This is the story of Racheal Gabriel, a resilient young girl from Plateau State, Nigeria, who has endured more than any child should ever have to.

Racheal’s mother was forced to leave her father after suffering severe domestic violence and abuse. The constant beatings and emotional trauma made it impossible for her to stay. Pregnant and fighting for her life, she returned to her mother’s home for safety. Tragically, Racheal’s mother died while giving birth to her, leaving Racheal to grow up never knowing her parents.

From that moment on, Racheal’s grandmother became her only parent and caregiver. Despite her best efforts, life was a struggle. A distant relative offered to take Racheal to the city, promising to care for her and send her to school. It seemed like an opportunity for a better life—a chance for Racheal to get an education and escape the cycle of poverty.

But Racheal’s new life was anything but what was promised.

Abuse, Neglect, and Starvation: Racheal’s Unimaginable Struggles

Instead of being enrolled in school, Racheal faced a nightmare. Her relative never sent her to school, and worse, she accused Racheal of being a witch. Starvation, beatings, and constant mistreatment became her daily reality. Every small mistake or perceived fault led to brutal punishment. She was isolated, frightened, and completely abandoned by the one person who was supposed to protect her.

It wasn’t long before Racheal’s suffering caught the attention of concerned neighbors. They contacted her grandmother and reported the abuse. When Racheal’s grandmother arrived to rescue her, she found a broken but resilient young girl who had endured so much in silence.

Racheal’s Chance at a Better Future Through Education

Racheal’s story reached us at Core Start Education Foundation, and we were moved by her strength. When we interviewed her, we discovered a bright and hardworking girl, despite having never attended school. Her intelligence and potential were undeniable.

Thankfully, a local church provided Racheal and her grandmother with a place to stay, offering them temporary shelter. But Racheal still desperately needed what she had been denied for so long—an education.

At Core Start, we have made it our mission to help Racheal go to school and give her the chance to build a brighter future. But Racheal’s story is not unique. So many children in Nigeria face similar struggles, living in poverty, suffering abuse, and missing out on the opportunity for education.

How You Can Help Racheal and Other Underprivileged Nigerian Children

At the CoreStart Education Foundation, we are committed to helping children like Racheal who have been let down by those meant to care for them. We provide scholarships, school supplies, and emotional support, ensuring that children in need get a second chance at life through education.

But we cannot do this alone. We need your help.

Your donations can make a life-changing difference for Racheal and other children across Nigeria. Every contribution brings us one step closer to sending these children back to school, giving them the opportunity to learn, grow, and escape the cycle of poverty and abuse.

Donate Now and Change a Life

By donating today, you can help us keep our promise to Racheal and so many other children like her. You can help build a future where no child has to suffer the way she did, and every child has the chance to thrive through the power of education.

Together, we can rewrite Racheal’s story—and the stories of countless children in Nigeria. Donate to the Core Start Education Foundation today, and be the change that makes a brighter future possible.