By Nambowa Ruth Bulyaba | Executive Director
Challenges and Impact of Limited Funding
We are writing to you today with a heartfelt update on our "Give a Menstrual Kit to Keep a Girl in School" project. Unfortunately, due to limited funding since April 2024, we have been unable to distribute menstrual kits as consistently as we would like.
This has had a significant impact on the girls we serve. Without access to proper menstrual hygiene products, many girls are forced to miss school during their periods, leading to disruptions in their education and a heightened risk of falling behind. This is a heartbreaking reality that we are determined to change.
Looking Ahead: Renewed Hope and Plans for the Future
Despite the challenges, we remain committed to our mission of empowering girls through education. We are actively working on securing additional funding to resume our menstrual kit distribution and expand our reach to even more girls in need. We are exploring new fundraising initiatives, including:
Community outreach and awareness campaigns: We are engaging with local communities to educate them about the importance of menstrual hygiene and the impact it has on girls' education.
Partnerships with schools and organizations: We are building relationships with schools and other organizations to create a sustainable supply chain for menstrual kits and promote menstrual health education.
Grant applications and fundraising events: We are actively seeking grant funding and organizing fundraising events to generate additional resources for our project.
We are confident that with your continued support, we can overcome these challenges and ensure that every girl in Uganda has the opportunity to stay in school and achieve her dreams.
Thank you for your unwavering commitment to our cause.
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