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Scholarship Sponsorship Info
- Securing the Future
Secondary Education (High School equivelent) is the key element to reduce the economic and future uncertainty of the people of Riochogu. Unfortunately only students passing a national exam may qualify for secondary education, and only those with access to school fees, which amounts to a substantial sum of money for a person living in Rionchogu, can afford to attend Secondary School. Without high Secondary School test scores college is certainly out of the question. Without education tomorrow will not be different. We refer to this lack of education due to the absence of school fees as the cycle of poverty and illiteracy.
GADL's goal is to make sure that every qualifying candidate has the means to attend and finish Secondary School. For each student entered in our scholarship program, there is a different level of family funding and GAD Kenya financial support that is needed to make this a reality.
An average year of secondary school is available to students at the cost of $350.00 to $600.00 per year. Boarding schools, who's entry fees are the most expensive, have the highest success rate for students passing the exam to qualify for University. Your support of $30.00 a month ensures at least one student the opportunity for a years education
Below you will find a list of candidates that have passed the National Test and have been assessed by the village leadership and the GAD Kenya Board. Without support through assisting with school fees they will remian in the P/I (poverty/illiteracy) cycle. We have listed them in no particular order. All of these students need assistance, however if you find it hard to choose and if you would prefer to make a general scholarship donation pleaseclick here. The GAD Kenya board will use your donation to assist the students according to the urgent needs they asses. For a more personal connection please scroll down through our list of student hopefuls and request that your donation go directly to a particular student. You can choose to fund a year's tuition all at once or through monthly installments. If you are unable to offer a full year's tuition, but wish to contribute to an individual students general fund, you also have that option.
Our Priority Student Scholarship Candidates - Rionchogu
A confession of sorts is due here. We had intended to give the interested potential sponsor a list according to some predetermined priorities which we had envisioned. The truth is that for each of these students the challenges, their past accomplishment or lack thereof and their current status to move forward are closely tied to a restrictive past due to the cycle of poverty and illiteracy we speak of and which exists in this part of rural Kenya. Each student we feature on this site has been approved for support by GAD Kenya and the local leadership in Rionchogu-Kenya. We ask only that you take the time to look through those who are listed and find YOUR connect. We find that most often a particular student will stand above the rest, for whatever reasons, but in the case that chosing becomes difficult, know that each and every one will go forward into a changed life because of your compassion and financial support.
Thank you!
Lilian O. - Candidate
17 yr old Lilian has had a tough few years, she has been sick for a few years and was diagnosed in 2009 with a heart disease. Susequently she missed another entire year of school due to her health issues. While medications have returned her to a level of health that allows her to attend school still her family of peasant farmers do not have the funds. She promises to work very hard.
To donate to Lilian O's educational fund, just CLICK HERE to make a donation on the payment page.
Benard N. - Candidate
15 yr old Benard N is fairly new to our program having joined in midterm this year. His school scores place him the a high percentile making a “B” grade however he was facing the need to quit school due to lack of fees. GAD Kenya interviewed him and his family and agreed to support his efforts with fees. In 2012 Benard will be in his third year and his commitment is high for continued success. He is a member of a family of 9, his parents are both peasant farmers.
To donate to Benard N's educational fund, just CLICK HERE to make a donation on the payment page.
Faith O. - Candidate
Faith is a vibrant 14 yr old young woman who is determined and focused. She does some extra exercise as body building to keep fit and free from disease. The daughter of a single mother she has two brothers and five sisters. She is in the first year of secondary and has not received her test marks for 2011 yet. Her hopes for the future lie in the health field and this depends on her continued education and hard work. Faith promises to do the hard work if given the chance.
To donate to Faith O.'s educational fund, just CLICK HERE to make a donation on the payment page.
Denis M. - Candidate
Age 15, 3 brothers and 3 sisters, parents are peasant farmers. Favorite subject is Biology. Likes to read to improve his English. Ambition is to become a Doctor to treat sick people.
To donate to Denis M's educational fund, just CLICK HERE to make a donation on the payment page.
Phillip N. - Candidate
Age 18. Nankoris's father is a farmer and mother a housewife. 4 brothers and 3 sisters. Enjoys playing football and plans to be a pilot. Phillip is among the first of the Maasai young men to approach GAD Kenya for assistance
To donate to Phillip N's educational fund, just CLICK HERE to make a donation on the payment page.
Dorica O - Candidate
Dorica is new to the program. More information will be available soon.
To donate to Dorica O's educational fund, just CLICK HERE to make a donation on the payment page.
John P. - Candidate
John is among the first of the Maasai young men to seek assistance from GAD Kenya. He is one of thirteen siblings in his house. The family lives in four small huts three with iron sheet roofs. He scored a 'C' grade for the past term but is determined to raise his grades since he has been able to attend regularly with assisted fees.
To donate to John P's educational fund, just CLICK HERE to make a donation on the payment page.
Sylvia O. - Candidate
Age 14 Sylvia is a new student in the program. Sylvia is the eldest of three children whose parents are no longer alive. She and her siblings live with her Aunt who is not married. The land they live on is very poor and does not do well for farming. She will not be able to continue her education without assistance with school fees. She has demonstrated discipline and is willing to work hard for the opportunities ahead with education
To donate to Sylvia O's educational fund, just CLICK HERE to make a donation on the payment page.
Kevin N. - Candidate
Age 13 Kevin Nyambane is very aware of the work of GAD Kenya in the village. He speaks of the better economy due to the cow project and the improved health due to gardening and also the improvement in English among the children. His goal is to become a professional in the medical area and be able to further assist the village with health and education assistance. Kevin expects to score above 440 points on his yr end test which is very high.
To donate to Kevin N's educational fund, just CLICK HERE to make a donation on the payment page.
Valerian O. - Candidate
Agr 16 Valerian is a new student even though she is entering the fourth year of Secondary. She is one of seven siblings who live with their mother. Her mother is a peasant farmer who sells some of her crops at market to support the family. The father is deceased. Valerian's hope is to become a clergy to help guide the village.
To donate to Valerian's educational fund, just CLICK HERE to make a donation on the payment page.
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