Education  Ghana Project #53287

Fund A School to Teach Homeless Children in Ghana

by Action Change (Formerly GVI Trust)
Fund A School to Teach Homeless Children in Ghana
Fund A School to Teach Homeless Children in Ghana
Fund A School to Teach Homeless Children in Ghana
Fund A School to Teach Homeless Children in Ghana
Fund A School to Teach Homeless Children in Ghana
Fund A School to Teach Homeless Children in Ghana
Fund A School to Teach Homeless Children in Ghana
Fund A School to Teach Homeless Children in Ghana
Fund A School to Teach Homeless Children in Ghana
Fund A School to Teach Homeless Children in Ghana

Project Report | Jul 7, 2025
From Chalkboards to Confidence

By Steve | Ghana Pogram Leader

Education isn’t just about textbooks and exams. It’s about dignity, opportunity, and the belief that every child—no matter their background—deserves the chance to thrive. And thanks to your support, that belief is becoming reality for more children in Ghana.

This past quarter, your donations have continued to support our partner schools and community centres across under-resourced areas. Many of the children we serve come from homes where basic resources are stretched thin. For them, access to school supplies, clean uniforms, and a daily meal at school can be life-changing—and you’ve made that possible.

We recently delivered new sets of learning materials to students in two rural schools. For some children, this was the first time they had their own exercise book, pencil, and storybook to take home. The pride on their faces said everything.

Beyond materials, we’ve also been able to support teacher training sessions—helping build skills in child-centred learning, classroom management, and emotional support. When a teacher is empowered, every child in their class benefits. One teacher shared, “I’ve seen my students grow not just academically, but in confidence. They now ask questions, they help one another, and they believe they can succeed.”

That belief is powerful. For a child who may be the first in their family to attend school, it means everything.

We’re also seeing progress beyond the classroom. Several students supported through this project are now entering secondary school—and one, Grace, recently placed among the top five in her district’s English assessment. Her mother told us, “I never thought my daughter would go this far. Thank you for not forgetting our children.”

None of this would be possible without your support.

Looking ahead, we’re excited about expanding access to more students through school partnerships, outreach work, and continued investment in both learning and well-being. We know the journey is long—but with you walking alongside us, the path is full of possibility.

As you may know, GlobalGiving's Bonus Day is coming up from 10:00 AM EST on July 16 to 10:00 AM EST on July 17. One-time donations of $100 or more during this 24-hour period will be partially matched. If you’d like to share our project with someone who cares about education, it’s a perfect opportunity to extend the impact.

Thank you for giving children in Ghana the tools—and the belief—to build their own futures. You’re not just funding education. You’re fuelling hope.

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Action Change (Formerly GVI Trust)

Location: London - United Kingdom
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$1,177 raised of $15,000 goal
 
13 donations
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