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From Heartbreak to Hope: Daphine's Story
Darkness
It had been 60 weeks since Covid-19 shutdowns had closed Daphine’s school. The hopelessness was growing as the family sat in silence in their single-room mud apartment after eating their one meager, daily meal. When would the children be able to learn again? Where would Mom be able to find work? If schools did open, how would they be able to afford the fees? What did the future hold for children when the world continually passed them by? The candle flickered and went out; the questions lingered as darkness filled the room.
Dawn
Morning broke as Daphine and her sister swept the dirt floor outside their house. They should have been in school, but schools in Uganda had been closed for over a year. Many families could afford school supplies, tutors, and books to educate their kids from home, but not Daphine’s. They waited, prayed, and hoped the children would be able to catch up when things opened again – whenever that might be.
As the children finished their chores, the local pastor arrived with a visitor. They explained there was a new program for the community. The program would be held at the church, and Daphine and her mom were invited to a meeting to learn about it.
They had many questions. What would the new program be? Should they attend the meeting? Would they be accepted in the program even if they did attend? Despite their reservations, they decided to go. Maybe, just maybe, this would be the answer to their prayers.
Daylight
Morning broke as Daphine and her sister swept the dirt floor outside their house. They should have been in school, but schools in Uganda had been closed for over a year. Many families could afford school supplies, tutors, and books to educate their kids from home, but not Daphine’s. They waited, prayed, and hoped the children would be able to catch up when things opened again – whenever that might be.
As the children finished their chores, the local pastor arrived with a visitor. They explained there was a new program for the community. The program would be held at the church, and Daphine and her mom were invited to a meeting to learn about it.
They had many questions. What would the new program be? Should they attend the meeting? Would they be accepted in the program even if they did attend? Despite their reservations, they decided to go. Maybe, just maybe, this would be the answer to their prayers.
Daylight
It was mid-morning. At the church, Daphine and her mother gathered with 49 other families, most of whom they recognized. The pastor began in prayer and then introduced “Auntie Beatrice.” Auntie Beatrice explained that she was part of an organization called Hope Alive! and that the students gathered there were invited to also be a part of Hope Alive!. The words that came next almost sounded too good to be true. Daphine would be able to go to school when schools re-opened! A sponsor in the US would cover the costs! Daphine’s mom began to weep as she and many other mothers fell to their knees and praised the God that heard and answered their prayers.
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Daphine is not an abstract nor a composite. In April 2021, Daphine and 49 children from her neighborhood were enrolled at our new Kyabakuza (Chah-bah-koo-zah) Site. Monday, November 29, 2021, marks 82 weeks since schools were officially closed in Uganda due to the Covid-19 pandemic that swept the nation. It is the longest school closure in the world.
Daphine and her friends would have received no education during this time, if it were not for the generous sponsors of Hope Alive! For the last seven months, the 50 five and six year-old students have participated in Hope Alive!’s educational programs and received generous food supplements while we wait for schools to re-open. Above all, the children and their families now know hope for a better tomorrow. We praise God that where there was once overwhelming despair there is now hope; where there was once darkness there is now light.
This year for Giving Tuesday, Hope Alive! would like to offer you the opportunity to come alongside Daphine and the 49 new Hope Alive! students at the site as we seek to bring hope for today, tomorrow and eternity. See the panel to the right to learn how you can give hope.
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Daphine is not an abstract nor a composite. In April 2021, Daphine and 49 children from her neighborhood were enrolled at our new Kyabakuza (Chah-bah-koo-zah) Site. Monday, November 29, 2021, marks 82 weeks since schools were officially closed in Uganda due to the Covid-19 pandemic that swept the nation. It is the longest school closure in the world.
Daphine and her friends would have received no education during this time, if it were not for the generous sponsors of Hope Alive! For the last seven months, the 50 five and six year-old students have participated in Hope Alive!’s educational programs and received generous food supplements while we wait for schools to re-open. Above all, the children and their families now know hope for a better tomorrow. We praise God that where there was once overwhelming despair there is now hope; where there was once darkness there is now light.
This year for Giving Tuesday, Hope Alive! would like to offer you the opportunity to come alongside Daphine and the 49 new Hope Alive! students at the site as we seek to bring hope for today, tomorrow and eternity. See the panel to the right to learn how you can give hope.
Join us in giving hope for
Today, Tomorrow, and Eternity.
Hope for Today
The 50 families of our Kybakuza (Chah-bah-koo-zah) Site are in desperate need of some basic items. Your gift of $40 provides one family with a new mattress, or a water filter, or a study light. A gift of $120 provides all three. Our goal is to give all three items to each family. Click here to give any amount towards these basic necessities.
Hope for Tomorrow
43 of the 50 students at Kybakuza still need to be matched with a sponsor. Your commitment to sponsor one of these students for $48/month will provide them with 100% of their school fees, school supplies, school lunches and other educational necessities. Additionally, each student is partnered with a local mentor and programming to help support their social, spiritual and educational goals. Click here to sponsor a student.
Hope for Eternity
Ultimately Hope Alive! desires to see children and communities transformed by the gospel of Jesus Christ. A generous gift of any amount to our “Strategic Partnership” account helps underwrite this work. Click here learn more about Strategic Partnerships and to make a donation.
Today, Tomorrow, and Eternity.
Hope for Today
The 50 families of our Kybakuza (Chah-bah-koo-zah) Site are in desperate need of some basic items. Your gift of $40 provides one family with a new mattress, or a water filter, or a study light. A gift of $120 provides all three. Our goal is to give all three items to each family. Click here to give any amount towards these basic necessities.
Hope for Tomorrow
43 of the 50 students at Kybakuza still need to be matched with a sponsor. Your commitment to sponsor one of these students for $48/month will provide them with 100% of their school fees, school supplies, school lunches and other educational necessities. Additionally, each student is partnered with a local mentor and programming to help support their social, spiritual and educational goals. Click here to sponsor a student.
Hope for Eternity
Ultimately Hope Alive! desires to see children and communities transformed by the gospel of Jesus Christ. A generous gift of any amount to our “Strategic Partnership” account helps underwrite this work. Click here learn more about Strategic Partnerships and to make a donation.
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