PROJECT
Daystar Int'lSchool Project
Two Ninety-Eight Foundation Partnering with Daystar International School Madagascar.
Daystar International School was established in 2019 in Mahajanga, Madagascar, and is dedicated to providing affordable, quality education in a safe and nurturing Christian environment. The school’s mission is to equip students with a strong academic foundation while fostering intellectual, moral, and spiritual growth in every child, regardless of their background.
Since its inception, Daystar has grown significantly and now serves over 175 students across two campuses, located in Mahajanga and Antsirabe. The school operates on the principle that education should not only impart knowledge but also nurture character, instilling values of responsibility, kindness, and integrity.
Daystar International School has become an essential educational hub for the community, offering scholarships to ensure accessibility for families in need, with some students receiving up to 70% scholarship support.
Nikki and Francine Bruce
- Founders
“There is a heartfelt urgency to support the many missionaries, pastors, widows, and orphans in need of our help”
Cofie and Lois Bruce
- Chief Operating Officer
“To be of benefit to all children who need the support of the greatest goal in my life.”
founders
Meet our founders
Daystar International School was founded by Nikki and Cofie Bruce, two missionary brothers, and their wives, Francine and Lois.
Nikki and Francine first arrived in Madagascar in 2016 as Christian missionaries, driven by a passion to serve communities through faith. In 2019, they established the Mahajanga campus, laying the foundation for Daystar’s mission of providing affordable, quality education in a safe, nurturing environment.
In 2022, Cofie and Lois joined the mission in Madagascar, expanding Daystar’s reach by founding the second campus in Antsirabe. Together, the founders have dedicated their lives to empowering young minds, fostering Christian values, and promoting holistic development for children across the region.
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Why we need this project
For the past five years, Daystar International School has operated from rented properties. While this was sufficient during the school’s early years, the rapid growth of the student population has made it increasingly unsustainable.
The current rented facilities have significant limitations, including:
- Lack of adequate classroom space, forcing different grades to share rooms.
- Inability to accommodate further growth due to space constraints.
- No room for essential amenities such as a sports field, science laboratories, or administrative offices.
These challenges limit the quality of education we can provide and hinder the school’s ability to grow and meet the community’s needs.
This project aims to address these issues by establishing a permanent home for Daystar International School, ensuring adequate space and facilities for a holistic and high-quality education. With a permanent structure, the school will be able to expand, improve its learning environment, and provide vital resources for students’ growth and development.
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Goals & Objectives
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Purchase land in a suitable location to construct the school’s facilities.
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Build classrooms, administrative offices, and essential amenities such as a sports field and science labs.
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Equip the new facilities with furniture, learning materials, and resources to provide high-quality education.
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Create a sustainable environment that allows for future expansion and accommodates the growing demand for affordable, quality education in the region.
how can you help
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Trailblazer
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Ideal for: Individuals or small organizations eager to contribute to the foundational stages of our school project
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Benefits: Recognition on the Daystar International School website, regular updates on progress, and an annual impact report highlighting achievements.
Trailblazer Beta
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Ideal for: Individuals or small organizations eager to contribute to the foundational stages of our school project
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Benefits: Recognition on the Daystar International School website, regular updates on progress, and an annual impact report highlighting achievements.
Cornerstone
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Ideal for: Medium-sized businesses or donors looking to play a pivotal role in shaping the school's future.
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Benefits: Includes all Foundation Builder benefits, featured logo placement on campaign materials, a quarterly personalized impact update, and acknowledgment in school newsletters.
Beacon of Hope
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Ideal for: Medium-sized businesses or donors looking to play a pivotal role in shaping the school's future.
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Benefits: Recognition on the Daystar International School website, regular updates on progress, and an annual impact report highlighting achievements. All Architect of Change benefits, VIP invitations to key events(including the ground breaking ceremony), co-branding opportunities, and a dedicated donor liaison for tailored updates and engagement.
Visionary
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Ideal for: Visionary leaders and businesses committed to significant and lasting contributions to educational development.
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Benefits: Includes all Beacon of Hope benefits, naming rights for a classroom or facility, exclusive recognition during public events, and a tailored tour of the project with school leadership.
Legacy Builder
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Ideal for: Donors passionate about leaving a lasting legacy for generations of students.
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Benefits: All Pillar of Progress benefits, prominent recognition on a "Founders Wall," naming rights for a key facility (e.g., library, sports field), and a feature in a special documentary about the school's journey.
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Micheal
- 7 Years
Hello, my name is Michael and I am 7 years old and I want to be an astronaut when I grow up.
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Micheal
- 7 Years
Hello, my name is Michael and I am 7 years old and I want to be an astronaut when I grow up.
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Isaiah
- 12 Years
Hello, my name is Isaiah and I am 12 years old and I want to be a doctor when I grow up.
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Samahtna
- 6 Years
Hello, my name is Samahtna and I am 6 years old and I want to be a ballet dancer when I grow up.
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