We’re happy to announce the next cohort of our transformative “I’m Also Privileged” initiative! In strategic partnership with Adamfo Ghana, Starlight Foundation is set to empower 10 more families, turning dreams into reality. Our Menso Meka Ho Bi project isn’t just about providing scholarships; it’s about creating sustainable pathways out of poverty. We’re rewriting futures…
Every meal is a lifeline, and every gesture is a beacon of hope. This December, the Starlight Foundation, in collaboration with the Hold My Hand Foundation and Ace of Hearts Foundation, is embarking on the 7th Edition of our “Let’s Feed the Street Together” initiative! We’re not just serving food; we’re serving dignity. 🍲 Free…
The neglect of menstrual health issues has consequences that extend far beyond physical health. In schools, period poverty remains a significant problem, with many girls missing days of class due to a lack of menstrual hygiene products. Others face abuse at home due to cultural beliefs surrounding menstruation. In the workplace, challenges related to menstruation…
Starlight Foundation is back with our heartwarming annual street festival “Let’s Feed the Street Together” on December 25th, and we want YOU to be part of this amazing celebration!🎉 This year, we’re not just sharing meals—we’re bringing healthcare to our streets!⚕️Our team will provide FREE medical screenings for street-connected families AND spread extra love by…
Starlight Foundation has won the Outstanding Volunteer Group of the Year at the Humanitarian Awards Global 2024!🏆 💪Since 2018, our passionate volunteers have been the driving force behind our mission to transform lives, with over 12,000 individuals directly impacted. 🌱 🙏This award belongs to all our volunteers, members, partners, and well-wishers who have supported our…
On October 11, the world celebrates the International Day of the Girl Child, a day dedicated to raising awareness about girls’ unique challenges and advocating for their rights. At Starlight Foundation, our mission aligns with this global call to action as we strive to bridge the inequalities and abuses suffered by girls in Ghana, often…
As ambassadors for street-connected children, the Starlight Foundation has adopted a strategy of community engagement to prevent more children from becoming street-connected. Our Teach Them Young project introduces students, teachers, parents, and community members to the impact of streetism on young people’s lives. This approach has revealed the vulnerability of children in environments where they…
The question of where street-connected children belong in society undoubtedly reflects the poor handling of their issues in high places. As children, Article 28 of the 1992 Constitution of Ghana states that “every child has the right to the same measure of special care, assistance, and maintenance as is necessary for its development.” The power…
In a remarkable achievement for youth leadership and community empowerment, the Starlight Foundation has reached a significant milestone in its journey of transformational impact. The organization was granted accreditation by the United Nations, opening doors to participate in the recent Summit of the Future held at the UN Headquarters in New York. Demonstrating its commitment…
We are all born into a form of identity all over the world. A child’s first identity is a family and a name that comes with it. It provides security and guarantees that they belong to a certain group. When we talk about street-connected children, the identity that comes to mind for most of us…