Problem

For families facing the constraints of poverty in Africa, school clothes are less essential than the next meal. The direct costs of education, from a uniform and shoes to books and stationery, force millions of girls to miss out on school each year. For a girl from a poor rural family who may only own one tattered dress, a school uniform is not just a requirement, but a key to confidence and academic success.

The Gift

Your donation will provide school clothing for a girl in Africa, helping her secure an education that can make the difference between a life of poverty and a life of opportunity in the rural community where she lives. A new school uniform is the boost in self-esteem she needs to speak up in class and do her best. CAMFED buys school uniforms made by women’s co-operatives whenever possible, so your donation will also benefit the local economy.

Girls’ education is recognized as the single most powerful investment that can be made in developing countries. Educating girls stimulates economic growth, lowers child and maternal mortality rates, and stems the spread of HIV/AIDS. Your gift of $25 will ensure that one more girl is empowered with the knowledge, confidence and skills to make healthy life choices and break the cycle of poverty for herself and her future children.