Adidome: The Scripture Union (S.U.) of Keta Senior High Technical School (KETASCO) in the Keta Municipal has made a donation to the Good Samaritan Home in Adidome, a foster home for orphaned and vulnerable children. The donation was aimed to promote compassion and social responsibility among students.
According to Ghana News Agency, the union, led by its executives and patrons, donated assorted items, including foodstuffs, clothing, toiletries, bottled water, and soft drinks to support the daily upkeep of the home. The donation also aimed to reaffirm the Union's commitment to social impact and Christian charity beyond the school community.
Master Emmanuel Armah, President of the KETASCO Scripture Union, told GNA the gesture reflected the group's belief in investing in the potential of every child, regardless of their background. 'The children at Good Samaritan Home are not just recipients of our generosity; they are our brothers and sisters, the future leaders, innovators, and changemakers of our world. By supporting them, we are not just contributing to a better society and upholding the Christian values of love and service, but also pulling them along to develop with us,' Master Armah said.
The Good Samaritan Home, which also runs vocational training programmes in carpentry, dressmaking, and agriculture, continues to face financial and logistical challenges in maintaining its educational and caregiving efforts, a situation that necessitated the benevolent action by the students of KETASCO.
Reverend Father Mark Ekpo, Head of the Good Samaritan Home, applauded the students and staff for their generosity and called on well-meaning individuals and organisations to also support the home to sustain it. 'It is heartwarming to see young students take up the mantle of giving. However, this Home needs consistent support from stakeholders to provide holistic care and skill-based education to these children,' he remarked.
Mr. Prosper Agbagli, Patron of KETASCO SU, in an interview with the Ghana News Agency, commended the initiative and expressed pride in the leadership and benevolence displayed by the Union. He assured that the school's administration would continue to support initiatives that develop students morally, spiritually, and socially. He also expressed gratitude to all contributors and reaffirmed their commitment to returning for future outreach activities.
The group described the donation as just the beginning of a long-term relationship with the home. 'This is not a one-time act of kindness. We look forward to continuing our support and mobilising more people to extend love to those who need it most,' Mr. Agbagli said.
The visit was part of a broader vision by the Union to promote a culture of service among the youth, echoing the belief that change begins with simple acts of kindness. The Good Samaritan Home is a sanctuary for persons with intellectual disabilities aimed at providing holistic education towards human dignity.