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Mohammad Sedigh
ID Number: Banafsheh 1587
Mohammad Sedigh is a 15-year-old boy in ninth grade. He is a talented student and he lives in Urmia, Iran. His father is unable to work due to chronic depression. As a result, custody of Mohammad Sedigh and his two sisters was given to their mother. Mohammad Sedigh has become thin and weak from hypothyroidism and calcium deficiency, but his mother cannot afford sufficient food to keep him healthy. Mohammad Sedigh’s family lives with his paternal grandmother in her house. The house has only two rooms; one for the grandmother, and the other for the family.
Mohammad Sedigh has excelled in school despite his illness because he knows it is valuable. He needs support from a sponsor to thrive in his studies and build a better future for himself. After reviewing Mohammad Sedigh’s opportunities, motivation, and needs, the Child Foundation has granted him a $20/month scholarship.
Asal
ID Number: Yas 1155
Asal is 16 years old and in 10th grade. She is from Tehran, Iran. Asal is a very smart and talented student and painter. She regularly goes to English and drawing classes. Asal’s father passed away due to a concussion. Her mother cares for the three daughters. She works in a factory for a low income that isn’t enough. Ghazal and Ghazaleh are Asal’s twin sisters. They took the university entrance exams but were not accepted. The family gets a small monthly living allowance from a charity. They live in a rented house and rent is hard to pay. Asal’s mother recently had hand surgery. Now, she can’t work full time anymore. She sometimes buys home appliances in installments to pay rent and this puts a lot of pressure on her. Asal needs your support of her basic needs to remain in school.
Asal’s continued education requires support from a sponsor who can help provide some of her basic needs. After reviewing Asal’s opportunities, motivation, and needs, Child Foundation has granted her a $20/month scholarship.
ArefaKushal Singh
ID Number: Carnation 5
Kushal is an eager six-year-old boy who will be entering first grade. He is from a village a near Nainital, India. In kindergarten, he showed he was an intelligent student. His father farms their small piece of land and works as a low-paid laborer. Even though Kushal’s parents are uneducated themselves, they want badly for their son to have good opportunities and know that education is essential. Unfortunately, the family cannot afford his school expenses.
Kushal’s access to education is important. He needs the generous support of a sponsor to ensure he has everything he needs to learn. Based on Kushal’s opportunities, motivations, and needs, Child Foundation granted him a $30/month scholarship.
ArefaMehrona
ID Number: Yas 1
Mehrona is a 16-year old student in 10th grade. She lives with her family in Kholmatov jamoat, Tajikistan. She is currently in 10th grade. Her father passed away, and her mother is a teacher. The family lives with Mehrona’s grandmother in her home. Her brother is in his first year of studies.
Mehrona’s family needs your support so that she can continue in school with her mind on her studies and the future she can make for herself with the education your sponsorship affords her. After reviewing Mehrona’s opportunities, motivation, and needs, Child Foundation has granted her a $30/month scholarship.
FaDilfuzai
ID Number: Yas 2
Dilfuzai is a 16-year old girl in ninth grade. She lives with her family in Gafurov, Tajikistan. Her mother is a homemaker. Dilfuzai’s brother is also a student. The family does not have enough resources to manage their needs and Dilfuzai’s education as they are underprivileged.
Dilfuzai’s family needs your support so that she can continue in school with her mind on her studies and the future she can make for herself with the education your sponsorship affords her. After reviewing Dilfuza’s opportunities, motivation, and needs, Child Foundation has granted her a $30/month scholarship.
Seyed Mohammad
ID Number: Banafsheh 3509
Mohammad Kazem is 16 years old and in ninth grade. He is from Shiraz, Iran. There’s little doubt that Mohammad Kazem is a talented student. His father had a stroke and is partially paralyzed and has difficulty speaking. He was a low-wage laborer with high blood pressure for years. As a result, he cannot work. Mohammad Kazem’s mother stays at home to care for him and is unable to work herself. The family gets a small charitable stipend. They bought a house in a southern neighborhood by selling their grandmother’s house and getting a loan. The house needs repairs. Due to the family’s financial situation, Mohammad Kazem’s older sister dropped out of school to help. She works as a store assistant. Mohammad Kazem’s other sister is also a talented student.
