Get Involved
As outlined below, The Rural Enrichment Program has many ways that you can help. We have several projects available that need assistance in areas such as fundraising, building, donations of school supplies and/or raw materials, and child sponsorships, in addition to financial donations.
If you wish to participate, please fill out our Contact Form, or e-mail us directly at volunteer@yallal.org. Anything you offer will make a difference!
FINANCIAL DONATIONS
If you wish to make a tax-deductible financial donation, you may do so by visiting our Donate page. Contributions in any amount will bring us that much closer to funding our projects and bringing much-needed libraries to the rural areas of The Gambia. Your financial donation is tax-deductible and will directly fund projects under the Rural Enrichment Program. For more information about the projects and what they entail, please visit our Projects page.
IN-KIND DONATIONS
The students in rural areas of The Gambia will benefit from many generous donations made by supporters like you. Should you wish to make an in-kind donation, some items of need are listed below. If you are uncertain about an item you would like to donate, please feel free to Contact Us and we will be more than happy to answer any questions you may have. Please visit our Donations page to see our guidelines regarding book and material donations.
We seek donations of new children's books from publishers and bookstores as long as they meet the basic guidelines discussed on the Donations page of this site. For additional information about this program, please email Contact Us and a representative will assist you.
Educational Supplies
Building Materials/Support
AID & SPONSORSHIPS
In addition to financial and in-kind donations, another way to help children in The Gambia is through direct assistance. Should you like to support one child, or many, we gladly accept funding towards the following:
"Make Every Quarter Count!"
Donations made through this program will support as many children as possible by funding their educational expenses. The donations received will help offset the cost of books, materials, tuition, uniforms, lunches, and more.
Sponsor a Child
This is such an important gift to give a child that is desperate for an education, but unable to cover the expense. Direct sponsorship will fund one child's educational costs and allow them to remain in school. Your generosity will pay off, as you will be updated on your child's progress each year and watch them grow. Sponsors will receive:
In addition to these items, you will have the added joy of knowing that you have changed a child's life forever! Please Contact Us if you wish to sponsor a child.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Yallalba Non-Profit Organization is always looking for volunteers to assist in our Rural Enrichment Program. If you wish to volunteer your time or services, we have many areas that could use your help. If you have any questions or need more information about any of these volunteer opportunities, please Contact Us. We are seeking volunteers to work on our staff. If you are interested, please visit our Career Opportunities page for more information.