OUR PROJECT

Jonathan Holiday School

The Art of Courage funds the Jonathan Holiday School so it can provide free education to more than 400 children each year. With the help of our sponsors, we cover the cost of staff salaries, operational expenses, uniforms, school supplies and more!

01

The Beginning: Wall of Courage creates a spark!

Heather was introducing and showing for the first time her concept for the Wall of Courage.

She had completed 24 of the 80 paintings and they were on display for the first time in her gallery space in Kingston, Ontario.

Michael and Carol Holiday dropped in the gallery one evening after having dinner near by...

02

Dreams into reality

Mike and Carol had been discussing a dream to create a legacy for their son Jonathan who had passed away at the age of 17.

A spark was ignited as Heather spoke of the Wall, the meaning, and the Tchukudu Kids Home.

Mike asked "What's next?"

Heather replied that Kizungu would like to build a school. He had a dream to build a school that would be free for all the surrounding children.

Mike looked at Heather and said “I will build you that school”.

03

Class is in session!

The school opened and began teaching students under tarps while the 3 room school was being built over the years 2016-17.

Mike and Heather visited the school and Tchukudu Kids Home in September 2017.  

04

Today!

In Jonathan's name we have been able to educate 400+ students each year since 2017. (About 350 at the Jonathan Holiday School and about 50 Secondary School students)

This is all done through our generous sponsors!

This was a dream come true for Mike, Heather, Kizungu and children in the surrounding community.

05

And "What's Next?"

We still have a dream to build the remaining 3 classrooms which have been drastically delayed over the pandemic. If this is something that interests you, reach out!

01

The Beginning: Wall of Courage creates a spark!

Heather was introducing and showing for the first time her concept for the Wall of Courage.

She had completed 24 of the 80 paintings and they were on display for the first time in her gallery space in Kingston, Ontario.

Michael and Carol Holiday dropped in the gallery one evening after having dinner near by...

02

Dreams into reality

Mike and Carol had been discussing a dream to create a legacy for their son Jonathan who had passed away at the age of 17.

A spark was ignited as Heather spoke of the Wall, the meaning, and the Tchukudu Kids Home.

Mike asked "What's next?"

Heather replied that Kizungu would like to build a school. He had a dream to build a school that would be free for all the surrounding children.

Mike looked at Heather and said “I will build you that school”.

03

Class is in session!

The school opened and began teaching students under tarps while the 3 room school was being built over the years 2016-17.

Mike and Heather visited the school and Tchukudu Kids Home in September 2017.  

04

Today!

In Jonathan's name we have been able to educate 400+ students each year since 2017. (About 350 at the Jonathan Holiday School and about 50 Secondary School students)

This is all done through our generous sponsors!

This was a dream come true for Mike, Heather, Kizungu and children in the surrounding community.

05

And "What's Next?"

We still have a dream to build the remaining 3 classrooms which have been drastically delayed over the pandemic. If this is something that interests you, reach out!

SPONSOR A CHILD TODAY!

Starting at just $50/month!

Your sponsorship provides the below, as needed, and keeps our projects going!

Basic and Daily Needs

  • Food and nutrition
  • Shelter and safety
  • Clothing, toiletries etc.
  • Medical Care
  • Community of caregivers and lots of love!

Tchukudu Kids Home

  • Full-time care for 30 of the youngest most vulnerable children
  • Financial support for Welcome Families, single-parents and guardians
  • Building maintenance, running costs, equipment etc.
  • Support Staff salaries

Jonathan Holiday School

  • Education and exam fees
  • Teacher, Principal, and Support Staff salaries
  • Building maintenance, running costs, equipment etc.
  • Uniforms and School supplies

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