Get to know Rashid

 

Rashid is 8-yrs-old and will be starting Grade 3 in 2026! Rashid’s favorite subject is Math and he loves to play soccer. When Rashid grows up, he wants to become a doctor!

Unfortunately, Rashid’s current sponsor is no longer able to continue in 2026 and since his parents were not able to finish school themselves, they are struggling to find stable jobs. As of now, his mother sells charcoal and washes clothes while his father does odd jobs. This is not enough for them to survive and also send Rashid to school.

When we asked his parents why Rashid needs a sponsor, his mother responded: “We don’t want him to have a hard life like we do, we want him to have a good job and to make something of himself.”

So do we! Sponsor Rashid today and help him continue his pursuit of a better future.

  • About Me

    Name: Rashid

    Age: 8

    Grade: 3

    Sex: Male

    Lives With: Parents

    School: Mukamusaba Primary

    2026 Sponsorship Fees: $380

  • Poverty In Zambia

    Unlike most places in the developed world, education is not free to the public in Zambia. All students are required to pay school fees as well as purchase a school uniform, shoes, and other supplies, which many families cannot afford. In times of crisis, impoverished children are especially vulnerable and face several challenges. Girls who are unable to attend school have a high risk of becoming pregnant or being forced into marriage, whereas boys have a high risk of underage drinking, smoking, and becoming involved in petty crime. By sponsoring a child you are giving them access to life-changing programs and support.