ChildFund Distributes School and Baby Kits to Support Children and Re-Enrolled Girls Across Program Areas

ChildFund Sierra Leone, through its Gift-in-Kind (GIK) initiative and in partnership with Lutheran World Relief (Corus International), has distributed school and baby care kits to support girls re-enrolled under the KOICA-funded education project and other vulnerable children across its program areas.

The distribution, which took place on Monday, June 8, 2026, forms part of ChildFund’s ongoing commitment to improving access to education and child welfare services across Sierra Leone. The kits complement learning and teaching materials previously provided under the KOICA-funded project, which over the past three years has supported girls’ education and school retention.

A significant portion of the school and baby kits will be distributed nationwide through ChildFund’s local partners, Daindemben Federation and N’domakeh Federation, reaching children and families in some of the country’s most underserved communities.

Speaking during the handover ceremony, ChildFund Sierra Leone Country Director, Victor Kamara, said the initiative reflects the organization’s continued commitment to supporting children’s education and wellbeing.

He noted that ChildFund has previously donated medical commodities to the Ministry of Health and educational materials, including core textbooks, to the Ministry of Basic and Senior Secondary Education. According to him, the exercise books, rulers, pens, and other learning materials distributed under the latest initiative are intended to ensure that children have the tools needed to actively participate in classroom learning and improve their academic performance.

Kamara emphasized that while the KOICA-funded project has ended, ChildFund remains committed to supporting girls who were re-enrolled into school through the initiative, helping them complete their secondary education.

“We remain committed to ensuring children receive the support they need for their learning. Education is key to helping children grow into responsible adults and future leaders,” he said.

He further disclosed that the organization will distribute the materials through its partners in Kailahun, Bombali, Koinadugu and Falaba districts, while also collaborating with government authorities to reach beneficiaries in other locations, including the Western Area.

In addition to the educational materials, ChildFund also distributed baby care kits containing essential items for newborns and infants. Kamara said the kits are intended to support vulnerable families, pregnant women and caregivers in communities where access to such items remains limited.

“All the items are provided free of charge. We urge our partners to ensure they reach families and children who need them most,” he stated.

ChildFund Sierra Leone’s Interim Programs and Sponsorship Director, Nfamara Dabo, highlighted the importance of the Gift-in-Kind initiative in complementing existing development interventions.

He explained that while such donations involve significant costs, they play a vital role in supporting children’s education and helping them successfully transition through different stages of life.

“Our work is focused on ensuring children progress through their educational journey. These materials complement what schools and communities are already doing and help create opportunities for children to succeed,” Dabo said.

Representing ChildFund’s local partners, Amara Samai, Program Manager of N’domakeh Federation in Kailahun District, expressed appreciation to ChildFund and its donors for the continued support.

He assured stakeholders that children and families in Kailahun, Koinadugu, Falaba and Bombali districts would benefit greatly from the educational and baby care materials.

Samai encouraged the pupils to remain focused on their studies, noting that educational opportunities can transform lives regardless of one’s background.

“Do not allow your circumstances to limit your dreams. Work hard, stay committed to your education, and you can achieve great things in life,” he told the beneficiaries.

Teachers and school authorities also welcomed the support, describing it as a continuation of ChildFund’s long-standing investment in education. Representatives highlighted previous interventions by the organization, including the construction of classrooms, provision of WASH facilities, and teacher training programmes that have contributed to improving learning environments and educational outcomes.

A representative from Services Secondary School praised ChildFund’s sustained commitment, noting that the support has positively impacted both students and teachers.

“Even though the project has officially ended, this latest intervention demonstrates that ChildFund’s commitment to supporting these children continues,” the representative said.

Under the distribution arrangement, Daindemben Federation will oversee the distribution of materials in Koinadugu, Falaba and Bombali districts, while N’domakeh Federation will coordinate distribution activities in Kailahun District.

The event concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by one of the beneficiary pupils, who expressed gratitude on behalf of the students and communities set to benefit from the initiative.

The students and school authorities welcomed the support, noting that it builds on previous investments in classrooms, water and sanitation facilities, and teacher capacity-building programmes aimed at improving educational opportunities for children across Sierra Leone.