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Forgotten People

Not every need fits neatly into a classroom or a feeding line. Forgotten People extends our promise of dignity to the elderly, the isolated, and communities other programs overlook.

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Women carrying gift bags at a BintiCare Forgotten People outreach

The challenge

Why this program exists

Every community has people whose needs sit outside the usual categories of school-age children — the elderly living alone, families isolated by distance or circumstance, people overlooked by mainstream aid. Forgotten People is BintiCare's response: a program built to grow around whatever form of dignity and support is most needed.

Our response

What this program does

Forgotten People is BintiCare's growing commitment to reach the elderly, the isolated, and the communities other programs overlook — extending our promise of dignity to those most at risk of being left behind entirely.

What we're working to achieve

  1. 01

    Identify overlooked community members

    Work with local leaders to find elderly and isolated residents in need of support.

  2. 02

    Extend dignity beyond school-based programs

    Reach people outside the usual scope of feeding and education programs.

  3. 03

    Build sustainable community check-ins

    Establish a consistent presence so support isn't a one-time gesture.

  4. 04

    Grow the program responsibly

    Expand activities as funding and community partnerships allow.

How it works

How the program runs day to day

  1. 01

    Community identification visits

    Working with local leaders and chiefs to find those most in need.

  2. 02

    Wellness and dignity outreach

    Providing basic support visits to elderly and isolated community members.

  3. 03

    Partnership building

    Connecting with local partners who can extend the program's reach.

Impact

What this program has achieved so far

Detailed impact figures for this program are available on request. Contact our team

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FAQs

Common questions

Who does Forgotten People support?

Elderly residents, isolated individuals, and community members who fall outside the scope of our school-based programs.

What does a Forgotten People visit look like?

Our team and local leaders identify elderly or isolated residents, then provide wellness and dignity outreach — a visit, support, and connection to further help where needed.

How can I get involved?

Reach out via our Contact page — we welcome both financial support and partnership from organisations working with elderly or isolated communities.

Contact

Questions about this program?

Forgotten People, Program Coordinator

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