Category: Projects

Sports for all. “Sport has the power to change the world. It has the power to unite in a way that little else does. It speaks to youth in a language they understand. Sport can create hope where once there was only despair. It is more powerful than governments in breaking down racial barriers. It…

Education is important! In Cape Verde, children have access to free and compulsory education for 8 years however, there are obstacles to children’s access to this education. We are very aware that children growing up in poverty and disadvantage are less likely to achieve their potential at school and break the poverty cycle. The obstacles…

2023 CHRISTMAS PRESENT APPEAL!! WE NEED YOUR HELP PLEASE We are so excited to once again be running our Christmas Gift Appeal for a third year running. Nothing brings more joy to a child’s face on Christmas morning than a Christmas gift.  Last year, with your generosity we were able to provide 475 children with a Christmas gift bag, containing an item of clothing, hygiene item and an age-appropriate gift / toy. This was an incredible amount…

Help supply items. It can be very difficult to get basic items onto the island and a lot people just cannot afford the high price tags for basic items like children’s clothing, stationery items and sanitary products. If you have a little space in your luggage to bring some donations with you, they would be…

The primary aim is to provide a few hours of fun, alongside a hot nutritious meal. We provide a big pot of Cachupa with rice (or something similar) packed with fresh vegetables. We are often able to arrange a game of football or other recreational activity for the kids and some social time for the…

Distribution of food parcels to disadvantaged families on the islands of Sal and Sao Vicente. Each package contains enough food to feed a family of four for a week and includes essential food items such as rice, beans, fresh fruit & vegetables and important calcium rich foods such as yoghurt for the children. All food…