13 November 2026 · 5 hours ago
A Student Carrying the Responsibility of His Family
Behind many students' educational journeys are stories of sacrifice, responsibility, and determination. This student from Khulna is one of those young people who must balance academic commitments with the responsibility of supporting his family.
He is currently studying in the fourth year of the Honours programme at Haji Muhammad Mohsin College, Khulna. Alongside his studies, he works at a local shop to earn an income. Through this work, he manages his own educational and personal expenses while also contributing to the maintenance of his parents.
At a stage in life when many students can focus primarily on their studies, he has taken on the additional responsibility of helping his family survive financially.
His Father's Illness Creates Further Financial Pressure
The family's financial situation became even more difficult when his father suddenly fell ill. This unexpected situation increased the family's expenses and placed additional pressure on their already limited resources.
With the responsibility of supporting his parents and managing his own needs, arranging money for his Honours fourth-year form fill-up became a serious challenge.
Despite working alongside his studies, his limited income was not enough to cover all the necessary expenses. He was facing the difficult prospect of struggling to complete an important academic requirement because of circumstances beyond his control.
DSF Extends Timely Educational Assistance
Recognizing his dedication to education and the financial difficulties facing his family, Do Something Foundation (DSF) provided BDT 7,000 in educational assistance.
The support was intended to help him meet his educational expenses, including the cost of his Honours fourth-year form fill-up. This timely assistance aims to reduce some of the financial pressure and help him continue his studies without allowing his family's hardship to become an obstacle to his academic progress.
For a student balancing employment, education, and family responsibilities, such support can make a meaningful difference at a critical moment.
Supporting Students Who Refuse to Give Up
Many talented and determined students face financial barriers that threaten their educational progress. Some must work long hours to support their families, while others struggle to meet even basic academic expenses.
Do Something Foundation believes that financial hardship should not prevent a deserving student from pursuing higher education. Through its Education Aid initiatives, DSF seeks to support students facing difficult circumstances and help them remain connected to their educational goals.
This student's determination to continue studying while contributing to his parents' well-being is a reminder of the sacrifices many young people make for their families and their future.
Sometimes, timely educational assistance does more than cover an academic expense; it allows a hardworking student to keep moving forward despite life's challenges.
Project Overview
Project Name: Educational Assistance for an Honours Student
Beneficiary: Fourth-year Honours student
Institution: Haji Muhammad Mohsin College, Khulna
Educational Level: Honours Fourth Year
Family Circumstances: Supports his parents while managing his own expenses
Additional Challenge: Father's sudden illness has increased the family's financial hardship
Support Provided: BDT 7,000
Purpose: Educational expenses and Honours fourth-year form fill-up
Organized By: Do Something Foundation (DSF)
Category: Education Aid
Date: November 13, 2026
