Frequently Asked Questions

Step 1: Collection of School Supplies We host a 3K Walk/Fun day where supplies are dropped off We pick up in person upon request or arrangements We receive Amazon orders via our mailing address Donations of money, and then we buy items Step 2: Packing of School Supplies We package in the U-Haul Short Boxes We use the green shrink wrap for protection of the box/supplies Step 3: Shipment of School Supplies We use AmeZam: our trusted shipment company to Zambia AmeZam shipment ETA to Zambia is approximately 8 weeks Cargo ships from USA to the capital of Zambia, Lusaka When cargo arrives in Lusaka, Zambia - it is placed on a bus to its destination. Currently, final destination is Chipata, Eastern Province Step 4: Distribution Ceremony of School Supplies Our Executive Director, Esther Kamungu oversees the operation on the ground with partnerships from Teachers, Parents, and Students An organized ceremony is held to ensure equally distribution of items to the students. Our priority recipients are 1st graders; then examination classes (7th grade), and all those really in need of support. Hired transportation is arranged to successfully transport the 2 U-Haul Short Boxes to the school in the rural area of Chipata A hired professional photographer is also a part of the ceremony to capture moments Step 5: Update to our Donors We share feedback and photos of this school supplies distributions We share on social media, in person, emails or preferred method Follow up with success stories

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Currently, Daliso Foundation is seeking funds to ship 2 Wardrobe Boxes every first half and second half of a year to support 1,000 students. Our goal is to ship 2 Wardrobe Boxes per quarter, in every year. Below is a breakdown of all other costs within our shipment of school supplies to Zambia.