Mohammad Kazem’s continued education requires support from a sponsor who can help take some of the financial burden from his shoulders. After reviewing Mohammad Kazem’s opportunities, motivation, and needs, Child Foundation has granted him a $20/month scholarship.
Fatemeh
ID Number: Yas 2287
Fatemeh is 16 years old and a stellar student in ninth grade. She lives in Bam, Iran with her widowed mother and older sister. Fatemeh’s father passes away in a motorcycle accident after colliding with a wall at a high speed. He was uninsured so the family received nothing after his passing. Fatemeh’s father was a day laborer who was unable to leave income for his family. They now live in their home but with only some welfare and charitable assistance. Due to a lack of job opportunities for women where they live, Fatemeh’s mother is unable to find work. Despite painful neck problems, she does traditional needlework on clothing. Fatemeh’s older sister had to marry early (before finishing her studies) due to their financial situation. Fatemeh’s brother was a kidney transplant survivor who passed away five years ago in an accident.
A sponsor can help take some of the pressure on Fatemeh that puts her at risk of early marriage and dropping out of school. After reviewing Fatemeh’s opportunities, motivations, and needs, Child Foundation has granted her a $20 scholarship.
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FaNahida
ID Number: Rose 418
Nahida is a hardworking and kind 9-year-old girl from Mazar-e-Sharif, Afghanistan. She is in second grade and plans to serve her family and country in the future. Her father died three years ago, leaving her family with financial burdens. Nahida's mother works as a maid and a quilter, but her income is insufficient. Nahida has seven siblings, ranging from 5 to 18 years old. The three elder brothers work part-time but cannot help more than their education costs. Nahida's family shares their home with another family. Each family lives in one room, and they share the restroom without a door. Her family cannot afford fuel for the winters to warm themselves. They do not have a refrigerator, air conditioner, washing machine, or water heater.
Nahida needs your generous help and support to stay in school for a brighter future. After reviewing Nahida's opportunities, motivation, and needs, Child Foundation has granted her a $41/month scholarship. She only needs $30/month more thanks to another sponsor.
ArefaZakera
ID Number: Rose 425
Zakera is an adorable and shy eight-year-old girl. She is currently in first grade and from Mazar-e-Sharif, Afghanistan. Our sweet student is very happy that she finally is going to school. Her father is the local mosque prayer leader. In Afghanistan, religious scholars are paid by the local community but the mosque is in a poor area. Additionally, her father was injured in the war against the Taliban and cannot do other jobs. Zakera is one of nine children. Her three oldest siblings have no education due to the family’s poverty. One of her older brothers (fourth oldest) is preparing for college entrance exams. Their house is part of the mosque, which is dedicated to the prayer leader. They lack many household essentials.
Zakera needs your generous help and support to get an education and build her own future.
After reviewing Zakera’s opportunities, motivation, and needs, Child Foundation has granted her a $63/month scholarship. Become her cosponsor for a minimum of $30 per month.
FaMuhammad
ID Number: Carnation 1
Muhammad is an 18-year-old incoming freshman university student. He lives with his mother and four siblings near Cianjur, Indonesia. Muhammad’s father is no longer present and his mother was in such dire straights to cover their basic costs that she asked her children to quit school. Muhammad’s elder brother reassured her, and the children began to sell chicken to help out. He is motivated to better himself and be a role model for his younger siblings. Muhammad shows a mature and responsible character as a young adult. Due to his teacher’s recommendation, he received education aid from another charity since high school. He wants to attend Sangga Buana University to study business administration.
Muhammad has taken on part of the financial burden to pay for their needs and education but he needs more support. After reviewing Muhammad’s opportunities, motivation, and needs, Child Foundation has granted him a $276/month scholarship. He only needs $216/month more thanks to another sponsor. Become his cosponsor for a minimum of $30 per month.
