The Kids Christmas party took place on the 23rd of December 2023 in Kamuli District, hosting 150 kids from various families. As it occurred during the Christmas season, a time of love and thanksgiving, the Ophelia Brown Foundation of Hope expressed its affection by organizing this event. The children, along with their parents, were immensely happy and grateful. Giving, as demonstrated through this party, is a tangible expression of love.
The festive occasion unfolded on a delightful Saturday afternoon, featuring a scrumptious lunch of Irish potatoes, pilau rice with meat, and a bottle of soda. Following the meal, Mr. Johns Brown, the Director of the Ophelia Brown Foundation, shared a heartfelt message with the children. He expressed his joy in seeing children happy and succeeding in life, emphasizing the foundation’s commitment to assisting those in need. Mr. Brown, drawing from his own childhood experiences, spoke of how he was once helped and now seeks to support those facing challenges.
Some of the children who have been beneficiaries of the Ophelia Brown Foundation of Hope shared their testimonies, expressing gratitude for the financial support they received for their tuition. Many of them are candidates this year and hope that others can also receive similar assistance.
The celebration included a cake-cutting ceremony because no festivity is complete without cake. The event concluded with the distribution of Christmas packages to the kids, comprising a bar of soap, cooking oil, posho, rice, sugar, salt, a loaf of bread, and a large bottle of soda. This gesture was a profound expression of love, particularly timely due to the challenges posed by the rainy season, which had adversely affected food crops. The package was expected to sustain the families for approximately two weeks.
The Ophelia Brown Foundation of Hope has been actively supporting children in Kamuli by covering their school fees. This initiative is crucial, given that many children in the region often start school late due to financial constraints, with some being forced into early marriages. In large families, not all children may have the opportunity to attend school. Through this support, children of all ages have been able to access education, paving the way for a brighter future and contributing to the development of Kamuli.
May God bless you abundantly for your generosity and commitment to making a positive impact in the lives of these children. 🙏🏽
