Education Sponsorship Program
Overview
The Education Sponsorship Program is one of the core projects of Lift Them Up Foundation (LITU). The program is designed to support vulnerable children by giving them access to quality education, health services, and a safe learning environment.
Through this program, children receive the care, support, and opportunities they need to grow academically, emotionally, and socially while developing their unique talents. Every day, LITU supports children by providing education assistance, care, and attention while ensuring that they receive meals and a safe place to learn and grow.
Background
In Tanzania, many families cannot afford private school education. As a result, most children attend public schools. Although public education is free, families must still cover costs such as transportation, school supplies, and meals.
Another major challenge is the language transition in the education system. In most public schools, children are taught in Swahili during primary education. However, when they move to secondary school, the language of instruction changes to English.
This creates a significant barrier because students have only a few years to master English while studying complex subjects such as mathematics, science, geography, and history. Because of this challenge, many students struggle academically, perform poorly, or even drop out of school.
Program Objective
The main objective of the program is to find sponsors who can support vulnerable children with education and health services.
Through sponsorship, children can enroll in private schools, where they will:
- Learn English from an early age
- Receive quality education
- Study in a safe and supportive environment
- Be guided throughout their academic journey
- Participate in community activities and personal development programs
This support helps children build a strong educational foundation and increases their chances of achieving a brighter future.
Sponsorship Contribution
Sponsors contribute USD $440 per year (approximately USD $36 per month).
Payments can also be made in two installments:
- USD $220 every six months
The sponsorship covers:
School tuition fees
School uniforms
Learning materials and stationery (books, pens, pencils, notebooks.)
Sponsor Engagement
Sponsors are encouraged to build a meaningful connection with the child they support. They can:
- Visit the child and their family
- Visit the child’s school and community
- Receive regular photos and updates
- Communicate with the child through letters sent via the LITU office
This relationship helps create a strong bond and allows sponsors to see the positive impact of their support
Daycare Education Support
If a child is not yet ready for primary school, sponsors can still support their early development at the LITU Daycare Center. A donation of USD $15 per month helps provide:
- Early childhood education
- Daily care and supervision
- Meals and learning materials
If you would like to sponsor a child or learn more about the Education Sponsorship Program, please contact us.
Lift Them Up Foundation
📧 Email: liftthemupfoundation@gmail.com
📞 Phone: +255 752 212 503
📍 Location: Kikatiti, Arusha, Tanzania