Problem

There are over 70 million Dalit children in India. Most live on less than 50 cents a day. They often face verbal and physical abuse from their teachers and classmates. Most Dalit children, don't attend school past the 6th grade. Less than 26% of Dalit girls living in rural areas attend high school.

The Gift

This gift will provide a Dalit child with the opportunity to receive a quality education. These children will be the first members of their family to attend secondary school;the first who can read and write more than their own names. Your generous gift of $30 will provide room and board and tuition for a Dalit child for one month.