The barriers standing in the way of their dreams
A child kept out of the classroom today can become a part of tomorrow’s global crisis.
A child kept out of the classroom today can become a part of tomorrow’s global crisis.
A monthly gift of $49 supports one child—and four more children benefit. Our community-focused approach means we strengthen entire communities across education, health and more.
Click the pins and discover how sponsorship transformed nine lives around the world.
“I'm proud to teach others... I want to educate the young generation to understand... our culture and history.”
—Phanet, Grade 5 teacher and former sponsored child
“Now, I no longer have to walk long distances. I get to school on time, I wash my clothes, and most importantly, I drink clean water.”
—Emilie, sponsored child
“World Vision’s support helped me see barriers as opportunities. Without them, becoming self sufficient, and supporting others would have been a distant dream.”
—Martha, Technical Management Officer and former sponsored child
Abimael, a former sponsored child, is now a mayor - a position he never dreamt of as a child. He shares that his experience participating in World Vision’s leadership programs inspired him to make a positive change in his community.
“We write letters to each other. When they sent me money, I bought my own goats, school shoes, uniforms, and clothes for my brothers. When I grow up, I want to be a nurse so I can help people in my community.”
—Natalie, sponsored child
“My dream is to become a football player in future. I want to participate in matches. With my sponsor’s support, I know I can achieve my goals. Thank you sponsors!”
—Puja, sponsored child
“Sponsorship has helped us with the issue of drinking water since it helps us at home and at school.”
—Diego, sponsored child
“The sponsorship program has transformed me and my family’s life completely. I always dreamed of working to serve my community—my dream has now come true.”
—Pragati, former sponsored child and Field Mobilizer
“I’ve been sponsored for three years now, since 2022. I receive many gifts, including money from my sponsors. When I received the gift money, I bought two goats, and both are about to give birth.”
—Krishna, sponsored child
reading materials provided
children joined literacy activities
children received school supplies
Working hand-in-hand with local community partners, your monthly gift supports long-term change. Sponsorship is an investment in a child's future.
Tutoring, books and safe classrooms help kids’ dreams take flight.
Parents gain training; children focus on learning, not labor.
Keeping children safe from abuse and exploitation.
Clean water and latrines reduce illness; attendance and confidence grow.
Sponsorship is a partnership. You’ll get updates and letters of your impact over time.
Australian sponsor gets an update from her sponsored child, 20 years later. See the lasting impact.
Every dollar we receive fuels lasting change worldwide. Here’s the five-year average of how we use your donations.
Programs and advocacy
Funding programs that deliver clean water, education, healthcare and more.
Fundraising
Marketing and technology that enable us to raise more resources.
Administration
Essential operational costs—staff salaries and office expenses—ensure we run efficiently and ethically.
It costs $49 per month to sponsor a child. This tax-deductible monthly donation provides your sponsored child with access to education, safe water, nutritious food, healthcare and more. You can look forward to getting the first letter from your child in your welcome package. It’s the start of a beautiful and uplifting relationship!
Child sponsorship is more than a donation—it’s a personal connection. Your monthly gift provides essentials like clean water, education, healthcare and economic opportunities by strengthening communities, while you build a relationship with one child through letters and cards. We work with local partners and listen to each community’s needs to create lasting change for children and families.
Your sponsorship doesn’t go directly to your sponsored child as cash. Instead, your monthly gift is pooled with other donations to fund development programs that benefit your child, their family and their community. This community-focused approach multiplies impact: for every child sponsored, four more benefit too.
Yes. We account for every dollar to create lasting, sustainable change for vulnerable children. Over the past five years, 84.9 percent of funds went directly to programs, 10 per cent to fundraising and 5.1 percent to administration. Independent audits by KPMG ensure accuracy and transparency. Sponsorship funds are allocated based on local needs and costs, and up to five per cent may help children in areas without sponsorship programs—so your generosity goes further. Learn more in our latest Annual Results Report.