Children of the Month To provide immediate assistance to children living in emergency situations, and to help you learn more about the children assisted through Child Foundation's programs, we have created a special Children of the Month list. Each child's biography is listed below. As you read the children's stories, you will notice that each child's situation is similar, yet different. They are all experiencing poverty and hardship, but each child has risen above his or her circumstances to succeed academically.          Please consider sponsoring or making a donation to one or more of these children.   Samaneh, Iranian (YAS376) Samaneh is a charming five year old who has not yet started school.  Her family moved to the city of Sabzevar after her father passed away from a stroke three years ago. Her mother works as a school janitor, but her small income only pays for the cost of renting a single room apartment. The family has very little money for food, clothing and other basic necessities. As the family’s living situation does not provide a kitchen, or any other household utilities, they have been forced to use an outdoor tent as a makeshift kitchen. To improve the family’s quality of life, Samaneh needs one or more sponsors. Sponsor this Child Dewi, Indonesian (RINZ39)  Dewi is 12 years old. Even though she lives in extreme poverty, she has maintained high grades and is now in her fourth year of elementary school. She lives with her family in Bandung, one of the poorest cities in Indonesia.  Two years ago, Dewi's mother passed away from a serious illness. Although her father works, his income does not cover the basic living expenses for the family. Dewi currently lives with her grandmother and three sisters.  Dewi is succeeding in school, but she needs our help to maintain her health and complete her education. Please consider helping Sri Dewi and her family. Sponsor this Child Amir, Iranian (B248)  Amir is ten years old and loves to play football. He lives in the city of Tehran and is an exceptional fourth grader with a GPA of 19.73 out of a possible score of 20 points. Amir has a rare blood condition which requires on going medical attention. To add to the family's burden, both his parents are unable to work. Amir's father struggles with mental illness and on a regular basis must be periodically hospitalized. His mother, who developed osteoporosis, has been the sole caretaker of the entire family. The family is receiving a small stipend from another charity, but it is not enough to cover the family's medical, educational and humanitarian needs. Please consider helping Amir and his family. Sponsor this Child Jasim, Iranian (B 167) Jasim is 14 years of age and lives in the city of Sardasht. Over a year ago, Jasim was diagnosed with blood cancer. Jasim's parents are also in poor health and unable to obtain steady employment. The parent’s income is not enough to provide basic necessities for the family. Currently, Jasim is not receiving the necessary treatment or medication for his illness. Jasim loves school and has the desire and ability to succeed: however, he needs our help to maintain his treatment and continue his education. Sponsor this Child Yeni, Indonesian (RINZ33) Yeni is seven years of age. Although she is only in the first grade of elementary school, she has demonstrated to her teachers that she has a strong desire to learn.  Yeni and her family live in Bandung, one of the poorest cities in Indonesia. Unfortunately, Yeni's father is ill and can no longer work. Her mother's employment as a day laborer is sporadic and scarce. As the family lives in extreme poverty, Yeni's health is suffering.  In order for Yeni to stay healthy and continue her education, she needs our help. Sponsor this Child Sediqeh, Afghani (RF123)  Sediqeh is an exceptionally bright eight year old. She is in the second grade and has the highest GPA in her class--a perfect score--20 out of a possible score of 20 points. Sediqeh and her two siblings were born in Sharhre-Ray, Iran. Her family recently returned to Afghanistan and they now live in the city of Mazah Sharif. Unfortunately, Sediqeh's father has a heart condition and can no longer work. Her mother has very little education and cannot find regular employment. At present, the family lives in a mud shack with no windows, electricity or heat. Sediqeh loves learning and is interested in Calligraphy, but her parents can no longer afford to pay for their children's commute to school. Please help Sediqeh and her family. Sponsor this Child Sara, Iranian (CS214)  Sara is 21 years of age and lives with her family in a small village near Shiraz. Sara has proven herself to be an outstanding student. She not only graduated high school, she passed all her exams and was accepted into a nearby college. Sara's father died from kidney failure, leaving her mother to take care of her and her two older sisters. Even though both sisters are high school graduates, they have not been able to find employment. The family is receiving a small stipend from another charity, but this income does not cover basic living expenses. Sara and her family desperately need sponsors. Sponsor this Child Evaz, Afghani (CF133) Evaz lives in Mazah Sharif. He is in the third grade and is extremely studious for a child of 10 years old. He has a perfect GPA of 20 out of a possible score of 20 points. Unfortunately, Evaz's father was killed in an accident, leaving Evaz and his two sisters to take care of their ill mother. The social worker reports that the family is not only extremely isolated, but that their house is very damp and has no electricity or water. Evaz and his family are in desperate need of sponsors to provide ongoing humanitarian support.    Sponsor this Child Masoumeh, Iranian (YAS377)  Masoumeh is 14 years of age. She loves to work on computers and is completing her third year of middle school. Masoumeh lives in Tehran with her mother and two siblings. Her father died five years ago, leaving the family with no pension or property. Although her older brother works sporadically, his income barely covers the cost of renting their one room apartment. The mother has very little education and does not have the skills to obtain regular employment. The family receives a small stipend from another charity, but this is not enough to cover their basic needs. Even though Masoumeh has endured great hardships, she has maintained a GPA of 19.52 out of a possible score of 20 points. Please consider helping Masoumeh and her family. Sponsor this Child Habibeh, Iranian (R1337)  Habibeh lives in Tehran and is one of seven children. She is currently completing her third year of high school and has a GPA of 18 out of a possible score of 20 points. Unfortunately, both Habibeh's parents are ill. Her father has a serious heart condition and her mother has diabetes, as well as high blood pressure and high cholesterol. This, together with very little education, makes it very difficult for her parents to obtain regular employment. Although three of the six siblings work, their income is sporadic and does not cover the family's basic medical or humanitarian needs. In order for Habibeh to stay healthy and remain in school, she needs at least two more sponsors Sponsor this Child Please note that in order to protect the privacy of these children, we cannot release their photographs. However, once you become a sponsor you will receive a sponsorship kit containing   up-to-date photographs and information about your child.