“We have a saying: "When you educate a girl child, you educate the whole nation." - Mamata Kamara, aunt and guardian of In School girl Posseh Kamara
The best place for a girl to spend her days is In School. On average, educated girls make higher incomes, raise healthier children, and are less likely to endure abuse or die in childbirth — to name just a few of the benefits.
At In School, our data-driven, evidence-based program is proven to help girls overcome obstacles and continue their education through cash assistance and wraparound support.
Here is some recent data about this life-changing program — made possible by caring people like you:
CASH KEEPS GIRLS IN SCHOOL. For the 2024-2025 school year, attendance was consistently higher for all age groups that received cash support. But the impact was 6x greater for older girls in the 14-16 age group.
Why is this great news? The older the girl, the more likely she is to work instead of attend school. The fact they are spending more time in class is a huge win for these girls and their futures.
CASH ASSISTANCE MEETS BASIC NEEDS. In the last year, the most common uses of cash assistance were food, transportation to school, menstrual products, school supplies and uniforms.
Why is this great news? Some people worry that families will not spend cash assistance responsibly. But the data shows participating families value education and prioritize their children’s basic needs.
WHAT FAMILIES ARE SAYING
We conduct surveys with In School girls and their families periodically to get their feedback. A 2025 survey of 27 participating students and 38 caregivers showed:
- Attendance is up. Families report that their girls’ school attendance is up from 4 days per week on average to 5 days.
- Cash makes a difference. 87% of caregivers were “very satisfied” with the program’s positive impact on their children’s education and household well-being.
- Your reach goes above and beyond the goal. 89% of caregivers said their other children benefited indirectly from the cash, whether through shared meals, school supplies or increased motivation to attend school.
Posseh with her lunch
Instead of going to school, Posseh Kamara used to sell water and yogurt on the street to buy food. On the days she attended school, she often had no lunch. Then In School started supporting Posseh through monthly cash assistance.
Her aunt Mamata Kamara said, “You came to our aid, giving your own little support, and that was so great. That is so great because now she is no longer [working] ... Every day when she goes to school, we give her lunch."
Through In School, every school day is a chance to change a girl’s life.