New project: ‘Donate a Desk’
In our previous newsletter we wrote about the Dutch organisation Stichting DHC, which at the end of April donated 10 mobile waste bins, 20 steel cupboards and 75 school desks and benches to the Redeemer’s Immaculate School, not far from our orphanage. We’ve known the school’s headmistress, Lauretta Agbon (affectionately known as ‘Mommy’), for many years. She is the heart of the school. She is the support for teachers, the trusted counsellor of every pupil and the sounding board for all parents. Thanks to her, the pupils truly flourish, and together they are building a successful future.
This school year there are 739 pupils enrolled, from nursery up to the third year of secondary school. The youngest sit three to a bench, while in the upper classes two children share a desk. On average, each class has 34 pupils. The 75 sponsored desks and benches already delivered have been a huge help. But with so many pupils and the old furniture worn out after 15 years of heavy use, more are urgently needed. That is why we are asking for your help.
The aim of this project is to equip three full classrooms (51 desks and benches for about 100 children) with new furniture, made with wooden tops and metal frames.
As with the earlier furniture, we plan to have our regular contractor in Gambia, Massa Nyang, carry out the work. We feel it is important that the furniture is produced locally by skilled carpenters and welders so that we can help support local businesses and the Gambian economy.
The cost of one desk with bench is €95, including transport to the school.
We would be very grateful if you could help the pupils of the Redeemer’s Immaculate School by sponsoring (a part of a) desk!
You can transfer your contribution to account number IBAN LU42 0030 6563 9934 0000 (BGLLLULL) in the name of Les Amis de Gambie or via PayPal citing ‘Donate a Desk’.
Thank you in advance for your participation.
Mrs Lauretta Agbon (affectionately known as ‘Mommy’)
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