By Allen Kansiime
The Ruparelia Foundation has donated scholastic materials, sanitary pads and sports equipment to Luweero Girls Primary School in an initiative aimed at supporting learners and preserving the legacy of the late rally driver Rajiv Ruparelia.
The donation included books, reams of paper, pens, pencils and toilet paper, alongside sanitary pads and balls to encourage girls’ participation in sports.
Rajiv, the son of businessman Dr Sudhir Ruparelia, died last year, leaving the motorsport fraternity and his supporters mourning the young rally driver.
The school outreach formed part of activities surrounding the second edition of a motor competition held in his memory in Gulu District, with organisers extending the initiative beyond motorsport to support young people in the community.
Speaking during the handover, Kimera Stewart, who led the Ruparelia Foundation team, said the initiative was intended to keep Rajiv’s spirit of generosity and support for others alive.
“Rajiv believed in giving, supporting people and creating opportunities for others. We want to keep that spirit alive by supporting these girls and giving them something that can make a difference in their education and lives,” Kimera said.
He also urged parents and teachers to encourage girls to participate in sports, noting that extracurricular activities can help learners develop confidence, discipline and discover their talents.
“Sports is not only about winning competitions. It gives girls confidence, discipline and an opportunity to discover their talents,” he said, adding that participation could open opportunities for some learners to pursue sporting careers.
The outreach also highlighted the importance of supporting girls’ education and welfare, particularly through access to learning materials and menstrual hygiene products.
Community leaders emphasised that such support can help girls remain in school, participate fully in learning and engage in activities that contribute to their personal development.
Luweero Girls Primary School headteacher Christine Kigozi thanked the Ruparelia family for the donation, saying the items would help address some of the school's needs.
“We are very grateful to the Ruparelia family for considering our school and bringing us these many useful items. The books, stationery, sanitary pads and sports equipment will greatly support our learners, especially the girls,” Kigozi said.
She added that the school's inclusion in activities organised in Rajiv's memory made the gesture particularly meaningful, while the donated items would provide practical benefits to learners.
During the visit, the foundation team also planted a memorial tree at the school in honour of Rajiv, symbolising remembrance and the commitment to continue supporting young people.
The initiative reflects the organisers' efforts to combine motorsport with community outreach, using Rajiv's memory to promote education, sports and opportunities for the next generation.
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