South Sudanese children in the classroom — St. Mary's Global Foundation program

Every Child Deserves a Chance to Learn and Thrive

We work side by side with communities in South Sudan to build schools, train teachers, run health clinics, and give children what they need to grow up healthy and educated. Since 2016, we have reached over 5,000 lives — and we are just getting started.

Registered NGO, South Sudan Operating since 2016 5,000+ Lives Impacted
5,000+
Lives Impacted
12
Active Programs
3
Communities Served
8+
Years of Service

A Beacon of Hope for South Sudan

Founded with a deep commitment to serving the most vulnerable, St. Mary's Global Foundation for Education and Health works tirelessly to bring quality education and essential healthcare to communities across South Sudan. We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive regardless of their circumstances.

Our holistic approach addresses the root causes of poverty by combining educational empowerment with health and wellness programs, creating sustainable pathways for community transformation that endure for generations.

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St. Mary's Foundation mission in action — South Sudanese community

Our Core Programs

We focus on two interconnected pillars that together create lasting change in the communities we serve.

Education Programs

Building futures through knowledge and opportunity

  • Primary and secondary school construction and staffing in rural communities
  • Teacher training and professional development workshops
  • Scholarship programs for girls and vulnerable youth
  • Adult literacy and vocational skills training
  • School feeding programs to improve attendance and nutrition

Health Programs

Ensuring access to essential healthcare for all

  • Community health clinics providing primary care and vaccinations
  • Maternal and child health support including prenatal care
  • Clean water and sanitation infrastructure projects
  • Health education and disease prevention awareness campaigns
  • Mental health and psychosocial support services

Impact Stories

Real stories from the communities we serve, showing how education and health programs are transforming lives every day.

South Sudanese children in school — education program

From a Refugee Camp to a Classroom Leader

Achol, a 14-year-old girl displaced by conflict, received a scholarship through our education program. Today, she is the top student in her class and dreams of becoming a doctor to serve her community.

Health and community care in South Sudan — St. Mary's Foundation

A Mother's Story: Safe Childbirth in Rural South Sudan

When Nyabol went into labor, the nearest hospital was hours away. Thanks to our community health clinic, she delivered her baby safely with trained midwives by her side, joining hundreds of mothers we have supported.

South Sudanese children benefiting from St. Mary's education programs

Building a School That Changed a Village

The village of Malakal had no school for over a decade. With support from generous donors, we constructed a primary school that now serves over 300 children, giving an entire generation access to education for the first time.

Children with hope — the face of tomorrow in South Sudan
"Any person who visits our work will see that we are the hope of millions of South Sudanese children and communities — not only in South Sudan but across the globe."
— St. Mary's Global Foundation, Juba

Working toward the goals of

UN SDGs
Education for All
Universal Health Coverage
Child Safeguarding
Community-Led

Every Dollar Reaches a Child in South Sudan

Your support funds classrooms, health clinics, teacher training, and scholarships for children who have nothing else. No overhead bloat — we work lean so your donation goes as far as possible.