The Co-Director of DestinyFaith Christian International School, Reverend Robert Koomson has appealed for support from individuals, corporate institutions, and non-governmental organizations to help the school improve teaching and learning facilities for children in the Kasoa community.
Reverend Koomson explained that the school, which officially began operations in 2023, currently serves nearly 300 pupils and employs about 22 staff members.
However, he noted that the institution continues to struggle to meet the growing educational needs of children from underprivileged backgrounds.
“Many of the pupils are on scholarships, and some can’t even afford the daily feeding fee of GH8. My wife often tells me, ‘Don’t worry, let them eat,’ because we believe no child should go hungry while learning,” he said.
Reverend Koomson recounted how the school started as part of the vision of Thy Word Foundation Chapel International, which he co-founded with his wife, Lady Reverend Selma Koomson.
After years of prayer and perseverance, they constructed the first classroom block with the help of friends and well-wishers.
Today, DestinyFaith Christian International School stands as a beacon of hope for children in the area, offering affordable education, daily meals, and mentorship to pupils, many of whom come from low-income households.
Despite these achievements, Reverend Koomson said the school urgently needs additional support to roof its second floor, establish a computer and science laboratory, and repair its faulty school bus.
“We now have a population of about 300 children. We need a computer lab, a science lab, and a school bus to improve our operations. The road leading to the school is also in poor condition,” he noted.
He acknowledged the contributions of partners such as I-Care International Holland and Blessing with A Purpose, who have provided furniture and clothing for pupils.
“We’re a young school doing a massive, sacrificial job. We pay teachers from our limited income, but we continue because we believe in the future of these children,” Reverend Koomson added.
Through the couple’s dedication, several young people raised under their care have advanced to the university level and now serve as professionals (including teachers, pastors, and officers in Ghana’s security services.
Reverend Koomson urged the public to support the school’s mission through donations, sponsorships, or by adopting children in need.
“Like Oliver Twist, we are asking for more, not for ourselves, but to do more for these children,” he said.
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