Special message for sponsors: Are you forgetting something?
It’s that time of year again — time for new notebooks, backpacks, and friends. It’s time to go back to school for many of the kids in our lives. During such a busy time, it’s easy to forget things. You might even have forgotten to fill out your back-to-school card for...
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...
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.