The Don McMath Foundation

09/10/2026

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We need new sponsors to maintain the level of enrolment. New sponsorship is £90 per annum (£7.50 per month). We have had some legacy sponsors sadly pass away, and others whose circumstances have changed and resulted in the inability to continue sponsoring their students. We put up sponsorship to this a while ago to cover increases in running costs, but many of our original sponsors still pay £60 per year. We can accept various forms of payment including credit card (via PayPal and JustGiving).

In just over a year, it will be our 25th Anniversary (January 2028) and we hope to have another celebration in the school.

Over the past years, we have registered and educated 1,033 children and sent to University 27 students, of which 9 have now graduated.

The Don McMath Foundation sponsors have made a difference to so many children and their families. Thank you all so much for your continued support.

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13/09/2026

Scenes from The Gambia - livestock on the beach and goat washing in the water 🐐

24/06/2026

Remember our sponsors Martin & Sharon? They are travelling all over Africa on an amazing adventure and we were thrilled that they paid us a visit.

27/05/2026

How has it been over a year since this visit from our lovely sponsors?!

14/01/2026

In Memory of Graham Cook

Dear Sponsors and Friends,

It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of one of our school trustees, Graham Cook, who died on Boxing Day 2025.

Graham was one of the school’s first trustees and played an important role in the early days of the Don McMath Foundation, particularly in helping us procure PCs and essential equipment. His commitment and generosity made a lasting difference to our work.

After a long and courageous battle with cancer, Graham passed away peacefully in the Macmillan Unit at Christchurch Hospital in Dorset, close to where he had lived for over 30 years. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.

As part of the Don McMath Foundation, we will especially miss Graham’s warmth, kindness, and unwavering support for our mission.

With sincere condolences,

Mick McMath

Don McMath Foundation

09/01/2026

Happy 2026! Our year has started with some fantastic news. One of our graduates has just received confirmation of her acceptance to Medical School at The University of The Gambia

"My name is Adam NJIE . I was a student in Don Mcmath foundation and I had spent quite some years there and I would say it’s the best school I have ever attended so far. Both of my parents are living and I live in an extended family. I have applied to the university some months ago and I have been accepted. I wish to study medicine and hopefully become a doctor someday. Thank you"

A huge congratulations to you Adam, we are so proud and happy to see your education progress so far.

Shared with permission

15/12/2025

A few photos from one of our Trustees recent visit - Gambia in December