BACK TO SCHOOL CAMPAIGN
De Marillac Centre Back to School Campaign: Giving Children Hope Through Education For many children in vulnerable situations, going back to school is more than simply resuming classes. The cost of school fees, uniforms, school bags, books, stationery, shoes, and other essential learning materials can become a major barrier to education. Through this campaign, De […]
MONTHLY NEWSLETTER, AUGUST EDITION
August at De Marillac Centre: A Month of Learning, Growth and Meaningful Experiences The month of August was another remarkable period of learning, growth, engagement, and memorable experiences at De Marillac Centre. As we continue our mission of providing care, protection, education, rehabilitation, and opportunities for vulnerable children, the month presented several activities that contributed […]
De Marillac Children Participate in Red Cross Camp: A Week of Learning, Friendship and Empowerment
From 16 to 23 August 2026, children from De Marillac Centre participated in the Red Cross Camp, an enriching week of learning, friendship, teamwork and personal development. The camp provided the children with an opportunity to step outside their usual environment, interact with other young people, acquire valuable life skills and participate in activities designed […]
De Marillac Centre Celebrates SS3 Beneficiaries at a Memorable Send-Forth Party
SS3 Beneficiaries Send-Forth Party On Friday, 27th June 2026, De Marillac Centre proudly hosted a memorable SS3 beneficiaries send-forth party to celebrate the remarkable journey and achievements of our graduating students. The event was a joyful occasion filled with gratitude, encouragement, laughter, and heartfelt reflections. It marked an important milestone in the lives of the […]
De Marillac Centre Successfully Hosts Its 20th Anniversary Celebration
The De Marillac Centre proudly and successfully hosted its 20th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, 13th December, marking two decades of dedicated service to children and humanity. The milestone event brought together partners, supporters, beneficiaries, religious , staff and members of the public to celebrate a journey of hope, compassion, and transformation. A Memorable 20th Anniversary […]
Feed a street child outreach in Port Harcourt – De Marillac Centre at 20
Sharing love on the streets As part of the ongoing 20th Anniversary Celebration of De Marillac Centre, our dedicated Sisters and Staff took to different streets in Port Harcourt today to share food, love, and joy with children and families. this was done in line with our planned FEED A STREET CHILD CAMPAIGN and also […]
Feed a Street Child: Join Our 20th Anniversary Meal Campaign
Feed a Street Child Every day, thousands of children live on the streets without a guaranteed meal. Many go to bed hungry, uncertain when next they will eat. At De Marillac Centre, we believe no child should live without hope, love, and the basic dignity of food. 20 Years of Restoring Hope For the past […]
Celebrating 20 Years of Hope, healing and Transformation at De Marillac Centre
Celebrating 20 Years of De Marillac Centre This year, De Marillac Centre proudly celebrates its 20th Anniversary—two decades dedicated to giving hope, dignity, and opportunities to children from the streets. Since its founding in 2005 by the Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul, the Centre has grown into a beacon of love, education, […]
De Marillac Centre Beneficiary Graduates Overall Best at Lindalva Inclusive School, Benin
De Marillac Centre Beneficiary Graduates Overall Best at Lindalva Inclusive School, Benin At De Marillac Centre, we believe every child deserves the chance to dream, learn, and thrive. Today, we celebrate a shining example of this mission fulfilled – one of our beneficiaries has graduated as the overall best student in her class at Lindalva […]
Dumo Lulu-Briggs Visits De Marillac Centre: A Heartfelt Encounter with Hope
Date: 20th June 2025Location: De Marillac Centre, Rivers State A Day of Impact and Inspiration De Marillac Centre was honored to welcome Chief Dumo Lulu-Briggs, a well-known philanthropist, governorship aspirant, and founder of the Dumo Lulu-Briggs Youth Foundation, during his recent visit to our facility. His presence brought excitement, encouragement, and renewed hope to the […]