With the help of some amazing volunteers, the Ishahayi Beach School Foundation board held three successful fundraisers this year: two bazaars with jumble sales and a silent auction. The Lagos Wine Club generously hosted our inaugural silent auction and the event was very well attended. It was a great way to spread the word about IBSF’s work! With these funds, as well as private donations, we were able to accomplish the following:

• Installed new locks on all classroom doors
• Donated two sewing machines (as well as sewing supplies) for vocational training
• Helped fund new roof for teacher housing at the Light Nursery and Primary School in Ishahayi
• Donated material and notions for new uniforms for all students
• Donated book bags and school supplies
• Visited the schools at Ikaare and began a library project collecting children’s books
• Met the Headmistress and teachers at the Ife Oluwa School in Lekki to discuss immediate needs
• Facilitated a discussion with Lady Salami about future goals and financial planning
• Took a clown out to the Light Nursery and Primary School as part of their annual Christmas party
• Donated soccer balls for the school’s first sports day
• Repaired computers and refurbished computer lab at the Light Nursery and Primary School
• Provided bleach for borehole and bathrooms