In a heartbreaking turn of events as schools reopen, 20 orphans who are hopeful candidates are on the verge of missing out on education as their sponsors delay support until May.
The Community Change and Transformation Initiative (COTI), known for its dedicated efforts in providing education, essential supplies, and care for children from destitute backgrounds, is grappling with the sudden financial challenges faced by the sponsors.
The Children Protection Department at COTI has revealed that the decision came abruptly just two weeks before the start of term one, leaving the organization struggling to find alternative support.
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The sponsor, facing financial difficulties in her home country, had to postpone assistance of about Ugx16,850,000 until May, putting the education of these vulnerable children in jeopardy.
According to Mr. Deo Mbabazi who is the Director of COTI, the organization is working tirelessly to ensure that the affected children can attend school. He made an appeal to well-wishers and people of goodwill to come forward and support these desperate children.
Additionally, Mr. Mbabazi reached out to COTI’s friends in other countries including Spain, Canada and others who have pledged to contribute some funds to help these children return to school.
This unfortunate situation signifies the broader challenges faced by children’s organizations globally, as some lose sponsors due to unforeseen circumstances.
As COTI strives to secure support for their 20 children, other organizations in Uganda and around the world are facing similar struggles.
Rina’s child village project in Luweero is also looking for 23 sponsors to take care of children rescued from the streets. The need for international solidarity and assistance has become more apparent, calling for collective responsibility to ensure that no child is hindered from attaining education and a brighter future.
To help, kindly reach out to deombabazi@gmail.com
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