For 12-year-old Teenisha Nita and younger sister Kamshin Lata support from the Bayly Welfare Fund has been a blessing. The siblings were at the Bayly's Lautoka office yesterday to collect their books, uniforms and stationery. They said they would not be able to go to school if they had not received help from the organisation.

Their mother, who works for a wholesale dealer, does not have a fixed wage. After paying the weekly rent for $16.50 the sisters and their mother does not have enough to take care of their other needs. Nita, who is in class eight, said the help was a big relief and after collecting their school items they would be able to prepare for the new term.

"We have received help from the Trust for three years - books, stationery and monthly food ration. I will study hard because my mother is struggling to make ends meet " said Nita. 

THE FIJI TIMES- SATURDAY 17TH JANUARY 2004