About Ariba
Ariba is a UK based charity run by a group of dedicated volunteers. We are committed to sustainably Building Futures for two disadvantaged communities in Zambia and Uganda.
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Many communities in Zambia and Uganda are affected by extreme poverty and hunger. Many people suffer from the aids virus leaving young orphaned children to fend for themselves on the streets. As the charity is run by a very small dedicated group of volunteers, no salaries are paid which enables Ariba to invest every penny donated towards supporting these communities.
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A Heart Warming Story - How Ariba is Building Futures
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Picture used for our shoebox appeal
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After a 3 week search we found the children
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On the day we found the children the little boy was dressed in this T-shirt with the following text: "Every day you have a better chance"
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Not only new clothes and shoes but also a place in Fr John's school |
Ariba would like to share the story of these three children pictured above. Their picture (far left) was taken by one of our volunteers whilst on a trip in the countryside in Uganda in 2009. Ariba used a photograph of these children to launch its Shoe Box Appeal. The appeal was such a success that Ariba felt it was their duty to locate these children again and ensure they too received the gifts they deserved. The children were found - it was apparent their family lived in extreme poor conditions due to their father's recent death. Ariba not only provided them with their own gifts from the shoe-boxes, but also new clothes, shoes and most importantly arranged sponsorship to ensure all 3 children would be able to attend school and receive an education. The mother and children were very grateful for the opportunity Ariba had given them.
The Story of Esther
Esther was thrown out of school at the age of 10yrs for being unable to pay her school fees, Fr John Bashobora found her walking at 10pm on her way to her village which was 120km away. He drove her back to school and provided her educational fees, which allegedly equated to the exact amount of money to the penny that he had on him. Esther now has a excellent future after graduating in medicine and works in a Ugandan hospital. Esther is married to Godfrey who is also a Doctor and they have three children. Dr Esther and Dr Godfrey are now also supporting Fr John with the communities he runs.
If you want to read Ester's full story click the PDF link below.....
Building Futures!
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