Mabuhay from Bohol: A Journey of Resilience, Hope, and Possibility
This journey was more than just a visit, it was a powerful reminder that none of us chooses where we are born. While any one individual may feel their ability to create change is limited, collective action can make a meaningful difference.
A school meal stopped Faith from becoming a child bride
The drought had stretched on for too long. The ground was dry. The harvests failed. At home, there were days when there was nothing to eat. 15-year-old Faith would go to school on an empty stomach.
From A Broken Piece of Clay to Changed Lives
Dorothy Chong’s journey of Child Sponsorship began in 2010, inspired by a conviction to sponsor 100 children, she started small with two sponsored children through World Vision. Her story shows how small acts of generosity, faith, and humility can create lasting change and transform lives.
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19 Reasons to Have Hope in 2019
Hope is infectious, even healing. But in a world that’s often dark, what is there to be hopeful for? Here are 19 reasons to have hope in 2019 — and how to pray for the needs that remain! -
Early Childhood Education Changed Mrs Daw's Life
“Sometimes, I go to the centre to talk to other caregivers and also give my time to support the teachers in taking care of the children in the ECCD centre,” says Mrs Daw. “(The) children look so happy as they play, read poems, sing songs and learn. I am also happy to see my children and other (children) playing and learning happily in the ECCD centre.” -
Water Trucks and Pipelines Quench Thirst and Bring Hope in Kenya
In Kenya, successive droughts and flash floods have destroyed infrastructure, leaving the locals and livestock struggling with serious water scarcity. While World Vision is building a new water pipeline to bring water to the area, we also provide temporary relief in the form of a 25,000 litre water truck that comes twice per week to the village. -
Malaria Still a Major Threat to Children
According to the World Malaria Report released in November 2017, there were 216 million cases of malaria in 2016, up from 211 million cases in 2015. About 90% of cases occur in the African region. Children under 5 years of age are particularly susceptible to infection in areas with high malaria transmission. More than 70% of all malaria deaths occur in this age group. -
Saving Rahila from Child Marriage
Rahila is 11. She lives in a traditional Afghan community where education for girls is often discouraged. Tremendous determination is needed to convince male family members to allow girls to attend school. Two of her sisters were married off when they were 14 and 16 years old. -
Khna Ny's Story
Overnight, Khna Ny and his two brothers became orphans. The youngest of them was only three. All three were at high risk of malnutrition, and were on the verge of not receiving an education. But this did not have to be. -
A to Z Guide: Letter Writing Ideas for Your Sponsored Child
A little spark goes a long way!
Have you ever found yourself at a loss when it comes to writing to your sponsored child? We’ve been there too, so we know just how it feels. Since writer’s block is not foreign to many child sponsors, we’re bringing you some tips and prompts to get your pen moving and that envelope filled! -
Top 7 Gifts that Sponsors Send to Their Sponsored Children
It's great to see sponsors thinking of buying gifts for their sponsored children! It truly means the world to them. Here, we've compiled a list of the most popular items that sponsors send to their children, for your inspiration! -
Share Your Sponsorship Story
Sharing your experience as a sponsor can open up opportunities for many other children to be sponsored!
