Back in 2011, Andrew Sanderson gave a generous donation that enabled DSDO to get the breakfast programme started. Every morning, before school, our fully-sponsored children, as well as some other very, very needy children, stop at Favour's for a nutritious breakfast. Prior to this, several students had to start their day without any food.
Things quickly grew as in 2012, it became apparent that the children needed more than just breakfast, so we evolved… to the 'Food Programme'. There are many children who are sent to school without having had anything to eat, and have nothing for lunch either. It is impossible to learn if the body is starving.
It all started with approximately 50 students getting one meal a day, and by 2023, a minimum of 150 students were receiving 2 meals per day!
Children who are on our food programme receive National Health Insurance coverage and get to attend 'summer' vacation school, too.
Just $165 provides a child with a nutritious breakfast and lunch for an entire year! Our annual fundraiser called Ghana Nourish Minds is what funds this important initiative.
