Wednesday, August 5, 2009

Niku



Last year I met Niku. Niku has been singled out at school because of her exceptional grades. They recommended she go to nursing school. But Niku's father had recently died of HIV/AIDS, and her mother just found out she also has AIDS. Medication is very expensive. Her mother is using the father's leftover meds. Due to these circumstances, her family could not afford to send Niku to nursing school.

The entire two year nursing program cost $600.

Two weeks ago One Small Drop was able to present Niku with a full scholarship. Niku and her mother were filled with joy and appreciation. They hardly had words to express their gratitude.

Niku will begin school August 31, 2009 at Njombe Nursing School. This school is several hours from home. The $600 covers room, board, school supplies and education. She is excited to keep us abreast of her progress!

2 comments:

Anonymous said...

Hurrah for Niku and Hurrah for One Small Drop!

Joyful said...

Bless you for helping one through your one small drop! You will make such an awesome difference in this girl's future.