Carolina watched as the other children made their way to school. She eyed their freshly pressed uniforms, their new notebooks, and the handfuls of sharpened pencils. All Carolina wanted was to join them, but she knew her family would never be able to afford it. Her...
When I was a child, I always looked forward to visiting the greeting card section at the grocery store. I loved searching through all the different cards. I liked the ones that sang or made noises and laughed at the ones with jokes, but my favorites were always the...
What’s your favorite thing about sponsoring a child? If you’re like most people, writing letters is probably near the top of your list! And it’s no wonder. Letter writing allows you to build a relationship that spans continents and cultures. It helps you get to know...
Long-distance relationships can be hard — just ask a child sponsor! And they’re even harder when you know the other person is in need. If you’re a sponsor, you understand. We often hear from advocates who feel bad for not helping their boys or girls even more. They...
Asmita was only 5 years old when her mother died giving birth to Asmita’s baby brother. Her mother’s death left an indelible mark on Asmita, her family … and her future. For the next few years, her father tried to take care of Asmita and her younger brother alone....