back to school charity project

 

Let Them Shine

Children are Superstars

Millions of children are eager to learn, but too many lack the basics. This school year, help children return to class with confidence and hope.

 

 

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Your Charity in Action

School Essentials Kit – £30

Provide a full school kit including exercise books, pens, pencils, rulers, erasers, sharpeners, and a durable school bag — everything a child needs to start the academic year with confidence.

Why it matters:
Many children walk into school empty-handed. With this kit, you're helping them feel equal, included, and empowered to focus on learning.

Includes:

  • 🟦 School Bag
  • 🟦 Notebooks
  • 🟦 Stationary
  • 🟦 Water Bottle

 

Donate a School Kit

School Uniform – £30

Your donation will provide two complete uniforms for one child, enough to last the entire academic year. This gift removes one of the biggest barriers to school attendance: not having proper clothes.

Why it matters:
Uniforms bring confidence, discipline, and belonging. Children who dress like their peers are less likely to drop out and more likely to thrive.

Includes:
🟦 2 x Shirts
🟦 2 x Trousers/Skirts
🟦 Socks & Extras (varies by country)

Donate a School Uniform
School Uniform
Education Sponsorship

Education Sponsorship – £30/month

Support a child’s long-term success by covering school fees, educational materials, and access to a local mentor or support worker. This monthly gift helps build a consistent path out of poverty.

Why it matters:
When education is interrupted by costs, entire futures are at risk. Your regular support helps us give stability, hope, and a brighter future.

What it covers:
🟦 School Tuition
🟦 Meals & Transport 

Donate for Education Sponsorship

Back to School Fund

Contribute to child-friendly events like distribution days, school fairs, or motivation workshops that make returning to school joyful and meaningful for children living in hardship.

Why it matters:
For children who’ve faced war, poverty, or trauma, returning to school can be scary. These fun-filled activities spark excitement, reduce anxiety, and increase enrolment.

Possible Uses:
🟦 Entertainment & Games
🟦 Arts & Creativity Workshops
🟦 School Motivation Sessions
🟦 Snacks & Gifts

Donate for Back to School Fund
Back to School Fund

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for the Back to School 2025

Where are the school kits and uniforms distributed?

GRF provides school kits, uniforms, and education support in several countries across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East — including Gaza, Yemen, Pakistan, Lebanon, and Somalia. Our priority is vulnerable children, especially orphans and those in refugee or conflict-affected areas.

What’s included in a School Essentials Kit?

Each kit includes a backpack, notebooks, pens, pencils, ruler, sharpener, eraser, and other age-appropriate school supplies. Contents may vary slightly based on local school requirements.

How long does the School Uniform donation last a child?

Your donation of £30 provides two full uniforms — enough for one academic year, helping the child feel comfortable, confident, and included in school life.

Is the Education Sponsorship a one-time payment or recurring?

It’s a monthly donation of £30. You can choose to support for as many months as you wish. The longer the sponsorship, the more stable the child’s education journey becomes.

Can I choose which country or child to support?

Due to the scale of our projects, individual selection isn’t always possible. However, you can specify a preferred country when donating, and we’ll do our best to honour it.

Is my donation Zakat-eligible?

The school kit and education sponsorship programmes support orphans and needy children and can qualify for Zakat in many cases. Please tick the Zakat option during donation to ensure it’s allocated correctly.

Will I receive updates or reports?

 For monthly sponsors, we aim to send annual impact reports and stories from the field. One-time donors may receive general updates via email or our newsletter.

Can I make a donation on behalf of someone else?

es, you can donate in someone’s name and request an e-gift certificate or printable card. It’s a beautiful Sadaqah Jariyah gift too.