Educate the Future Leaders of Sierra Leone

We are profoundly grateful to YOU - our generous donors whose unwavering support has helped to fuel the transformative journey of education in Africa.

Your commitment has opened doors and ignited hope and ambition in countless young hearts. Through your kindness, you are not just offering financial assistance; you are providing the invaluable gift of knowledge, empowering individuals to shape their destinies and uplift their communities.

Together, we are building a brighter future where every child has the opportunity to thrive and fulfill their potential. Your support is a catalyst for change, creating a ripple effect of empowerment that will resonate for generations. Thank you for your steadfast dedication to making dreams a reality and for being true champions of education in Africa.

We invite you to read the Develop Africa 2023 Annual Report

Highlights of our accomplishments in 2023 include:

- Providing essential school supplies and support to 142 students across various regions in Sierra Leone, including Bo, Makeni, Kamawornie, and Freetown.

- Assisting 11 students in their pursuit of higher education by offering financial support to start or continue college.

- Supporting 8 students in taking the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE).

- Shipping 61 drums of school supplies to schools in Sierra Leone to enhance learning environments.

- Conducting 12 sessions of the Girls & Boys Mentoring Program, empowering young individuals with valuable guidance and mentorship.

These milestones, among others, are a testament to our collective dedication to fostering positive change and empowerment in Sierra Leone.

As we look ahead, we are filled with optimism and enthusiasm for the opportunities that lie ahead this year. With your continued support, we are confident that we can amplify our impact and reach even greater heights.

Your feedback and engagement are welcome, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at GlobalGiving@developafrica.org. 

With warm regards,

Amy and the Develop Africa Team

P.S. GlobalGiving will match new recurring donations up to $200 USD at a 100% rate per unique donor per project from donors setting up a new monthly donation will be matched one-time at 100% after four total payments.

Links:

• 2023 Annual Report
• Empower Future Leaders in Sierra Leone with Education

Emmanuel, Mariama, Mary, and Luke, all recipients of educational support this school year, extend their heartfelt gratitude in a video message:

Hi, I'm Emmanuel. This is Mary and this is Luke and Mariama, who are all beneficiaries of Develop Africa.  I would like to say that I am very thankful for them for their great support in our education because they have been supporting us from previous years until this time. So I want to say thanks to them. Thank you!

Emmanuel has completed school and hopes to start college in the fall.  Mariama is currently enrolled in Senior Secondary School (SSS), Mary attends class 2, and Luke is in Nursery School.

If you haven't already done so, we warmly invite you to consider signing up for a recurring donation. Your continued support is pivotal in sustaining our efforts to nurture the future leaders of Sierra Leone.

We also encourage you to share our project with your contacts and inspire them to join us in supporting the education of young individuals in need. By spreading the word, more deserving students can be empowered with education.

 For any inquiries or additional information, please don't hesitate to contact us at GlobalGiving@developafrica.org.

Warmest regards,

 Amy and the Develop Africa team

Links:

• Empower Future Leaders in Sierra Leone with Education
• Video of Appreciation