Pagi yang Bermakna di Sekolah Yatim Indonesia: Kolaborasi untuk Harapan

Minggu pagi yang cerah di Depok. Di sebuah sekolah sederhana bagi anak-anak yatim, keceriaan terpancar dari wajah-wajah polos yang sejak pagi telah berkumpul. Di antara tawa dan sapaan, tampak para guru menyambut hangat setiap anak yang datang—seolah berkata, “Hari ini akan berbeda.”

Dan memang berbeda. Hari itu, dua Rotary Club dari dua belahan dunia bersatu dalam misi mulia: mendukung pendidikan dasar dan literasi bagi anak-anak yang membutuhkan. Rotary Club Jakarta Cinere berkolaborasi dengan Rotary eClub One dari Amerika Serikat — dua klub yang resmi menjadi "Twin Club", kini bersatu tak hanya lewat komitmen, tapi lewat aksi nyata.

Bantuan tahap pertama yang diberikan mencakup sebuah laptop lengkap dengan perangkat lunaknya, satu speaker aktif, dan hampir seribu buku serta alat tulis. Semua ini bukan hanya benda — tapi jendela ke dunia yang lebih luas, yang mungkin selama ini belum sepenuhnya terbuka bagi anak-anak di sini.

Salah satu guru menatap haru saat laptop baru dinyalakan untuk pertama kali. “Ini bukan hanya alat bantu ajar,” ucapnya pelan, “ini jembatan bagi anak-anak untuk mengenal dunia yang lebih luas.” Ia tahu, perjuangan mengajar di tengah keterbatasan bukan hal mudah. Tapi hari itu, ia merasa tidak sendiri.

Anak-anak membuka buku-buku baru mereka dengan mata berbinar. Seorang siswa kecil berbisik, “Aku ingin belajar komputer, supaya bisa jadi guru seperti Bu Rina.” Di usia yang belia, mimpi-mimpi besar itu tumbuh dengan subur — dan kini diberi pupuk oleh tangan-tangan yang peduli.

Setelah acara serah terima, anak-anak diajak menikmati burger dan susu — sederhana, tapi penuh cinta. Di sela waktu, tim Rotary berdiskusi dengan pengelola sekolah. Mereka berbicara tentang langkah ke depan, terutama tentang bagaimana mendukung guru-guru hebat ini agar terus berkembang dan bertumbuh.

Kolaborasi ini bukan sekadar donasi. Ia adalah ungkapan kasih lintas negara, bentuk nyata dari semangat Service Above Self yang tak mengenal batas geografis.

Karena Rotary selalu menjadi jembatan — yang menghubungkan hati-hati baik dari berbagai belahan dunia, yang ingin memberi tanpa memandang batasan negara, budaya, atau bahasa. Di bawah panji pengabdian, Rotary menyatukan niat tulus menjadi tindakan nyata. Untuk masa depan yang lebih cerah. Untuk dunia yang lebih peduli.

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A Meaningful Morning at Yatim Indonesia School: A Collaboration of Hope

It was a bright Sunday morning in Depok. At a modest school dedicated to orphaned children, joy filled the air as students gathered early, their faces glowing with excitement. Teachers stood at the gate, warmly welcoming each child — as if saying, “Today is going to be different.”

And it truly was. That day, two Rotary Clubs from across the world came together with a shared mission: to support basic education and literacy for children in need. Rotary Club of Jakarta Cinere joined hands with Rotary eClub One from the United States — two clubs that had recently become Twin Clubs, now united not only in purpose but in action.

In this first phase, they donated a laptop with installed software, a Bluetooth speaker, and nearly a thousand items including notebooks, drawing books, Iqro books, and markers. These were more than just supplies — they were windows to a broader world, long out of reach for many of these students.

One teacher held back tears as the new laptop was powered on for the first time. “This is more than a teaching tool,” she whispered. “It’s a bridge that connects our children to a bigger world.” She knew the struggle of teaching with limited resources — but on this day, she didn’t feel alone.

Children unwrapped their new books with sparkling eyes. A small boy held his notebook tightly and softly said, “I want to learn computers, so I can become a teacher too.” Even at his young age, he already understood the power of knowledge and the beauty of giving back.

After the handover ceremony, the children were treated to burgers and milk — a small yet thoughtful gesture that made them feel seen and cherished. In between the laughter and smiles, the Rotary team sat down with the school’s foundation for a heartfelt discussion about the future, especially how to empower the dedicated teachers who give their all every single day.

This collaboration wasn’t just about giving supplies. It was a living example of compassion that transcends distance — a reflection of the Service Above Self spirit that knows no boundaries.

Because Rotary is, and has always been, a bridge — connecting kind hearts from different parts of the world who want to do good, regardless of nationality, culture, or language. Under the banner of service, Rotary transforms sincere intentions into meaningful actions. For a brighter tomorrow. For a more compassionate world.