Ghana Education Costs Increasing

Girl child education was the focus of a recent newspaper article out of Ghana. The newspaper article highlighted the increase in Ghanaian school fees to a level that many families could not afford. Families voiced their concerns about no longer being able to keep their girls in school and were upset with the recent increase in fees. They need our support. The education of a girl is essential to prevent early pregnancy and young marriage. By supporting girl child education WE can make a difference for a family and an entire community. One educated individual can positively affect the wellbeing of others. Education is self sustaining!


Please read the article to get a better understanding of why the education initiative of Project Grow is so essential. It is very interesting and highlights the essence of the fundraiser we have started with Project Grow. Thank you for checking out our blog. Your support is very much appreciated.

http://www.ghanadistricts.com/news/?read=38296

An Update!

The fundraiser has started!


How you can help?

1. Donate!
2. Spread the word around campus
3. Encourage others to donate

Every donation counts to reach our goal of $2000 which will send one girl to school from kindergarten to grade twelve! 

NOTE:

Credit card donations are no longer being accepted at that the drop box but are accepted at the Development Office by phone or in person (UNC 227B with Sharon DeVries)  

The Girl Effect- Why donate?

The Girl Effect is a short clip that emphasizes how education can better a girls life, the health and well-being of her family, and her community. The clip describes the simplicity of what needs to change for these young girls and how education is the basis for this change. 







The Girls in Ghana

Through the efforts of ProjectGrow and community donations over the last few years 64 girls are currently being sponsored to attend school in Ghana. Continuation of past fundraising efforts will allow these young girls to stay in school and receive the education they deserve. The total cost of education from kindergarten to grade twelve is only $2000 including all textbooks, tuition and uniforms. In rural Ghana, boys are often sent to school while the girls are expected to stay at home. This inequality emphasizes the need to financially support girls to attend school and complete their education from kindergarten to high school. 
 

Project Grow is very involved with the education of the girls they sponsor and follow up closely with their progress. One of the most important aspects of this project is that once a young girl has completed her education she is required to give something back to the community in any capacity she is able to. Families are also required to contribute to their child's educations, whether that be providing lunches or providing funds. The need is apparent and any amount raised will greatly impact the lives of these young girls! 

Permission to use photos by Vida Yakong

When does the fundraiser start? How to donate?

The fundraiser runs from November 1st to 30th.
Donations can be made at designated locations around campus. These include:

• Arts Administration Office 270
• Fine Arts and Health Administration Office 323
• University Centre Office 329 with Cindy Bourne
• University Centre Office 227B with Sharon De Vries (located in Student Financial Assistance and Awards). Sharon De Vries is available to take donations directly or by phone if preferred and can accommodate off campus donations through this method. She can be contacted at 250 807 8433.

Tax receipts may be issued upon request for donations of $20 or greater.

100% of donations go towards educating girls! No administration costs!