When Sylvia came to Kasisi, she was just two months old and weighed only 2 kilograms. She had lost her mother, and none of her relatives took on the responsibility of caring for her. She was found neglected and alone, in desperate need of care and love. We immediately welcomed her into our House of Hope, reassuring her that she is important and loved. Once her condition improved, she moved into a room with other young children. But it wasn’t easy at first. Sylvia cried a lot. We quickly realized that it wasn’t just the change of environment that caused her distress. Health issues resurfaced, making every day a struggle for survival. But we didn’t give up. We tackled every problem with determination and dedication. Today, Sylvia is a lively and smiling girl. At Kasisi, she has found not only a roof over her head and care but also a family that loves and supports her. Although her beginnings were tough, looking at her now, we are proud of who she has become.
A school kit includes notebooks, allowing children to study at home. It also includes a pair of shoes, which, if not for Kasisi, they would have to borrow from their siblings. And finally, a delicious, healthy sandwich in the backpack, which gives them the energy they need for their studies. Just like the sandwich their mother would prepare. You can pack one into their backpack today—from right here, from your own home.