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Raised $108 from 1 donor Needs $0

About

Lydia Banda lives with her mother and two brothers in the village of Matete. Her father passed away when she was young, making it difficult for her mother to provide for her and her brothers. When she's not at school, she enjoys playing netball and reading. Knowing full well that education will allow her to become self-sufficient, Lydia aspires to one day become a nurse.

Where your donation goes

Total $108
  • Tuition
    $45
  • School Supplies
    $5
  • Exams
    $8
  • Program Management
    $50

Lydia's Funding history

Year Grade Receipt Status
2013 Form 4

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Lydia
Wed, May 9, 2012 at 11:16 pm GMT
Dear Sponsors,
First of all, I greet you all. How are you? Back to me, I am very fine.
The aim of writing this letter is that I want to thank you because of the good things that you do for me every time you support me with school fees. You do a very good thing. My parents can not fulfill or even do.
Thank you.
Lydia Banda
Juko Martina
Fri, April 27, 2012 at 6:25 am GMT
Dear Lydia:
I am writing from the US, in California. I hope that school and life are moving forward for you and that this moment finds you happy and healthy.

Thank-you for allowing me to help in some small way toward your success and the realization of your dreams.

Warmly, Juko

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