Problem

Studies show: educating African girls provides a pathway out of poverty benefits not only their families, but their communities, as well. In many cases, female secondary school graduates go on to fill positions of leadership and have a profound effect on African society. Starting in January 2010, African Children's Haven will initiate a program to address this problem for a small group of girls with superior academic potential, but who lack the resources to pursue high quality education.

The Gift

This gift will send an African girl with a high aptitude for science and math to an elite secondary school for 12 weeks. Your gift includes not only school fees, but also room, board, books and mentoring by some of Africa's leading women scientists.