The Power of Education in Upper Egypt
Education is the most powerful path to breaking cycles of poverty in Upper Egypt.
When a child receives quality education, their entire future transforms. They develop critical thinking skills, gain confidence, and access opportunities that would otherwise remain out of reach. In the rural communities of Upper Egypt, many bright, determined children are held back by one obstacle: the cost of school fees.
By becoming a sponsor, you don’t just pay for a child’s education—you become part of their journey toward a better future. You help preserve the dignity of families who deeply value education but cannot afford it. You help sustain schools that have been transforming communities for over 80 years. And you create a meaningful cross-cultural connection that enriches both your life and theirs.
For more than 80 years, the Association of Upper-Egypt for Education and Development (AUEED) has helped the most disadvantaged rural communities of Upper Egypt to better support themselves by offering education and development programs. The 35 AUEED schools welcome 15,000 students per year from kindergarten onwards. Not only does AUEED fill a significant gap in the number of public schools, it also provides quality education, disseminates values of peace, tolerance and solidarity, and promotes, through arts, culture and various activities, the education of generations of children.
A Lasting Impact Through Personal Connection
PACHE has created this education sponsorship program to provide the most effective, dignified, and sustainable support for children in need. Here’s how it makes a difference:
- Long-term commitment: Your sponsorship supports a child throughout their educational journey, providing stability and continuity
- Direct impact: Your contributions directly cover the tuition fees that would otherwise prevent a child from attending school
- Personal connection: You’ll receive messages from your sponsored child twice yearly, allowing you to witness their growth and progress
- Full tax benefits: All sponsorship contributions are fully tax-deductible, providing you with Canadian tax credits
- Secure process: PACHE ensures your contributions are securely transferred to AUEED
In 2022, tuition fees amounted to C$400 per year, about C$35 per month. Hence, by making monthly contributions of only C$35, you can ensure the education of one of AUEED’s children.
How Your Sponsorship Works
Financial Support Details:
- Your monthly installments of C$35 (or more) will help cover the schooling fees of one sponsored student
- Payments are made to PACHE which will forward them to AUEED
- PACHE uses CanadaHelps as a specialized online fundraising platform in Canada which ensures a secure transaction and provides the required receipt for tax credit
- The sponsorship will last as long as the child is a student at the AUEED school. If the child leaves for any reason, you will be informed
Communication with Your Sponsored Child:
- Twice a year, you’ll receive messages from your sponsored child via AUEED
- A French translation will accompany the original Arabic message
- You can send letters in French or English, which will be translated for the child
- If you wish to visit, meetings can be arranged at the school in Egypt (with two months’ advance notice)
- All exchanges between the child and sponsor will be carried out through AUEED, following international sponsorship practices for child protection
Stories of Transformation
From a Student to an AUEED School Teacher
“I am Sylvia, a graduate of the faculty of Education in 2020. I was a student of the AUEED schools in my village. These schools played a key role in shaping my character and there I spent the best years of my life. I cannot forget the kindness of my sponsor, Maryse, who encouraged me to be a responsible person. I still remember her words about the importance of being the elder sister and the role model for my younger brothers. This motivated me to study well, and to achieve my dream of becoming an educator. When the opportunity presented itself and the AUEED school announced its need for teachers, I immediately applied. I passed the required exams and, to my delight, got the job. I wish to give back in return for all I received over the years. I also want my sponsor to know that I have indeed become a good role model to my brothers, of whom the eldest is an engineering student.”
Graduate of AUEED Schools and Leading Health Awareness Sessions
“I’m David, and I am in the final year of Medical School. I am a graduate of AUEED schools where I spent the best 10 years of my life. In these schools, I found a second family, excellent teachers who provided us with a solid foundation in all subjects, and who helped me to be able to attend a university. I was also blessed to have participated in school activities which forged my character and developed my values around the rights of children. Today, in my village, I organize health awareness sessions for children and parents of AUEED schools. I proudly introduce myself as an alumnus of this school and I apply myself wholeheartedly in my service. I cannot forget my sponsor Michelle who gave me support and encouragement. Also, I would like to thank all the sponsors for their support towards underprivileged children. They contribute to the success of these children.”
Become a Sponsor Today
To apply for sponsorship, please proceed through the following two simple steps:
- Fill out the form below
- Set up your monthly payments of C$35 for each child you wish to sponsor via the secure online payment platform CanadaHelps. To do so, click this link to access CanadaHelps page for PACHE’s sponsorship program.
Other payment methods could be offered on your demand. You will need to have your credit card or debit card to complete the second step.
Within two weeks of submitting your request, you will receive a child’s profile, including important details about his/her life and school performance. Our colleagues in the Egypt office will also contact you to ensure communication with him/her.
For more information or support, please contact us at sponsorship@pache.ca.