Luisa was a student at a KidsCan partner school, and her story shows how practical support can make a lasting difference.
“8-year-old me could not comprehend why my parents could not buy me new shoes for school, why I had to wear hand-me-downs or why lunch on some days at school was scarce. At that time of my life, I really felt sad. There was a lot of stigma around not having the flashest stuff, and little glances or whispering if I didn’t have food.
When I was young, KidsCan provided me with morning tea and lunch, new shoes, and rain jackets. Such basic essentials, but I appreciated them like they were luxury items. In my eyes they are. I was more focused, able to work without feeling distracted by cold or hunger. They helped me in a stage of my life where I most needed it.”
Luisa now plans to become a nurse – ready to give back and help others.