About us

Eight years ago, Goshen Scholars began a journey with one mission in mind: to give children the gift of education. We are a nonprofit organization driven by the urgent reality that over 100 million children in Africa are out of school—not because they lack potential, but because they lack opportunity.

Every day, we work to close this gap by providing scholarships, school fees, and essential support so children can step into classrooms, dream bigger, and build brighter futures. Our heart is simple: no child should be denied an education because of poverty.

At Goshen Scholars, we believe that when you educate one child, you transform a family, a community, and eventually a nation. Together with our partners and donors, we are breaking barriers, one scholarship at a time.

Our success stories

Consider Grace, a 13-year-old girl, who lost both of her parents at a young age and was left in the care of her aging grandmother. With no steady income, paying school fees was nearly impossible. Grace often watched her classmates walk into school while she stayed home, her dreams of becoming a teacher slowly slipping away.

Through the scholarship fund, Grace’s tuition was fully paid, allowing her to return to school with joy and confidence. Today, she is excelling in her studies, ranking at the top of her class, and inspiring her peers with her resilience and determination.

When asked what the scholarship means to her, Grace said with a smile, “Now I believe I can become the teacher I’ve always dreamed of being. Thank you for giving me hope again.”

What makes us different

Here's what sets the GoshenCitys Scholarship Fund apart:

Prayer-led selection (7-Minute Prayers): We combine practical need assessment with live community prayer. Applicants join our 7-minute YouTube prayers; names are sometimes announced live and we also email selections—uniting faith, hope, and action.

Direct-to-school payments: Funds go straight to verified schools (not to intermediaries), reducing leakage and delays.

Wraparound support, not just fees: Beyond tuition, we can cover uniforms, exam fees, basic supplies, transport stipends, and school lunches—so kids actually stay in class.

Local partner network: We work with on-the-ground churches, head teachers, and social workers who know the children best, especially in rural or underserved areas.

Fast “bridge” micro-grants: When a child risks being sent home for arrears, we can step in quickly with small emergency payments.

Mentorship & pastoral care: Scholars are matched with caring mentors (including alumni) for academics, life skills, and emotional support—plus optional pastoral check-ins for families who want it.

Digital access boosts: Where needed, we help with data bundles, shared devices, and offline learning packs so learning doesn’t stop when school closes.

Transparency by design: Donors receive anonymized updates, proof of payment to schools, and short progress stories—building trust and community.

“Pay-it-forward” culture: Scholars complete simple community service or peer-tutoring hours—turning today’s recipients into tomorrow’s role models.

Lightweight, dignity-first process: Minimal paperwork, child-safeguarding protocols, and zero application fees. We keep admin lean so more money reaches kids.

Our future goals

Why Education in Africa Costs Money

While many countries in Africa declare “free education,” the reality is that families still face significant costs that keep millions of children out of school. Here’s why:

  1. School Fees & Levies – Even in “free” public schools, parents are asked to pay registration, exam, and development fees. These add up quickly for poor families.

  2. Uniforms & Supplies – Children are required to wear uniforms and purchase textbooks, notebooks, and other learning tools, which can be unaffordable.

  3. Meals & Transportation – Many schools don’t provide food or transport. Families must pay for daily meals and safe travel to and from school.

  4. Teacher Shortages & Overcrowding – Governments often lack funds to cover all salaries, so schools ask parents to contribute toward hiring extra teachers.

  5. Infrastructure Needs – Desks, electricity, and safe classrooms often rely on parent contributions or donor support.

For families living on less than $2 a day, even small school-related costs make education out of reach. That’s why organizations like Goshen Scholars step in—to remove these financial barriers and make sure children stay in class, not at home.

Sowing Seeds of Joy