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Sarah's AwardInitiative

A national academic excellence and scholarship program for Sierra Leone, inspired by Sarah Kargbo's 4.0 GPA achievement and vision for educational excellence.

Program Mission

To cultivate a culture of academic excellence among Sierra Leonean students by recognizing and rewarding top-performing students with scholarships and educational resources that encourage lifelong learning.

Reward Excellence

Students who achieve first position in their classes receive full tuition, supplies, and uniforms.

Inspire Competition

Foster academic competition and increase learning standards among students across Sierra Leone.

Build Pride

Foster pride among parents and guardians as their children receive national recognition for excellence.

Meet Sarah Kargbo, Founder & CEO

Sarah Kargbo's journey from Sierra Leone to academic excellence serves as the inspiration behind this transformative initiative. After achieving a remarkable 4.0 GPA in her studies, Sarah recognized the immense potential within Sierra Leone's educational system and the bright minds of its students.

"I realized that many brilliant students in Sierra Leone face financial barriers that prevent them from reaching their full academic potential," Sarah reflects. "Having experienced the transformative power of education firsthand, I felt called to create opportunities for others to excel."

Sarah's vision extends beyond individual student support. She aims to foster a nationwide culture of academic excellence, where educational achievement is celebrated and rewarded, inspiring healthy competition among students across Sierra Leone.

4.0 GPA Achievement
Community Impact Leader
Educational Advocate

Sarah Kargbo

Founder & CEO

2024 Award Recipients

Meet some of the outstanding students from Sierra Leone who achieved first position in their classes and received Sarah's Award.Swipe to see more recipients

Our Sierra Leone Partner Schools

Supporting educational excellence across Sierra Leone through strategic partnerships with dedicated schools and communities.

How Sarah's Award Works

A transparent and merit-based process that recognizes and rewards academic excellence across Sierra Leone.

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Academic Assessment

Partner schools identify their top-performing students based on end-of-term academic results and consistent excellence.

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Selection Criteria

Students achieving first position in their class qualify for the award, ensuring merit-based recognition of excellence.

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Award Package

Recipients receive $50 towards school fees, plus essential supplies including uniforms, backpacks, and learning materials.

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Recognition Ceremony

Students are celebrated in community ceremonies, inspiring peers and building pride among families and communities.

Award Frequency

Every academic term

Eligibility

First position students

Coverage

Full educational support

Upcoming Events

Join us for award ceremonies, school visits, and community events celebrating academic excellence in Sierra Leone.

Program Impact

Measuring the real difference Sarah's Award is making in Sierra Leone's educational landscape.

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Transforming Lives

Academic Excellence: Award recipients maintain an average grade improvement of 15% after receiving support, inspiring classmates to achieve higher standards.

Family Pride: Parents and guardians report increased confidence and investment in their children's education after award recognition.

Community Impact: Schools report healthier academic competition and higher overall performance levels since program implementation.

Looking Ahead: 10-Year Vision

Year 1-2: Foundation5 schools
Year 3-5: Expansion25 schools
Year 6-10: Nationwide100+ schools

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Join our network of schools, organizations, and communities committed to fostering academic excellence across Sierra Leone.

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