Children International

By Garrett Kenyon

PART TWO

In our last posting, we discussed what we could learn from a picture of Paola, an unsponsored, impoverished child. Today, we turn our attention to how Paola’s life will change if someone reading this story decides to sponsor her.

Sponsorship would drastically change this picture. Paola would be examined by a medical professional, and if she were suffering malnutrition or other medical conditions, she’d be treated and given medicine until her health stabilizes. She would be given vitamins and monitored by health professionals, and even have access to a dentist when she needs one. She would receive gifts her family could use – like clothing, kitchen utensils and warm blankets.

Next, her education would begin. She’d be enrolled in school, and provided with a uniform, books and pens, and other supplies. For those hours of the day when school is in session, Paola could escape that alley, her mind able to run free. Education would awaken her mind and give her the opportunity to make new friends. She’d gain self-esteem, and a chance to dream of a better life. From the day she became sponsored, her odds of getting out of that alley would increase greatly.

Most importantly, sponsorship will show Paola that someone out there cares about her. This would change the way she sees the world and herself. It’s amazing that for just $22 a month, someone can enter Paola’s sad story and instantly change things for the better. Whoever decides to sponsor Paola will see many more pictures of her. In each one, the effects of sponsorship will become more apparent. Before long, Paola will be a healthy, confident young lady. Her sponsor will see pictures of her and think back to this sad little girl standing in an alley, unable to smile, and think, “Did I do that?”

The answer will be “Yes”.

To sponsor Paola, please call 1-800-888-3089.