Schanzer Eye Institute Update  |  November 11, 2026

Education remains one of the greatest investments any society can make toward its development. We are deeply grateful for the remarkable contribution of Dr. Cathy’s Children’s Foundation and its scholarship programme, which continues to transform the lives of children and families in Serabu, Bumpe Ngao Chiefdom, and the surrounding communities.

The programme has become a beacon of hope for many families, particularly single parents and less privileged households who struggle financially to provide quality education for their children. Through this initiative, children who would otherwise have faced serious challenges in pursuing their education have been given the opportunity to learn, grow and work toward a brighter future.

Scholarship recipients gather with their award envelopes in Serabu.

This year, a total of 97 students benefited from the scholarship programme across the pre-primary, primary, junior secondary (JSS), senior secondary (SSS), technical and vocational, and university categories.

• 59 males
• 38 females
• Total: 97 students

This achievement represents more than numbers. Behind every beneficiary is a family whose financial burden has been reduced, a parent whose hope has been renewed, and a child whose dreams have been kept alive.

Award envelopes are presented to beneficiaries.

The programme paused for prayer.

One of the most encouraging developments of this programme is its growing impact beyond primary and secondary education. We now have beneficiaries pursuing technical and vocational training, equipping themselves with practical skills that will enable them to become self-reliant, productive and responsible members of society.

Beneficiaries and guests gather for the programme.

Equally exciting and worthy of celebration is the recent graduation of three students who successfully completed four years of university studies with support from Dr. Cathy’s Children’s Foundation through the Southern Eye Clinic, Serabu.

Their graduation is a significant milestone and a clear demonstration that investing in education produces meaningful and lasting results. These three graduates represent hope, determination and the possibilities that can emerge when children are given the support to pursue their dreams.

Celebrating the Class of 2026.

More beneficiaries receive their scholarship awards.

Every envelope represents a child whose education continues.

Report submitted by George Amos Abu, Director of Education and Sponsorship, Dr. Cathy’s Children’s Foundation.

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