Published Sun, Apr 12, 20.
Written by Rebecca Honorat.
Meet Brillaneka
Brillaneka’s family is from Tetebef, a small mountain community near Grand Goave, but they moved down to Grande Goave just before she was born. Her parents had seven children and she is the youngest. She has grown up being a gopher of sorts for her older siblings and she is so proud of the independence she has gained. She is well known in her corner of Grand Goave and regularly buys from the merchants.
Brillaneka’s mom is a skilled seamstress and specializes in making school uniforms and tailoring clothes. Her dad continues to go up to Tetebef on a regular basis and looks after their family garden & his herd of goats. While both parents do their best to keep busy and provide for their family, their income is inconsistent and they struggle to make ends meet. They know that education is important but their priorities (understandably) are food & shelter for their family, and their children have had to take breaks in their education. Brillaneka is a good example of this… she is ten years old and in Grade 2. If she gets any farther behind she will likely become discouraged and be eager to drop out.
Brillaneka is so loved by her family! Helping her to go to school will give her hope… for her, and her family.
Together we can make a difference!
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Change is possible!
Our passion is to come alongside families to strengthen them and empower them to build their capacity in sustaining ways. We recognize that change takes time and too often a child's education is cut short when the family has minimum resources.
You can come alongside a family, and help them achieve financial sustainability, by sponsoring their child to attend Elementary School, High School or Post-Secondary Education.
A sponsored child will have their tuition and fees paid, and be provided with their required text books. Families are encouraged to participate in the education process by providing uniforms, supplies and transportation (when necessary). We believe it is important for families to be part of the process and if they are not financially able, they will be encouraged to participate in our Small Business Loan program.
The cost of sponsorship varies depending on the level of education:
Elementary School: $30/month
High School: $40/month
Post-Secondary: minimum $50/month (depending on career path)
