My name is Erick Masingo Wasike, and my story is a testament to the life-changing impact of education after receiving a scholarship from William Budd through NCCK. Growing up, we faced significant financial challenges. After the first term of my first year, my education was nearly cut short because my parents could not afford it. This scholarship not only covered my school fees but also allowed me to focus on my studies without worrying. It taught me that education is an equalizer.
For my tertiary education, I applied for government bursaries and took loans to pay my fees, determined not to let financial barriers hinder my dreams. In 2017, I graduated from the Technical University of Kenya with a degree in Electrical Engineering. Today, I’m a contractor in solar supplies, and my dream is to venture into entrepreneurship and create job opportunities for others.
Thank you, William Budd, for contributing to brightening my future. My earnest plea is to consider sponsoring students right from their first year, but if your generosity can be extended to those who qualify for tertiary education, that would be wonderful.
