Trust Program

Foundation First

Helping Children Build a Strong Educational Foundation

Program Overview

Foundation First supports deserving students who are at risk of falling behind or discontinuing their education because of financial hardship. The program primarily focuses on students in Standards 1 through 8. Selected assistance may also be considered for older students based on need, merit, program priorities and available resources.

Key Focus Areas

  • School tuition assistance
  • Books and notebooks
  • School uniforms
  • Educational supplies
  • Academic tutoring
  • Basic digital learning support
  • Examination preparation
  • Mentoring and study guidance
  • Parent awareness sessions
  • Scholarships for meritorious students
  • Learning assessments
  • Educational workshops
  • School-related transportation support, when approved

What the Program May Support

School tuition assistance
Books and notebooks
School uniforms
Educational supplies
Academic tutoring
Basic digital learning support
Examination preparation
Mentoring and study guidance
Parent awareness sessions
Scholarships for meritorious students
Learning assessments
Educational workshops
School-related transportation

Student & Parent Responsibilities

Student Responsibilities

  • Attend school regularly and maintain conduct.
  • Participate in academic support activities.
  • Submit school progress reports & assessments.
  • Respect teachers, mentors and fellow students.
  • Use educational assistance only for approved purposes.

Parent / Guardian Responsibilities

  • Provide accurate information and documents.
  • Encourage regular school attendance.
  • Attend review meetings and support home studies.
  • Inform Trust if outside aid is received.
  • Cooperate with reasonable verification procedures.

Target Audience

Students in Standards 1 through 8 from low-income households, orphans, children of widows or single mothers

Selection & Process

  1. Application submission
  2. Review of academic records
  3. Family-income assessment
  4. Verification of school information
  5. Parent or guardian interview
  6. Home visit, where required
  7. Program committee review
  8. Final approval
  9. Student and parent orientation
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