Belize Scholarships create hope for the future

Even though basic education is mandatory for students up to age 14, many young people fall through the crack in Belize because, simply put, their parents just can not afford it. The costs of education just as in development nations are not limited to just cost of tuition, students require transportation, a uniform, access to materials for classes such as books, and often need technology such as a table or computer to participate. Taking everything into account, one in three persons is enrolled in the formal education system according to the data gathered during 2016 and 2017. 82,3% of kids aged 5-12 attend schools in Belize.

For over 20 years S.H.A.R.E. has been funding student to attend high school through a scholarship program where costs are shared with parents. The scholarship funds cover tuition costs in Belize and parents fund the cost of uniform, books, and exams as examples. The skills learned will hopefully enable them to break the cycle of poverty, escaping the impoverished rural communities and generating an income that also helps to support their families. Donations to the project help young people to fulfill their potential.