Joseph is an active and intelligent young boy. He is often found playing soccer with his friends in the village. A bright student, he excels in every subject at school, his favorite being English. Joseph aspires to use his education to become a doctor and help save lives in his community. Joseph has known significant tragedy and poverty in his young life. His father drowned while fishing before he was born. Soon after, his mother remarried and left her children with their elderly grandparents. With no job or source of income, Joseph?s grandparents struggle each day to provide Joseph?s necessities and pay for his school fees. Through sponsorship, Joseph will receive things like nutritious meals and a continuing education.