UNICEF estimates that there are 153 million children worldwide that are orphans (2017), ranging from infants to teenagers, who have lost one or both of their parents. UNICEF also cites that children represent roughly a third of the world’s population but account for almost half of all people living in extreme poverty. 263 million children and youth are out of school – 61 million are primary school age,53% of them are girls (2017). Girls who have been abandoned, neglected, rejected by their parents, or lost their parents from a young age face unique challenges that often lead to insecurities, low self-esteem and ultimately despair. They often find it difficult integrating completely into society. There is limited data and transparency into the proportion of girls who are raised through orphanages and the foster care system, who excel in the educational system, and progress into the most competitive universities, most competitive jobs, and end up gaining recognition as successful professionals and/or entrepreneurs.
But there is hope. To address these specific challenges, GLOW UP was founded to empower female orphans and foster children with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to be economic leaders in their communities.
Will you be a part of solving the Orphan crisis, by making a donation?
The GLOW UP works with orphan girls living in 50 countries across Africa, which stands for GirlsLadies Orphans Women United (for) Progress is a registered non-governmental organization that develops and implements targeted skills training programs for young females ages 10-18, who currently reside in orphanages or are part of foster care system, to improve access to quality education and professional opportunities. The GLOW UP NGO houses several projects across main pillars: education, health & well-being, nutrition & food security. Our aim is to create a pipeline of female leaders who are empowered to secure the best opportunities in all fields of expertise. We are committed to all aspects of their development and glow up journeys to becoming economic leaders.
pay for toiletries and menstrual products
pay for feeding and shelter
pay for healthcare and education
Why are we asking for a monthly gift?
Every donation counts, and we are grateful for any amount you can afford. We appreciate a one-off donation, however the challenges that orphan girls experience like domestic violence, low self-esteem, poverty, have long-term impact and require long-term solutions. Thus, frequent donations allows us to be fully dedicated to working with the orphan community for decades to come.
A weekly and monthly donation from you is an opportunity to invest in the futures of young orphan girls and orphan communities. You can make a real impact – long-term and sustainable. Please partner with us to help us Grow Leaders who are Outstanding, Well-rounded, and Uniquely Positive.
On Education – including scholarships, funding the Aburo Mi mentoring scheme and educational resources such as textbooks, laptops, etc.
On Housing – including food, toiletries, provisions, shelter, refurbishments, furniture, kitchen utensils and appliances
On Healthcare – including medication, health assessments (eye, dental, full body), health treatments.
Read our supporter promise and how we are funded.
