your generosity has touched the life of a teenage girl in Argentina, who has spastic quadriplegia. She is benefiting from horse-assisted therapy sessions at our partner organisation, FCDE. Your help made it possible to sponsor these sessions, and this has been very good for her physical, mental and emotional health.

Finally, CHW is currently aiming to support five students in Ghana, who are being assisted by our partner organisation, New Life. Donations given through our GlobalGiving page have helped them over the past year and most recently, you supported two of the students. One is studying to become a teacher and the other is at Nursing and Midwifery College. You have helped with their tuition fees and towards their food and other basic needs.

Below is part of an update on the two students' progress, sent to us by Derrick, the director of New Life.
As the students prefer not to have their details shared online, their names have been changed.

"On behalf of New Life International, I am pleased to present this progress report on Abigail and Grace, both of whom are currently in their next to last year of tertiary education. As their appointed guardian and as a representative of the charity responsible for monitoring their academic progress and welfare, I have had the privilege of overseeing their development under your generous sponsorship...

Both young women have benefited immensely from CHW's sponsorship since their first year, receiving support for academic user fees and the food program, which has been crucial for their stability, health, and ability to focus on their studies.

Academic Progress Over the Sponsorship Period.

Abigail has shown consistent growth in her academic work, excelling in core teaching methodologies, child development, and classroom management. She has also actively participated in peer teaching and community education outreach programs.

Grace has developed solid clinical skills, proficiency in nursing procedures, and a compassionate approach to patient care. She has maintained strong grades in core nursing subjects and has performed well during clinical placements.

These results are a testament to their dedication and the stability that CHW's financial support has provided.

Personal Development and Welfare Beyond Academics.

Both young women have displayed maturity, discipline, and leadership qualities. They have: Actively participated in school clubs, groups, and volunteer initiatives; Maintained excellent attendance and punctuality; Demonstrated responsible use of resources, ensuring that your investment is maximized for their intended benefit.

The food program has been instrumental in ensuring their health and focus. Adequate nutrition has not only supported their physical well-being but has also improved their concentration, mental alertness, and overall performance.

Importance of CHW's Support.

Knowing that their tuition fees and meals are secured allows them to focus entirely on completing coursework, research projects, and examinations without financial anxiety.

Upon graduation, both Abigail and Grace will be equipped to serve their communities as qualified professionals - one in education, the other in healthcare - directly contributing to national development and fulfilling CHW's mission of empowering youth through education.

Abigail and Grace have proven themselves worthy of the trust and resources invested in them. They are on track to graduate successfully in 2026 and to become positive agents of change in Ghana.

On behalf of the beneficiaries and our organisation, I extend our sincere gratitude to CHW for your unwavering commitment and generosity. Your assistance is transforming lives and building a stronger, more skilled generation for the future."

In addition to the above projects, your kindness has also made sure that children of all ages have had access to food, as your support enabled food supplies to be bought for two programmes in Romania and South Africa. Refugiu regularly gives food to families in two villages in Romania, whilst The Future Factory is involved with a project that assists communities around Cape Town with meals. Thank you for your help with this vital need too.

We are excited to share with you that GlobalGiving will be partially matching all donations made during Giving Tuesday, a global day of doing good, which takes place on 2 December! This campaign will start from 5 am (UK time). If you would like to make a difference, which will go extra far on that day, please would you consider either making a contribution then or sharing our GlobalGiving page? We will be focussing on a project, supporting ORT SA CAPE's programmes, in Cape Town, to improve the quality of education that children receive in the classroom: https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/education-children-teachers-cape-town/

A big thank you for making a difference for babies, children, teenagers and young people all over the world! We truly appreciate the impact you have made.

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With thanks to Anne and Jill (The Future Factory) and Faranaaz (Rooikappie), Bev (ORT SA CAPE), Derrick (New Life International), Robert (Refugiu), Sebastien (Stepping Stones) and Verónica (FCDE) for the photos included with this report.

The Future Factory sports programme at Rooikappie

Clothes and school supplies at Refugiu, Romania

Horse-assisted therapy session at FCDE, Argentina

Food supplies for a student at New Life, Ghana

Giving Tuesday project - ORT SA CAPE, South Africa

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Jul 29, 2025
Thank you for helping children and youth with food

By Catherine Franks | Founder of Children's Helpers Worldwide

Food supplies for Rooikappie Educare, South Africa

Thank you so much for your kindness and for supporting the children and young people at our projects!

Food is such a basic and vital need. Over these past few months, your help has been assisting children and young people with food in Ghana, Romania and South Africa. We are incredibly grateful for your support.

Below are some more details about the projects you have helped:

Ghana

New Life in Ghana runs various initiatives helping the children and young people in its community.

CHW's supporters have been helping five students with their tuition fees and other costs. It was possible to buy food supplies for all the students at the start of the semester, thanks to your help.

New Life also wanted to give food supplies to a family with five children. The siblings attend New Life's school. Their father has sadly passed away and extra support was needed for the children at this time. We are grateful to all who made it possible to give food supplies to this family.

Derrick, the director of New Life thanked CHW's supporters for continuing to support New Life and expressed his gratitude that CHW could help with the emergency food supplies for this family, in addition to our usual support for the students.

Romania

Refugiu regularly gives food supplies to families living in poverty in two villages in Brasov County. As food prices have continued to rise this past year, we are very thankful to all who make it possible to continue with this programme.

Robert, the head of Refugiu said that the families are so happy to be able to feed their children and he thanks CHW's supporters for all their help.

South Africa

Rooikappie Educare is an early education centre that aims to give the children in its community the best possible start to life. Rooikappie needed assistance with two months' worth of food for the children and we want to thank everyone who helped towards this.

Rooikappie's Principal, Faranaaz, said "It is wonderful that you will be able to assist us with 2 months of groceries... We really do appreciate your assistance."

We were originally introduced to Rooikappie through another of our South African partner organisations, The Future Factory.

Your support has also assisted the food programme that The Future Factory is involved with, giving meals to children and families in underprivileged areas across Cape Town.

Anne, the founder of The Future Factory, said "Thank you so so much for all you do for us as The Future Factory. Hunger remains real. We appreciate you so much."

A big thank you for making such a difference in the lives of these children and young people.

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Thank you to Anne (The Future Factory), Derrick (New Life), Faranaaz (Rooikappie) and Robert (Refugiu) for the photos included with this report.

Food supplies for a student at New Life, Ghana

Food supplies for family at New Life, Ghana

Food supplies for a family at Refugiu, Romania

Food programme helped by The Future Factory

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