Child Sponsorship:
Once a pupil reaches grade 8 although secondary level education schooling is free it is still a costly exercise buying uniforms, paying for boarding, buying school equipment and getting to and from school. This means that, for many children, their education comes to an abrupt halt. The only option for many orphans or kids whose parents are poor is to apply to Project Luangwa for support. Project Luangwa runs a sponsorship scheme matching local children with individual sponsors. These kids are bright and keen to learn but their home situation means that they would not be able to attend school without help. Their progress is monitored closely and they are offered support and guidance when required. Sponsors of children receive letters and are encouraged to write back and forge a link. This link has been so strong that as this program has progressed, sponsors for dozens of kids who graduate from school have continued to support the young adults through tertiary education.
Project Luangwa annually arranges support for well over 100 children in the area and giving them a chance at a better future. If you would like to sponsor a child please visit www.projectluangwa.org/sponsorship where you’ll find a handbook explaining the realities of the Zambian education system as well as their sponsorship scheme.
