Kids with Destiny

Living in a small impoverished village outside the city of Kolkata, 13-year-old Uttam has not attended school in two years. When he did attend, he was only able to attend sporadically and was unable to pass the 5th grade. Uttam's family attempted to get him enrolled back into school twice, and both times, the school denied his readmission. Uttam wants to go back to school. He wants to study to become a doctor some day--but that will never happen without an education.

Project Rhino's vision was birthed with the goal of giving children like Uttam the hope of a second--or even a first--chance. Project Rhino is a dynamic educational platform that brings hope and purpose to the lives of disadvantaged children who will not or cannot regularly attend a formal school setting. Its robust online learning environment offers engaging lesson plans, interactive games, educational entertainment, and one-on-one mentoring support to children in need of a quality primary and secondary school education. Through its accessible program, the children will finally receive the support and opportunities they need for a promising future. Currently, 120 children are hoping to be able to participate in the Kodamtolla learning center.

But Project Rhino can only accomplish these goals with the generous support of people like you. For just a dollar a day, a child like Uttam can receive medical help, nutrition and a quality education with the individual attention he needs to succeed in his studies. The school is also in need of equipment and supplies before it is able to open its doors. $600 dollars is needed for the purchase of a laptop; $160 for a laser jet printer; and $32 for each ink cartridge. Donors are also able to donate as little as $10 towards the purchase of school supply kits, or make a one-time gift towards the Project Rhino general fund.

Education is one of the greatest gifts that we can give a child. For many like Uttam, it is the key to extracting himself from poverty's grip. Please consider joining in Project Rhino in its efforts to make a significant impact in these childrens' lives.