Maryam
ID Number: Yas 7314
Maryam is a 13-year-old student in seventh grade. From Ardebil, Iran, she is smart and promising student. Unfortunately, her father died from a fall and resulting head injury while working in the mountains. After Maryam’s father passed away, her mother took the responsibility of taking care of her only child. They live in a house owned by a charity. Their income largely comes from a charity and government subsidies but is not enough for their basic living expenses. Maryam’s mother works in the other people’s houses as a maid, however, she has a low income.
Maryam is bright and wants to continue in school but her basic needs must be addressed. After reviewing Maryam’s opportunities, motivation, and needs, Child Foundation has granted her a $20/month scholarship.
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Amir Hosein
ID Number: Banafsheh 1630
Amir Hosein is a polite and intelligent ninth-grade student. He is from Kashan, Iran. His father passed away before he was born from a construction accident. His mother had two boys and a girl from a previous marriage. Her first husband also passed away in an accident. Amir Hosein’s older brother and his wife moved to a village near Mashhad. He is a construction worker but struggles to find work in the village. Amir Hosein’s other brother also works in construction and drives a truck. His sister and her child are also living in that village. His mother weaves carpets. Amir Hosein’s maternal grandfather gave them land. They are trying to build on it so they can stop paying rent. However, the house is still unfinished. The family is supported by a charity and receives a low income.
Amir Hosein’s continued education requires support from a sponsor who can help provide some of his basic needs. After reviewing Amir Hosein’s opportunities, motivation, and needs, Child Foundation has granted him a $20/month scholarship.
FaZalfa Amelia
ID Number: Rose 113
Zalfa Amelia is a 12-year-old junior high school student living in Bandung, Indonesia. She is the second of two children, and her older brother is married. While her mother is a nurse, her father is a transport driver and is heavily involved in the neighborhood association because he cares so deeply about the community. The family struggles to fund Zalfa Amelia’s education.
We hope that with your generous and kind help, we can help Zalfa Amelia remain and excel in school. After reviewing Zalfa Amelia’s opportunities, motivation, and needs, Child Foundation has granted her a $56/month scholarship. Become her cosponsor for a minimum of $30 per month.
FaYogita
ID Number: Rose 2
Yogita is a bright 16-year-old girl entering eleventh grade. She lives with her family in Haldwani, India which is in the state of Uttarakhand. She has an excellent GPA thanks to her hard work and focus. Yogita’s mother is a homemaker while her father is uneducated and earns a small income as a day laborer. Unfortunately, his income is not enough to support Yogita’s education and her future aspirations.
Yogita’s education is essential to her independence and ability to break the cycle of poverty she was born into. Based on Yogita’s opportunities, motivations, and needs, Child Foundation granted her a $30/month scholarship.
Reza
ID Number: Banafsheh 5307
Reza is a talented student in the 10th grade from Kerman, Iran. Reza lost his father in a car accident. His father was uninsured so the family received nothing. Reza’s father was a day laborer and, now, Reza’s mother is the family breadwinner. She does not have a fixed job but sometimes she can earn half of her family’s living expenses as a farmhand. Reza is a great student. He has three brothers and a sister. Reza's older brother, who used to help with the family’s expenses, recently married. His other two brothers earned their high school diplomas. His only sister is a middle school student who suffers from heart disease. The family struggles to
pay for her medical and education expenses. They live in a rental house and have very limited and worn out appliances.
Reza is a promising student with a future that needs support so that his basic needs can be met. After reviewing Reza’s opportunities, motivation, and needs, Child Foundation has granted him a $20/month scholarship.
FaAnchal
ID Number: Rose 1
Anchal is a 12-year-old girl in seventh grade. She lives with her single mother in Haldwani, India and is eager to enter eighth grade. A hardworking student, Anchal earns straight A’s. Sadly, her father abandoned the family about five years ago. Since then, her mother has struggled to financially support her children and their education. Anchal’s mother works as a part-time house maid to make ends meet. However, her income is insufficient for Anchal’s needs.
Anchal has dreams and the drive to chase them but she needs access to a good education which a sponsor can provide. Based on Anchal’s opportunities, motivation, and needs, Child Foundation has granted her a $30/month scholarship.
