<div>Hi, my name is Laura McGuire and I'm a 16-year-old TY student at Loreto Secondary School in Wexford. I’ve been given an incredible opportunity to travel to Cape Town, South Africa in March 2026 as a volunteer with the Niall Mellon Trust (Mellon Educate).
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<div>Myself and a group of students from Loreto will be taking part in a life-changing project to help improve education in disadvantaged communities. While we're there, we’ll be:
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<div>●Helping with light construction and renovation of schools
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<div>●Supporting early literacy through one-on-one tutoring
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<div>️●Assisting in a school feeding programme
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<div>●Engaging directly with local students and teachers
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<div>This is so much more than a school trip, it’s a chance to give back, grow personally, and build meaningful connections across cultures. I'm excited (and a little nervous!) about this journey, and I know it will be an unforgettable experience that will shape my future.
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<div>But I need your help to get there.
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<div>Each student must raise €3,500 to cover the cost of the trip, including travel, accommodation, and project materials. I’ve set up this GoFundMe to help make it possible.
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<div>Every donation, big or small, will bring me one step closer to South Africa and to making a real difference in the lives of others.
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<div>Thank you so much for your support ❤️
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Build a school in 7 days - South Africa 2026 - Laura McGuire

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Build a school in 7 days - South Africa 2026 - Laura McGuire

Just €343 to go!
Make an impact.