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About

Jacinta loves English and writing. She comes from an extremely poor family in which she would be the first to graduate high school. She hopes to overcome the generational barrier and needs support.

Where your donation goes

Total $600
  • Food
    $50
  • School Supplies
    $50
  • Boarding Fees
    $200
  • Tuition
    $300

Jacinta's Funding history

Year Grade Receipt Status
2026 Form 4
2025 Form 3
2024 Form 2
2023 Form 1

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Nicole
Tue, January 27 at 12:47 am GMT
Jacinta, I heard that you have graduated! Congratulations! I am so happy for you. I wish you all of the best in life and that all of your dreams come true very soon. I am sure your persistence and confidence and hard work has inspired many young people. I know you have inspired me! Thank you for caring about animals and nature. I am sure you and I would have enjoyed many conversations about animals and nature if we had met at your school. Congratulations on your graduation!
Jacinta
Wed, September 25, 2024 at 6:26 pm GMT
Hello, I’m Jacinta Nelima, a Form 3 student at Wema Children's Centre. I am incredibly thankful for your support, which allows me to attend school and pursue my dreams. The school provides a wonderful environment for learning and personal growth. I am passionate about the environment and hope to become an environmental scientist in the future to help protect our planet. Your kindness inspires me to work hard every day. Thank you!
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