FaSamir
ID Number: Carnation 380
Samir is 10 years old and in 3rd grade. He is from Mazar-e-Sharif, Afghanistan. He is a happy, cheerful boy who loves soccer. His father, who was a butcher, passed away two years ago because of a stroke. Family life condition got harder after his death. Samir’s mother, responsible for five kids, embroiders gowns. Her job needs high concentration and causes her headaches. The money she earns barely covers their expenses. The family lives in one room of an old house with three uncles and their families. There is one bathroom in the yard. The house has no kitchen. They cannot afford gas so they cook on firewood gathered along the streets. The family lacks basic household appliances. They get through winter with a small kerosene heater.
Samir is in need if your help and support to stay in school for a brighter future. After reviewing Samir’s opportunities, motivation and needs, Child Foundation has granted him $63/Month scholarship. He only needs $33/month more thanks to another sponsor.
FaSulaiman
ID Number: Carnation 378
Sulaiman is a talented seven-year-old boy from Mazar-e-Sharif, Afghanistan. He is in kindergarten and loves to study. He loves watching his older siblings do homework and often insists they teach him. Sulaiman’s father was a truck mechanic who died two years ago in a work accident. Unfortunately, there are no insurance benefits in Afghanistan after such an accident. Sulaiman’s mother, a homemaker, has been struggling to make ends meet. Sulaiman has four siblings who are all students except the youngest, a five year old. The family shares a four-room house with their uncle. Each family has two rooms, and the kitchen/bathroom are shared. They lack a refrigerator, so they use their uncle’s.
Sulaiman needs your generous help and support to stay in school to flourish and have a brighter future. After reviewing Sulaiman’s opportunities, motivation, and needs, Child Foundation has granted him a $50/month scholarship. Become his cosponsor for a minimum of $30 per month.
FaAmir Hussain
ID Number: Carnation 385
Amir Hussain is 9 years old and is in 4th grade. He is from Mazar-e-Sharif Afghanistan. Amir Hussai likes Dari and mathematics very much. He plays soccer with the neighborhood boys. He wants to become a doctor to help his people in the future. Amir Hussain’s father passed away 9 years ago in a hit-and-run traffic accident. They had to borrow money for his funeral. His mother cannot work outside the home as she has no childcare. She sews for a small income and rents our three rooms in her mother’s old, worn-down home. There is no plumbing or kitchen and they have only one appliance, a small TV. They are in need of fuel.
Amir Hussain is worried these financial challenges mean he cannot continue his studies. We hope that with your generous and kind help we can help Amir Hussain in overcome. After reviewing Amir Hussain’s opportunities, motivation, and needs, Child Foundation has granted him a $63/month scholarship. Become his cosponsor for a minimum of $30 per month.
Cintya
ID Number: Rose 106
Cyntia is a 15-year-old student from Bandung, Indonesia. She is currently in ninth grade. Her father passed away in October 2014. Now, she lives with her mother and older brother in her grandmother’s house. Her mother works as a housekeeper for a small income. As a result, Cintya needs financial aid to continue her education.
Cyntia’s education is key to her success, and additional resources will help her excel. After reviewing Cyntia’s talents, interests, and motivations and taking into consideration the financial needs of the family, Child Foundation has granted a $50/month scholarship to the student. Join us in creating a better future for her. Please take action and cosponsor Cyntia with a minimum of $30 per month.
FaAbalfazl
ID Number: Carnation 397
Abalfazl is seven years old from Mazar-e-Sharif Afghanistan. He is a clever 1st grader who studies hard, reads Dari, and would like to become a teacher. He likes to play soccer and sometimes plays with the neighbor kids. He was very playful in the past but after his father passed away, he become quiet and isolated. His mother is worried. His father was a hard worker. Several months ago, he was killed in an argument. The person responsible is very powerful. His family did not take him to court for blood money as they were concerned about their safety. Abalfazl’s mother sells handicrafts now. They have their own home with two bedrooms and a basement. She rents the basement out for some money. Both families use the same bathroom without any plumbing or water heater. She is unable to care for herself and her three children with her income.
Abalfazl needs your generous help and support to stay in the school for a brighter future. After reviewing Abalfazl's opportunities, motivation, and needs, Child Foundation has granted him a $50/month scholarship. He only needs $30/month more thanks to another sponsor.
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