There’s still time to Be the One!
This summer, we asked you one very important question: “Will you Be the One for a child in need?” And many of you responded! You stepped up to connect children with life-giving resources such as food, clothing, education, medical care, and the opportunity to hear the...
Welcome to the family: Samuel’s sponsorship story
As the oldest of seven children, Samuel has taken on a lot of responsibility — especially in such a large household. And living in a poor community in Uganda only makes his obligations more challenging. Still, even at the tender age of 16, Samuel has stepped up to...
What will I get when I sponsor a child?
Child sponsorship is so much more than just providing a child with essentials such as education, clean water, and healthy food. It’s about forming a relationship with one special child in a small corner of our world — and changing his life. And when you make the...
Caring About Women Should Start With Clean Water
The more I learn about unsafe drinking water in the developing world, the more I realize how dissimilar my daily routine is from millions of women. At all times, I am within steps of clean water. Showering in the morning is as simple as twisting a knob. Cooking dinner...Sponsorship Brings Hope to Kirinda
In a country where nearly 75 percent of the people live on less than $2 (U.S.) per day, the people of Kirinda, Uganda are surviving amid extreme poverty. Within this village, it is commonplace to lack basic necessities, such as clean water and educational...
Every day, I try to live my life in such a way that I accomplish at least one thing that will outlive me and last for eternity.