School gardens: providing healthy nutrition for children
On August 25, 2026, Good Neighbors Kyrgyz Republic organized a practical experience-sharing workshop on "Organization of Healthy Nutrition in Schools" at K. Chokoev School in Kotormo village under the "Green Schools for Healthy Nutrition" project. School principals from the Uch-Terek and Bel-Aldy areas participated in the event.
The primary goal of the workshop was to demonstrate how the effective use of school grounds allows for growing fresh fruits and vegetables for the school cafeteria, thereby enriching students' daily diets with nutritious hot meals. 🍲🍛
During the field visit, the team of K. Chokoev School shared their unique experience:
- Crop diversity: apples, cucumbers, potatoes, strawberries, as well as lemons and bananas are successfully grown on the school grounds.
- High yield: the school harvests crops twice per season.
- Reliable storage: participants were shown a self-constructed basement storage facility that keeps the produce fresh throughout the entire school year.
Participants showed great interest in the practical details, discussing irrigation, crop cultivation, food storage, and adapting these approaches in their own schools. In addition, the school leaders addressed key challenges of mountainous regions, particularly the short agricultural season and limited access to irrigation water.
The workshop served as clear proof that school-based farming is an accessible and effective tool for enhancing hot meal programs and improving children's health. 💚
A large-scale stage of children's medical examinations has come to a close across four of our program target regions: Kok-Chu, B. Mambetov, Bel-Aldy, and Zhapalak. Over the course of two months, specialists from the "Kroha" children's clinic conducted comprehensive check-ups to identify health issues in children in a timely manner and provide the necessary support.
📊 Key Figures and Facts:
- 7,453 children were planned for coverage under the agreement.
- 340 additional children were examined by the "Kroha" clinic completely free of charge.
- 7,793 children in total underwent initial medical check-ups in 2026!
Based on the examination results, healthcare specialists highlighted key areas requiring further attention: 314 cases of myopia, 158 cases of chronic tonsillitis, 248 cases of earwax impaction, alongside other conditions requiring medical follow-up.
The collected data is already being processed by our team. All findings will form the foundation for planning new health-related projects, initiatives, and targeted assistance for 2027, ensuring that every child grows up strong and healthy.
We extend our sincere gratitude to our partners and everyone involved for their care and commitment to the future of the younger generation!
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1. Tender: Supply of a TV (110–115 inches), mobile stand, and presenter (clicker)
About the project:
Procurement of a widescreen display/TV (110–115 inches, 4K UHD, HDR, Smart TV) with a mobile floor stand on wheels and a wireless presenter (clicker). The equipment is intended for presentations, trainings, meetings, and video conferences in the Good Neighbors office conference room. The offer price must include delivery, assembly of the mobile stand, display installation, setup, and commissioning.
Submission deadline: October 20, 2026, by 18:00
Submission method: Via email to administration@goodneighbors.kg with the mandatory subject line "Телевизор"
For details, please visit tenders.kg under No. 32258 "Запрос коммерческих предложений: Поставка телевизора, диагональ 110-115 дюйм. Мобильная подставка. Кликер" dated Oct 14, 2026.
2. Tender: Supply, installation, and commissioning of educational, multimedia, and security equipment
About the project:
Equipping the Toktogul District Education Department, Middle School No. 21 named after Y. Alybekov, as well as "Nur" and "Ak-Shoola" kindergartens (Sary-Seget village, Toktogul district, Jalal-Abad region) with modern educational, multimedia, and security equipment. The list of equipment includes interactive displays (86" and 75"), professional audio systems, CCTV systems (20 IP cameras, NVR, UPS, network cabinets, and cables), as well as color inkjet MFPs and laminators, including full installation and setup services.
Submission deadline: October 21, 2026, by 17:00
Submission method: Hard-copy application in a sealed A4 envelope clearly marked "Оборудование в Токтогул" to the following address: 6 Imanaly Aidarbekov St., Bishkek (2nd floor, Good Neighbors Administration Department). For all inquiries, please contact us via email at administration@goodneighbors.kg
For details, please visit tenders.kg under No. 32150 "Поставка, установка и ввод в эксплуатацию образовательного, мультимедийного и оборудования безопасности" dated Oct 08, 2026.