The students at Monsignor Clair School have done it! Less than three months ago, they set a fundraising goal of $8,000 to drill a water well for the Kuber William community is Sudan, Africa.

We are thrilled to announce that these amazing students have surpassed their goal and raised over $11,000! The entire school, comprised of only 425 students, initiated a number of fundraising activities, including a bake sale, movie night and book sale.

Some of the children continued to raise funds outside of school, including a grade two student who organized a “spa weekend” for family members, giving massages for donations to the well.

As a direct result of their tremendous effort, an entire community, including The Bridge School, will have access to clean water.

To show our appreciation and support of the Monsignor Clair School, the Obakki Foundation will be donating an additional $3,000 to this project, allowing for a second well to be drilled in a different community that is also in dire need of clean water.

Check back here next week for pictures of the drilled well—you will be able to see the impact of every penny raised.

Once again, congratulations to students of Monsignor Clair School: we are so proud of you!

The Well Committee

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