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Help for children in poverty around the world through child sponsorship.

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  1. Jul 4

    This , learn how you can help empower kids in the U.S. to break the cycle of poverty:

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    Jul 3

    Alejandro, a 21-year-old from , dreams of attending university to become an engineer. But his disapproving family and financial restraints made his dreams seem unreachable. Read his story here:

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  3. Jul 2

    Food insecurity in the U.S. has a lifelong effect: lower reading and math scores, more physical and mental health problems, more emotional and behavioral problems and a greater chance of obesity. Here's a look at child hunger in America from PBS:

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  4. Jun 30

    “When my son got sponsored, I noticed how good I felt every time I accompanied him to the community center. I started volunteering. I am honored to have this responsibility and opportunity to help. I have found my happiness here.” — Digna, CI volunteer, Philippines

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  5. Jun 29

    Our community centers are at the heart of everything we do. The 70+ community centers we operate around the globe serve as a place for kids to get healthcare, read, play and just be a kid. Learn all about our centers here:

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  6. Jun 28

    Everything changed when Chelsea, who sponsors Erick (13), brought her family on a trip to Mexico. The women became so inspired that they decided to sponsor Erick's siblings: Tadeo (3), Juan Carlos (6) & Madeline (10). Learn more about :

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  7. Jun 28

    Thank you for sharing and supporting our mission to , !

    Looking for a positive read on giving back? Then you’ve come to the right spot as we donated to three different organizations during May and June. Learn who the organizations are and what was donated @
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  8. Jun 27

    Financial education begins early for CI's sponsored children. , our partners in our social and financial responsibility program, helps prepare kids for adulthood by teaching them the importance of money management.

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  9. Jun 26

    Growing up in poverty, Daniel faced obstacles to his , including a lack of school supplies to do his homework. Today, he's in Ecuador serving the community as a doctor. You can help others like Daniel rise above poverty through HOPE scholarships:

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  10. Jun 25

    For kids living in poverty, life doesn’t come with guarantees like having shoes to wear to school and getting an education. We work to provide children with the tools to grow up educated, employed and empowered to break the cycle of poverty. Learn more:

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  11. Jun 21

    It's , so we're putting the spotlight on Unmesh, a program in our India programs empowering children through yoga. Sponsored kids focus on developing five core traits: confidence, perseverance, focus, dedication and accountability.

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  12. Jun 20

    Thanks to lead donors Dave and Fiona Cormack and their family, the newly renovated Children International community center and youth resource center in are now open to support 9,000 children in the Cartagena community! Read about the new centers:

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    Jun 18

    Youth from participating in the launch of Aflateen Digital Clubs. This programme, implemented through the platform, uses tablets to support the learning process and development of teenagers!

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  14. Jun 19

    More than 1 billion people are infected by soil-transmitted parasites due to inadequate sanitation. Children International is fighting disease and saving lives through the Safe Water & Handwashing program with the support of our partner, .

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  15. Jun 17

    Happy Father's Day! Our work wouldn't be possible without parents who work hard, volunteer and give their all to help their kids rise above poverty. Thank you!

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  16. Jun 16

    This Father’s Day weekend we celebrate men like Octavio who help raise our children happy, healthy and safe.

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  17. Jun 15

    HOPE scholarships support teens like Nadelin, who sometimes have to choose between school & supporting family. Today she's ready to achieve her goal of becoming a lawyer. Support a child’s !

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    Jun 14

    hacemos reconocimiento público a Dave y Fiona Cormack, líderes embajadores de Children International, quienes a través de trabajo social ayudan a más de 12mil niños, niñas y jóvenes de escasos recursos para que accedan a programas transformativos y de emprendimiento.

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  19. Jun 12

    Your shopping matters. This Father's Day, shop for Dad at and Amazon donates to Children International. Make a difference in our fight to today!

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  20. Jun 12

    Happy Independence Day, or Araw ng Kasarinlan, from the Philippines! We serve 50,000+ kids in 14 community centers in this island nation. And we’re just getting started!

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