Educare Fund
Educare Fund supports the education of girls at Secondary School level in Lesotho.
Government funding is available for Primary and Higher education in this country for orphans, as a priority, but many children do not fully qualify for these funds. Secondary education mostly must be paid for by parents. It is relatively expensive, and many girls from poorer families do not get past this level of education, let alone reach university.
In the past, when families had to make a choice, because they could not afford to educate all their children, it was often the girls who had to leave school. Changes in recent times have led to more gender equality in this regard. However, socially women and girls still bear the greater burden/responsibility for raising children and caring for families.
The challenges that lead to girls dropping out of education early are often because of family poverty. The rural landscape makes education even tougher for poorer families; not only can it be challenging to pay for education, but they also must consider travel on top of uniforms, books and exam fees.
How You Can Get Involved
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Join us in our mission to uplift and provide access to education for these deserving young women. Donate now and be a part of this life-changing journey!
Winter Newsletter 2024
Educare Fund is Proud to Announce the Upcoming Registration of Edu-Hope Foundation
A Look Back
in time to the start of the Educare Fund newsletters, completed and shared by Monica herself.
Saving Lives & Building Families Since 1990
Thoughtful Donations
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Fully APPRECIATe your kindness
Milestones
1997 – 1 girl (Monica started the charity)
2001 – 10 girls
2006 – Charity registered in the UK
2010 – 30 girls
2013 – 40 girls and joined Global Giving
2023 – 80 girls now supported
What We Do
The aim of Educare Fund is to support the girls and their families to keep them in Secondary school by paying a proportion of the annual school fees. In this way, we work in partnership with the families, and this gives them a continuing stake in their child’s education. The level of support is determined by the funds available, which also applies to the number of girls supported each year.
Currently, Educare Fund is supporting 80 girls in different schools dotted round the country. The Covid-19 pandemic had a huge negative impact on the economies of the world, but the effect on families in poor countries like Lesotho was much worse.
The compelling reason for supporting only the education of girls currently is that their impact is much higher. Girls, as future mothers can reduce poverty in future generations much more effectively. In giving individual girls, the opportunity to benefit from high school education and beyond, Educare Fund seeks to empower Lesotho women as a group, to the benefit of their families, their communities and the country.
Many of our beneficiaries have over the years successfully finished high school and gone on to complete degree level education
Our Mission
At Educare Fund, our mission is to transform education for young women in Lesotho by providing crucial support to ensure they remain in secondary school and beyond. We believe every girl deserves the chance to learn and develop. By easing the financial burdens of education, we empower families and create brighter futures. Our commitment transcends financial aid; we nurture potential, cultivate resilience, and amplify the voices of young women who will drive sustainable development in their communities. Together, we can break the cycle of poverty and pave the way for future generations.
Become a Sponsor. Get Involved.
At Educare Fund, becoming a sponsor empowers young women to overcome challenges and pursue transformative educational opportunities. Your support directly aids girls in Lesotho by removing financial barriers to their dreams. By partnering with us, you promote education, gender equality, and community development, creating a positive impact that uplifts families and strengthens communities. Together, we can ensure every girl has the chance to learn, lead, and inspire future generations.
