Changing Nations through Christian Education
Sunrise Christian Schools strive to improve the quality of Christian education and support families in Papua New Guinea and Ghana.
In PNG, our partner organisation, ACS International, established Sunrise Bethel Christian and Edai Christian Schools. These Bible-based schools have a vision not just to teach children but also to train teachers and build communities.
In 2022, ACS International expanded into Ghana, bringing Terri International Christian Academy into our community of international schools.
Things we take for granted here in Australia are vital to providing high-quality education and are not easily accessible in PNG and Ghana. This is why we are fundraising to provide quality Christian education to as many international students as possible.
Our Church, families and community contribute toward fundraising for schools in Papua New Guinea and Ghana, and we hope you will consider contributing to these schools too! Keep your eyes peeled for notices from your school.
Papua New Guinea (PNG) Appeal 2024/25
ACS International is urgently fundraising for initiatives that will significantly support Sunrise Bethel Christian School and Edai Christian School in Papua New Guinea. We are in immediate need of donations or funds to meet the schools' educational requirements.
We are fundraising towards the following initiatives:
1. Back-up power generator, target AUD $30,000.2. Fund the purchase of a 4WD vehicle AUD $50,000.
3. Fund a container load of educational materials to be sent from Australia to schools in PNG AUD $15,000.
4. Year 11 and 12 at Sunrise Bethel Christian School. We have an ambitious goal of fundraising AUD $350,000 towards an additional senior secondary school building.
This school currently provides for prep to year 10; our goal over the next two years is to expand this to include years 11 and 12. There are very few schools in PNG that provide years 11 and 12.
Ghana Appeal 2024/25
ACS International is fundraising for four strategic projects in Ghana:
A new playspace...
Terri International Christian Academy (TICA) needs a safe outdoor play area. With your assistance, we are fundraising AUD $20,000 towards the construction of a purpose built playground for students.
A boatload of educational materials...
You can help fund a container load of educational materials, books, desks and ICT being sent from Australia to Ghana. We are hoping to raise AUD $11,000 to send much needed resources to TICA students.
Funding a year of education...
Sponsor a child's education in Ghana. A year of education for a student in Ghana costs as little as AUD $300. Imagine the impact you can have on a student by sponsoring their education for a whole year!
Feeding the entire school...
Studying on an empty stomach can be tough and unproductive. It's important to ensure that all students have access to the nutrients their growing minds need, as this can greatly improve a young child’s ability to focus and retain information. For as little as AUD $1000, you can provide food for the whole school for one semester or contribute a smaller amount towards our food program.
Thank you for making a difference!
We are grateful for the generosity of our sponsors and donors, who have made it possible for our recent fencing project to be completed. Their support is a testament to the power of community and the impact we can make when we work together towards a common goal.
You can contribute to our 2024/25 campaign by donating financially. Every dollar you donate will significantly impact schools in Papua New Guinea, providing safe, well-resourced schools with access to educational programs for children. As an added benefit, if your donation exceeds $2, you can claim this money back on your next tax return.
