Bursary Funds Program
In 2010, Abeingo Association Canada launched a bursary program aimed at helping students facing barriers to education, particularly orphans of HIV/AIDS. This program is made possible through donations, sponsorships and the generous support of Abeingo Canada well-wishers.
The Challenge
Since the implementation of the “Free Primary Education” policy in 2003 in Kenya, there has been a significant increase in children transitioning to high school. This policy was intended to relieve the financial burden of education for families but instead, it has created an increase in the challenges faced by those that reach high school. As many of these students come from poor backgrounds and are often orphaned, the challenge of securing funds to attend high school becomes tremendously difficult.
Abeingo's Solution
The Abeingo Bursary Fund Program offers opportunities for children to overcome their difficult circumstances through education by providing financial support to poor or orphaned high school students in Kenya so that they can successfully complete their high school education. In addition to financial support, Abeingo members also provide crucial mentorship and counselling to recipients of the bursary.
Impact
Since its establishment in 2010, the program has raised over $ 101,000 and awarded bursaries to over 400 academically gifted students in need, including HIV/AIDS orphans enrolled in several high schools across Kenya. These scholarships are not only transforming the lives of these students but also making a positive impact on their communities and future generations. As an organization, we aim to continue this work and we invite you to be a part of it.
Abeingo Bursary Recipients
