A Small But Vital Initiative
On the 14th of September 2025, St. Charles Medical Foundation (SCMF) carried out a Back-to-School Outreach Program in Douala, Cameroon. During this initiative, we distributed books, pens, pencils, rulers, erasers, bags, and more to 15 internally displaced (IDP) pupils seeking refuge.
Our goal is to reach as many IDP children as possible.
By supporting us, you are not just providing a pen or a bag; you are offering hope and a chance for a better future to a generation of children whose lives have been disrupted by conflict. A big thank you to our donors and funders for making this possible.
2025 Back-to-School Initiative
Helping Children In Crisis
Since 2016, the civil war in Cameroon has led to the death of at least 6,000 people and forced 1.1 million to flee their homes.
- 700,000 internally displaced persons (IDPs)
- 2.8 million people facing acute food insecurity.
About 70,000 IDPS are in need of support. With your support, we hope to reach as many as possible.
Your support has a direct and significant impact on the lives of children affected by the ongoing crisis in Cameroon.
The Saint Charles Medical Foundation’s recent initiative provided essential school supplies to 15 internally displaced pupils in Douala, a small but vital step in helping them continue their education. With over 246,000 children out of school due to violence and displacement, every donation, no matter the size, helps us reach more of these vulnerable school children. By contributing, you are not just providing a pen or a bag; you are offering hope and a chance for a better future to a generation of children whose lives have been disrupted by conflict.
Impact on Children
The event kicked off with a welcome speech from the outreach coordinator who acknowledged the participants’ experiences and called for resilience and hope.
The crisis has had a devastating effect on children:
- Over 390,000 children under 5 suffer from acute malnutrition and urgently need treatment.
- More than 246,000 children in the Northwest and Southwest remain out of school due to violence, displacement, and fear (Cameroon Education Cluster/UNICEF).
- Over 2,200 schools have been closed or destroyed since 2017.
- 71% of children need humanitarian assistance to access education, health services, and mobility aids.
Let Us Make a Difference
At Saint Charles Medical Foundation, we believe education is a right, not a privilege.
By supporting our initiatives, you are helping children rebuild their future, gain hope, and dream again.
Thank you for your continued donations and support. Together, we can change more lives.
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