Hello, my name is Lucalia Mabaso.

I am a mother of two beautiful children, and I am also a woman with a dream. Today I am humbly asking for your help so that I can continue my education and build a better future for my family.

My Story

Life has not always been easy for me. As a single parent, every day is a balancing act. In the morning I wake up early to make sure my children have something to eat, that they are clean, and that they are ready for school. In the evening I help them with homework, I comfort them when they are sad, and I pray that I can give them the life they deserve.

Being a mother is my greatest blessing, but it also comes with a lot of responsibility. Right now I am not working. Because of this, I am struggling to cover even the basic needs in our home. Some days we manage, and some days it is very hard. The hardest part is knowing that I want to do more for my children, but I feel stuck because I do not have the financial means.

I refuse to let that be the end of my story.

Why Education Matters To Me

I believe that education is the key that can open doors for me and for my children. I want to go back to school and further my studies because I know that with a qualification, I can get a stable job. With a stable job, I can provide food on the table every day, pay for my children’s needs, and give them opportunities I did not have.

More than that, I want to be an example to my children. I want them to see their mother working hard, studying late at night, and never giving up. I want them to grow up knowing that no matter how difficult life gets, you keep going. You keep learning. You keep believing.

My dream is to finish study in Office Administration at Tshwane South College. This qualification will allow me to find work where I can support my family with dignity.

The Challenge I Am Facing

This year I applied for a bursary because I was hoping for financial assistance. Unfortunately, my application was rejected. That news broke my heart because I know how much I need this chance. Without funding, I am unable to pay my school fees.

The fees are not just about tuition. The money will also help with very basic things: food at home, transport to school, data to submit assignments, and books. Right now, even buying food for my children is a struggle. I lie awake at night worrying about how I will manage.

I am not asking for a handout. I am asking for a helping hand. I am willing to work hard, to study hard, and to make every cent count.

How Your Support Will Help

Every donation, no matter how small, will make a real difference in our lives. Here is how your support will be used:

Total needed: R10,000

School fees: R4,000

 To cover registration and term fees so my kids can stay in school

Transport to school: R1,500

 For 3 months of taxi/bus fare to get them to school safely

Groceries: R3,000

 Food for 2 months - mealie meal, bread, vegetables, milk for the kids

Clothes + school uniform: R1,500

 Uniforms, shoes and basic clothes for my children

Thank you for reading my story. Before anyone gives, I know the question is: where will my money go?

I am asking for R10,000 total to keep my children in school and fed.

R4,000 will pay their school fees.

R1,500 will cover transport to get them to school for 3 months.

R3,000 will buy groceries for 2 months.

R1,500 will buy school uniforms and clothes for them.

Every cent will go directly to these needs. As a single mom going to school myself, this support means my kids won’t have to miss class or go hungry. Thank you for helping us. God bless you.