School Feeding Program

Our current mission is to give the children of Hope Primary School the thing that every student needs to learn: a full belly. By providing each student food at school, the children will be able to better focus on their studies. With stronger, well-nourished bodies and sharper, well-educated minds, they’ll be ready to lead the way to change in their country.

Well-nourished children have stronger immune systems and fewer illnesses, reducing absence from school. They do not have to walk miles home at lunch to eat and then back to school. They are better able to focus and learn which benefits both their personal future and helps to build the foundation of a stronger, more educated nation. Finally, a child who knows he will receive a meal at school is more likely to attend, reducing idleness and trouble at home.

The parents of these students are willing to contribute whatever they can, which is minimal. They also cook the food daily and provide the labor needed to sustain the program. This is a key component in this program. We strongly believe that the commitment of each parent, no matter how small towards this program brings a healthy balance rather than creating dependence.

What the parents cannot cover is supplemented by outside donations. The cost for each child is $1.00 to provide porridge each morning and lunch every day for a week. There are currently 700 students at Hope Primary School, bringing the total cost of the feeding program to approximately $2,800 a month. The children of South Sudan are hungry for a brighter future. Please help them find it. Use the button below to make a donation today.