Whether you’re considering sponsoring a child today or already sponsor one with ActionAid, find out how child sponsorship changes children’s lives and supports entire communities.
From answering all your questions on how sponsorship works, to providing tips on how to write to your sponsored child, we have a wealth of resources and information to support you on your journey.
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Sponsor a child
Your sponsorship can help a child in one of the poorest countries in the world. Become a child sponsor now.
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Child sponsorship FAQs
Ever wondered what sponsoring a child involves? We answer all your questions about child sponsorship.
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History of child sponsorship
Trace the history of ActionAid’s child sponsorship programme, from the 1970s to what it looks like today.
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Gifts for sponsored children
Would you like to send a gift to your sponsored child? Find out how you can contribute to the gift fund.
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Letter-writing tips for sponsors
From what topics to write about to how to send your letters, here are our top tips on writing to your sponsored child.
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Sponsorship stories
Discover the inspiring stories of how child sponsorship is making a difference across the world.
Footnotes
Page updated 2 July 2021