Sponsor a child in India
Nestled in the mountains and surrounded by trees, the colorful buildings of a children’s home provide a safe haven for some of India’s most needy children. “[This place], to me, is like paradise,” says Pari. It became her home when she was 6 years old and has provided...
7 topics you can write about to your sponsored child
Did you know that when you sponsored a child you got a pen pal, too? Your sponsored child loves to receive letters from you and to hear about your life. Letters from you are an encouragement and a reminder that you care. Any letters you write your sponsored child...
Pray this prayer for your sponsored child
Do you ever wish you could be more involved in your sponsored child’s life? Through prayer, you can be involved in their life every day … without even leaving your house! When you pray for your sponsored child, you bypass the miles between you and give them the...
When your school becomes your home
A heavy spring rain falls outside Viola’s window. The children — her students — will have to stay with her for the weekend. This is not unusual. The slick mud makes it dangerous for them to make the long journey to their homes. If she’s honest, Viola knows that many...
Five things your letter says to your sponsored child
It’s easy to remember to tell people you love them when you see them often. But since you don’t see your sponsored child face-to-face, it can be difficult to remember to write. And even when you do, you may struggle with knowing what to say because of cultural...
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.