My name is Dennis Haynes, and I am organizing this personal fundraiser for Abass Jammeh and his family in Gambia, Africa. Abass is the oldest of three children and lives with his younger siblings and grandfather.

After Abass’s mother died about two years ago, he had to leave school because his family could no longer pay the fees. Abass wants to return to school and complete his education so he can work and build a better future for his family. His younger siblings also need support to stay in school.

The family has shared that the three students’ yearly school fees are D40,000 each, or D120,000 total. The school year opens on September 21, so the first $4,000 fundraising milestone is intended to cover those yearly fees and the most urgent school-day costs, including registration, uniforms, books, supplies, and transportation. A $10,000 stretch goal would allow us to support more of the family with food and essential household needs.

I have already sent direct support for food and a sibling’s medical treatment. Funds raised will be received by me through GoFundMe and sent to Abass and his family every two weeks as donations come in. I will share updates as funds are sent.

Thank you for helping give Abass and his siblings a chance to return to school.