Frequently asked questions
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Who are the Sisters of St. Therese?
We are an indigenous Cameroonian congregation of religious women, founded in 1963 by Bishop Jules Peeters, then Bishop of Buea. Over one hundred Sisters serve in schools, health institutions, pastoral centres, women’s empowerment centres and prisons across Cameroon.
Where is Sabongari?
Sabongari is a rural community in Nwa Sub-Division, Donga-Mantung Division, in the North West Region of Cameroon. It belongs to the Catholic Diocese of Kumbo.
What do you do there?
We run the St. Therese Women Empowerment Centre (a multipurpose cooperative and a vocational training centre) and St. Therese Catholic Comprehensive College, a secondary school.
How can I donate?
See our How to Give page for the available methods, or send a pledge and a Sister will confirm the payment details with you personally.
Can I choose what my donation is used for?
Yes. You can give to one of our six costed projects, to school or training fees, or leave it to us to use where the need is greatest.
Will I hear what my support achieved?
Yes. Project sponsors receive photos and a report. Please give us an email address or phone number so we can keep in touch.
Can companies or foundations partner with you?
Yes. We have worked with Manos Unidas, MIVA Switzerland and Educate Me Cameroon. See our Partners page and send us an enquiry.
How do I buy cooperative products?
Visit our shop. Products with a price can be ordered online. For others, or for bulk orders, send us an enquiry from the product page and we will give you a quote.
How do I enrol my child at SATHECCCOL?
Admission interviews take place at the Sabongari and Lihmbaw campuses, Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Bring a photocopy of the birth certificate, the last report card and writing materials.
Can I volunteer?
Yes, on site, from elsewhere in Cameroon or online. Fill in the form on our volunteer page.
Stand with the women and children of Sabongari
Fund a project, sponsor a student, buy what the women make, or simply start a conversation with us.