An energetic young boy, Joel often keeps others on his toes with his active personality. He can often be found playing soccer with his friends, and he also likes to perform in concerts when he has the chance. Joel dreams of one day enlisting in the army so that he can protect his family and country from danger. Joel watched his father die of a heart complication two years ago. Because of the family's poverty, they could not afford medication or treatment. Although Joel's mother tries her best to provide for her son's needs, she continually struggles to make ends meet. Sponsorship now gives Joel access to things like a quality education and nutritious meals.
Snapshot
When we met Joel, he told us...
Goals
soldier
Subject
Rhymes
Country
India
Age
14
Activities
Sports
Birthday
2010-03-14
Enrollment Date: 08-10-2015
How Sponsorship Works
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Receive your welcome packet in the mail with more info on your child
Continue giving monthly or annually to meet your child's needs and write letters to stay in touch
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“Child sponsorship is very rewarding because you know you're making a difference for that child. But the blessing you will receive far surpasses even the difference you make in the children's lives. You will see God at work!”
— Lita, Kentucky
“Sponsoring two little girls from Guatemala has changed the way I see life. As Christ-followers, we are called to love God and love others. I believe that we love God through loving others, and child sponsorship gives us the opportunity to do that.”
— Kayla, Virginia
“I believe child sponsorship is a way to touch the future. It's important to invest in the next generation, both here and around the world.”
— Margaret, California