Help Feed Hungry Children in Zimbabwe

Hello To Supporters and Fundraisers of Marula School all around the world,

School is going really well, we are at capacity and recently we won a local music competition and as such the children and staff are all on a big high! Our new head of the school has some amazing ideas to help the school move towards becoming financially sustainable however we have a lot of fundraising to do before we can start these ife changing program. 

On September 2nd, we face a critical shortfall in our feeding program for the final term of 2025. The total expenses amount to $3,201.54, covering the wages for our two dedicated cooks and the procurement of food supplies. However, our current funds stand at only $231.76. As a valued past donor, you're aware of the profound impact our program has on the children we serve. We urgently seek your support to bridge this gap and ensure the continuation of our vital work as we are not sure where else we can turn with such short notice, sadly we have lost a local business donation as their business has been forced to close in the current climate. It was so unexpected for us.

Our school in Marula, Zimbabwe, serves as a beacon of hope for now over 250 day scholars. For many of these children, the meal provided at school is their only source of nutrition for the day. One such student walks over an hour each way to attend school, relying solely on our feeding program for sustenance. In addition to daily lunches, we provide weekend food packs and fresh fruit to ensure the children's nutritional needs are met throughout the week.

Every contribution, regardless of size, directly supports the children and helps us reach our goal. We have been beside these children every day because of donors like you and we really do value your commitment and support and we don't take it easy having to write this report. 

A Heartfelt Thank You

Booky

Thank you for standing with us and the children of Marula

Dear friends,

This Monday marked the return to school for the children we support in rural Zimbabwe, and while we’re filled with hope for a productive term ahead, we’re also facing some immediate challenges we need your help with.

With so much uncertainty around the world donations have been on a stready decline. Howeber thanks to your continued generosity and the amazingly people that support us with monthly recurring donations, we were able to settle the outstanding payment to our food suppliers from last term on May 6th. However, because of the delay, suppliers now require upfront payment for this term’s food deliveries. The total cost to cover essential items is $1,983.65, broken down as follows:

• $247.65 for fresh vegetables

• $936.00 for soya chunks, sugar beans, rice, and oil

• $800.00 to pay two cooks for May and June

We’re deeply grateful to our monthly donors—your consistent support has been a lifeline. However, with fundraising a bit slower recently, we’re playing catch-up. To avoid running out of food next week, we urgently need to raise the above amount so we can stay on track, our program has been running for a long time now and Marula Primary School really values your support and dedication to our amazing children.

These children walk up to two hours each way to attend school. For many, the hot meal and snack they receive here is their only nutritious food of the day. Beyond nourishment, your support gives them the motivation to come to class, stay engaged, and build a future that’s full of promise—not poverty.

We know you are doing so much for us and we kindly ask that please consider sharing our project or if you are able to and willing to be able to make another small gift today we really do value every penny. Even a little goes a long way when it means no child goes hungry at school.

Thank you, as always, for standing with us.

With gratitude,

Bookey and Team