Sponsor a child in India

Sponsoring a child in Rural India

Why Sponsor a child in rural India?

Sponsorship for the poorest and most disadvantaged rural children is just as relevant in southern India today as it has ever been.

The children waiting for sponsorship come from families who are shunned by the societies that they live alongside. Born into begging or tribal communities - outside the caste system - they are marginalised and neglected. Their parents are poor, often illiterate, and do not value education, denying their children the opportunity to escape the accident of their birth.

How does the scheme work?

The scheme focusses on helping the children complete full-time education, develop their innate abilities and build their confidence to realise their ambitions. It also provides help and assistance to their families and communities, which we know through over twenty-five years of experience is essential for success.

The scheme is run by dedicated qualified social workers; well-known and respected by the communities they work with. They monitor each child’s progress closely and visit the family regularly in their own homes. The families often need a great deal of help in gaining the government assistance that they are entitled to and to obtain essential Identity cards

What does our child sponsorship scheme fund?

·       A school uniform every year.

·       A sturdy backpack, books, pencils, and school equipment every year.

·       Extra-curricular classes and homework support for the children

·       An annual birthday party for each child with cake and presents.

·       Attendance at a three-day summer camp to develop skills and knowledge.

·       Close monitoring of the progress of each child

·       Development opportunities for the families of sponsored children

·       Salaries of social workers and teachers involved.

How much does it cost to sponsor a child in India?

·       Sponsoring a child costs £20 per month.

·       Sponsorship starts whilst the child is at primary school and continues until they finish their secondary education.

·       Part of the sponsorship fee is devoted to delivering appropriate services and assistance to the communities that the sponsored children live in.

Note: As a volunteer led charity with no paid employees our expenses are low which means that every penny of the fee is sent to the scheme in India.

What will I receive as a child sponsor?

On signing up you will receive a welcome pack giving details of the child and his or her family with a photograph. Thereafter you will get a report every six months.

Each Spring you will get a photo of the child and a progress report on the child and his or her family. In the Autumn, you'll receive a hand-drawn card, a unique message from your child, and a report on community activities funded by your sponsorship.

You can even write to your sponsored child!

You can write twice a year to your sponsored child, and you will receive a written reply with the next report. Many sponsors welcome this opportunity to engage more with the child that they sponsor.

Note: Unfortunately, it is not possible for you to send gifts to your child.