A quote graphic reads, ""There is a saying: If you educate a girl child, you educate the nation." — Damison Senzani, Head Teacher, Chapita Primary School, Malawi"

Girls in Malawi have big plans for the future. 💙

With support from the #KINDFund, launched in 2010 by @ms.now's @lawrenceodonnell.bsky.social and UNICEF USA, their dreams have a much better chance of coming true.

Learn more about this transformative initiative: https://buff.ly/8NNSTQs

The K.I.N.D. Fund Kids in Need of Desks UNICEF USA and MS NOW’s partnership supports quality education in Malawi by providing kids in need with desks and scholarships.

As @lawrenceodonnell.bsky.social put it last week, "without Victor, there would be no desks. [...] Without Victor, there would've been no girls' scholarships."

Watch Lawrence's send-off to his friend: www.youtube.com/watch?v=hIWZ...

And of course, you can still support the #KINDFund here:

As we celebrate another successful year of the #KINDFund, we also wanted to celebrate UNICEF's Victor Chinyama, who is retiring after 28 years of service #ForEveryChild. Victor played a critical role in establishing the #KINDFund with @lawrenceodonnell.bsky.social, and has seen its impact firsthand:

I just gave to UNICEF's #KINDFund to support girls' scholarships. Please join me in supporting the #KINDFund. Even a small donation goes a long way in Malawi either for desks for schools or girls' scholarships.

K.I.N.D. Scholarships Help Girls in Malawi Pursue Their Dreams Scholarships from the K.I.N.D. (Kids In Need of Desks) Fund help girls in Malawi graduate from high school.

These #KINDFund scholarship recipients, past and present, have big plans for the future:

"Donate a desk. Change a child's future. Help students learn and follow their dreams through the K.I.N.D. Fund." + a photo of a child sitting at a desk writing

Desks aren't just classroom furniture; they're building blocks for a brighter future.

Learn how you can help children in Malawi get the most out of their education through the #KINDFund, our partnership with @lawrenceodonnell.bsky.social: buff.ly/63WfiNr

Thank you @lawrenceodonnell.bsky.social for remembering the reason for the season.
Lift others up and we all rise!
We are all in this together...
#kindfund #unicef #kindness #unity
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K.I.N.D. Scholarships Help Girls in Malawi Pursue Their Dreams Scholarships from the K.I.N.D. (Kids In Need of Desks) Fund help girls in Malawi graduate from high school.

These #KINDFund scholarship recipients, past and present, have big plans for the future:

@lawrenceodonnell.bsky.social shares an important lesson on the value of listening

#KINDFund

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K.I.N.D. Scholarships Help Girls in Malawi Pursue Their Dreams Scholarships from the K.I.N.D. (Kids In Need of Desks) Fund help girls in Malawi graduate from high school.

Learn more about how #KINDFund scholarships help girls in Malawi realize their potential, and how you can help:

Mirriam stands to address her classroom

In Malawi, 14-year-old Mirriam's family relies on subsistence farming and couldn't afford to send her to high school. A scholarship through the #KINDFund — our partnership with @ms.now's @lawrenceodonnell.bsky.social — changed her life. She's now pursuing her dream of becoming a doctor.

#KINDFund

Chikondi means ‘love’

#KINDFund

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The K.I.N.D. Fund Kids in Need of Desks UNICEF USA and MS NOW’s partnership supports quality education in Malawi by providing kids in need with desks, sponsorships

I was more than happy to send my yearly donation to ensure that one girl can go to high school in Malawi and to support the good work of one of the very best media people, the great #LawrenceODonnell #KINDFund #Unicef www.unicefusa.org/what-unicef-...

