Sofora

Sofora is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit based in New York City that supports equal access to qualityeducation for girls and boys in rural communities. Sofora (\so fo' rah\, n.) means unity, togetherness and teamwork in the West African language of Jola. Our mission is to work collaboratively with the communities we serve in supporting the educa... tion of the youth. Access to quality education opens up possibilities for children to achieve their dreams and to help societies thrive. We believe that access to quality education is a child's fundamental right and opportunities to learn should be available to all. Working with existing schools and communities to address immediate needs, such as books and supplies, we hope to increase the number of rural girls and boys who complete quality primary and high school education. Together, we can open opportunities for children in rural communities to learn and grow. Sofora provides books, science equipment and other school supplies to roughly 700 children in kindergarten through ninth grade in the village of Sutu Sinjang in The Gambia. Donations of all amounts are welcome. With a $50 donation you would be supporting a child's school supplies for a year; with a $75 they will get a pair of shoes and uniform in addition to the school supplies, and with a $100 donation, we will be able to provide a student with a full years school supplies, a pair of shoes, uniform and support the school's purchase of science lab equipment and books for the library.Read More