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After Brenda's family was abandoned by their father, she and her four siblings were raised by their working mother. She became pregnant at the young age of 16, and eventually gave birth to a stillborn child. She had a very difficult delivery and required surgery. She was fortunate to find a clinic in Eldoret that provided the surgery she needed to heal. During her recovery, she dreamed of returning to school to study her favorite subject, English, and become a teacher. She is now a studious member of Class 7 at St. Joan's Academy, and is on track to graduate in 2020.

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Total $500
  • Tuition
    $450
  • Books & Uniform
    $50

Brenda's Funding history

Year Grade Receipt Status
2020 Form 3
2019 Form 2
2018 Form 1
2017 Standard 8
2016 Standard 7

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Brenda
Thu, March 19, 2020 at 4:00 pm GMT
Blessings everyone,
I am finished with Form 3! I want to go to Form 4 and continue to work toward my diploma. I love English and it is my dream still to teach one day. You have helped me so much, god bless your good heart, I am able to get my education to have a better life.
Brenda
Mon, December 10, 2018 at 5:25 pm GMT
Blessings everyone,
I am Brenda studying in Form 1 so I can meet my dream of being a teacher. I still most enjoy English of everything in school. I am so happy to be in school thank you to you. From so far away God bless you if we never meet, you have changed my life. I will not forget you. God bless you and your family. Thank you to you.
Brenda
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