Introduction

St. Bernard Special School, located in Kibaha, Tanzania, is a mission of the Missionary Congregation of the Blessed Sacrament (MCBS). Since arriving in Tanzania in 2009, our missionaries have actively served both in parish life and charitable outreach. In 2017, we launched this school with only seven children with disabilities. Today, we serve 25 children, though the need is far greater.

Only 1% of children with special needs in Tanzania are currently enrolled in school. For years, we have operated from a rented facility, but that arrangement has ended, and we are now in urgent need of relocating to land we have purchased. This project seeks financial assistance for building a permanent, purpose-built school.

Mission and Vision

Our aim is simple and profound: to uplift children with disabilities from impoverished families by providing a safe, loving place where they can learn, grow, and thrive. Through early intervention, education, therapy, and life-skills training, St. Bernard Special School serves some of the most marginalized children in Tanzania—offering dignity, care, and long-term inclusion in a region with limited support.

Financial Plan

Request from Caritas Veritate $74,351