The feeling of giving!
The sweet voices of the students who benefit from the work of the #K.I.N.D.Fund do more for us than they will ever know.❤️

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#KINDFund
#EducateGirls

December 16, 2025.Hi Mr O' Donnell @lawrenceodonnell.bsky.social wanted to let you know that my Mom and myself have been making annual contributions to the K.I.N.D. Fund for the last 5 years. My name is Laura Leigh of New York city, thank you for the good work. #KINDFund

We're so proud of Joyce and all of the girls pursuing their dreams with support from the #KINDFund. 💙

Please share or donate if you can. Lastworddesks.ms.now @lawrenceodonnell.bsky.social #donate #share #kindfund #gift
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Schools with desks report increased attendance, higher retention rates among girls and greater participation across the board, demonstrating how improved classroom resources can make a huge difference. Learn more about how you can support these efforts through the #KINDFund: buff.ly/dHSnLHs

#KINDFund teacher: ‘If you educate a girl, you educate the nation’ youtu.be/BpafpGP6-Lg?...

Students raise their hands and cheer. A truckload of desks can be seen behind them.

Students raise their hands and cheer. A truckload of desks can be seen behind them.

A group of joyful children raising their hands and smiling

Nine-year-old Khumbo and 15-year-old Blessings help carry a desk to their class

Scenes of joy from late October as students at Naluva Primary School in Salima, #Malawi carry in desks delivered by the #KINDFund. Our 15-year collaboration with @ms.now's @lawrenceodonnell.bsky.social has benefitted over 1.6 million learners throughout the country to date: https://buff.ly/dHSnLHs

This is the way. Help children. #KINDFund #UNICEFUSA #DonatePlease #Fundraising

K.I.N.D. Fund Celebrates 15 Years of Impact for Children in Malawi A look back at the early days of MS NOW and UNICEF's K.I.N.D. Fund, a longstanding partnership that continues to improve education outcomes in Malawi.

Fifteen years ago, @ms.now's @lawrenceodonnell.bsky.social and UNICEF USA teamed up to deliver desks to classrooms across Malawi. Since then, the #KINDFund has benefitted 1.6 million students.

Learn how this partnership continue to help kids imagine a brighter future:

WOW! Thanks for the Blessings of the follow-up of the #KINDFund success, Lawrence! ✨The smiles and, most of all, the expressions of curiosity that shine on the children's faces! 💖✨💫

K.I.N.D. Scholarship Student: ‘I have to fight for my freedom’ youtu.be/9exx_gShpMY?...

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"Donate a desk. Change a child's future. Help students learn and follow their dreams through the K.I.N.D. Fund." + a photo of a child sitting at a desk writing

Desks aren't just classroom furniture; they're building blocks for a brighter future.

For #GivingTuesday, learn how you can help children in Malawi get the most out of their education through the #KINDFund, our partnership with @lawrenceodonnell.bsky.social: buff.ly/63WfiNr

K.I.N.D. Fund Celebrates 15 Years of Impact for Children in Malawi A look back at the origins of a longstanding and successful partnership that continues to open doors for children in Malawi.

Fifteen years ago, @ms.now's @lawrenceodonnell.bsky.social and UNICEF USA teamed up to deliver desks to classrooms across Malawi. Since then, the #KINDFund has benefitted 1.6 million students.

For #GivingTuesday, here's a look at how this partnership continue to help kids imagine a brighter future:

Back to School: How the K.I.N.D. Fund Is Transforming Education in Malawi UNICEF USA President and CEO Michael J. Nyenhuis and MS NOW's Lawrence O'Donnell discuss the impact of the Kids in Need of Desks (K.I.N.D.) Fund.

"Kids who grew up on K.I.N.D. Fund desks are now in college. Girls who received K.I.N.D. scholarships are breaking barriers and pursuing higher education."

@lawrenceodonnelljr.bsky.social talks with Michael Nyenhuis, our President and CEO, about the impact of the #KINDFund over the past 15 years:

K.I.N.D. Fund Desks Make A Big Difference for Students in Malawi A partnership between UNICEF USA and MS NOW's Lawrence O'Donnell provides school desks for children in Malawi, improving education outcomes. [video]

In the majority of Malawi's schools, students sit on the floor, jostling for space in a crowded classroom, struggling to concentrate and write legibly.

The answer? Desks for all, through the #KINDFund, our partnership with @lastwordmsnow.bsky.social. @lawrenceodonnelljr.bsky.social