For students who live in rural communities, a bicycle is truly a gift that keeps on rolling. Bikes cut travel time by more than half, making a huge difference for those who face long distances to school. By hopping on their bikes and pedalling to class, students save energy, arrive on time, and have better attendance.
Your support for students through our gift catalogue gave them the gift of an easier, faster commute to school.
“The gift of 21 bright shiny new bicycles has benefited many, in many ways!” exclaims Sister Celine, our Neema site director.
In rural Mkongo, Tanzania, where her site runs schools and student hostels, “a bicycle is not merely a pastime toy, but it is an important means of travel to school.”
“This improves their attendance at school and relieves the worry of parents whether their child arrived at school,” Sr. Celine says. “Instead of walking long distances to school, a child with a bicycle arrives ready to study, not too tired from the long walk. Thus, bicycles are another important means of improving educational outcomes!!”
The whole family can benefit from the gift of one bike,” if they have no other means of transportation to go to the market or hospital,” she says.
“We at Neema site send our heartfelt thanks to the sponsors who have provided a wide variety of support to children, adults, elders, and families in great need through the gift catalogue program,” says Sister Celine.
“We are gratified with these opportunities to improve the lives of those we serve at the Neema site. Each item has contributed greatly to the quality of life, and on behalf of the many recipients, we express our deep gratitude! May God bless our sponsors who bring Christ to the Poor, and the Poor to Christ by responding with such generosity to our many needs!”
You can help students like those in Tanzania pedal their way to a better future! By choosing a gift from our gift catalogue, you will provide an essential item which will improve the life of someone in need.