By Joseph Anthony Chukka | Project Leader
Hello Friends and Supporters, Namaste!
Warm greetings from BASS, India!
We are delighted to share the inspiring journey of our Learning Centre for the children of waste picker families in Guntur, from May 2024 to August 2024. Established to provide 50 children with the opportunity for education, our centre has become a beacon of hope in the slum, successfully operating for the past two years.
Our centre runs two sessions daily: 7-8:30 AM and 5-7:30 PM. With the dedication of two passionate teachers, our children not only excel in academics but also acquire essential life skills. Their eagerness to learn is evident as they attend with bright smiles each day.
We are proud to celebrate the success of 40 children who are now thriving in local schools. Their attendance and participation have soared, and they no longer engage in waste picking. Their confidence has blossomed, and their parents have become strong advocates of this educational journey.
The new academic year commenced in the second week of June 2024, and all our children have been promoted to the next classes, showing remarkable progress in their classroom subjects. Our centre provides breakfast and an evening meal to the children. The teachers not only focus on academic education but also guide the children and their parents in life skills.
Unfortunately, from the Last week week of August, severe heavy rains have affected the area, flooding the families’ homes and damaging their living huts. They are now facing a dire situation with no food, water, and lost household items. Many are taking refuge in their homes and our centre. Please help the waste picker families with food groceries and shelter kits.
Despite these challenges, funding remains tight. With just $150 this quarter, every penny has been a lifeline. Your generosity can illuminate the path for these 50 stars.
Please consider making a donation to sustain their growth. Your support is more than a gift; it is a future crafted with care.
Thank you for your unwavering kindness.
Gratefully,
The BASS Learning Centre Team
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