Shinde Enclave
Project
Bana Ba Letsatsi (Children of the Sun) is based in Maun, Northern Botswana, and runs a center that supports over 250 vulnerable, at-risk, and orphaned children. Bana Ba Letsatsi was registered as an NGO in 2004 and has grown every year since, offering more help to more children in need.
Some of the children have never been to school or dropped out early; others suffer physical and sexual abuse, abuse drugs and alcohol, work underage, or beg and/or lack parental care. The center offers a place of safety for education and counseling, provides food, medical attention, clothes, showers, training, haircuts, and meets any other needs encountered by the children.
Needs
General School Supplies:
Erasers, Pencils, Pencil Cases/Bags, Pens, and Rulers
Clothing/Shoes:
New or Gently Used Children’s Clothing and Shoes and New Underwear
Health/Personal Grooming:
Band-Aids and Plastic Gloves
Initiatives Supported
Listed on this page are the specific needs requested by the community project(s) so you can choose exactly what to pack for a purpose and express your gratitude to the local community with the supplies you take them. If you prefer, you may reach out directly to them to inquire about items which may be available for purchase locally. Arranging visits to community projects is beyond the scope of our mission. If you wish to visit a project, contact the participant and they can let you know what is possible.
Candy and balloons are not on the needs list as they are harmful for the children and the environment for the following reasons:
• Few of the children benefiting from these projects have access to toothpaste, toothbrushes, or a dentist. The candy promotes cavities.
• The balloons once they become deflated are a choking hazard for local wildlife.
Instead of taking candy or balloons, use that space for additional requested supplies, as they are priceless.
