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Loreto Convent Msongari’s ‘Christmas Fair and Family Fun Day’ fundraiser to be held at Loreto Convent Msongari on Sunday, 20th November, 2011, beginning at 12 noon.

You may be aware of the tragic road accident that happened on 29th July, 2011 in Meru involving pupils and teachers of Loreto Convent Msongari Primary School.  On board were pupils in Standard Seven and Eight, some of who sustained severe injuries including facial and body impairments as well limb amputations.

Some girls require prosthetic and reconstructive surgery. Due to the limited capacity for functional prosthetic fittings and rehabilitation in Kenya, the doctors have advised that this treatment is best carried out abroad. The surgery alone costs several million shillings per patient which is, for the most part, outside the cover of most medical insurance schemes. The financial burden for these highly-specialized medical procedures will therefore fall on the families of pupils.

Consequently, the Loreto Msongari Alumni group, in partnership with the Loreto Msongari sisters, have committed themselves to assist the families of the affected students obtain funding to ensure continued medical care for the children. This will be through various fundraising events to take place over the next one year.

The first of these events is a ‘Family Fun Day and Christmas Fair’ fundraiser. The event will bring together present and past students, teachers, family, friends and well- wishers. The day’s program will include performances by Msongari students and local entertainers, live music, and recreational activities for children. There will also be a wide range of arts, crafts, and refreshments for sale.   Our goal is to raise Ksh. 15 million towards the much needed medical treatment.