Six Ways to Make Sponsoring Fun for Kids

1. Say “hello” and “thank you” in a new language
Learn to say “hello” and “thank you” in your sponsored child’s language as a family. It’s a fun way to connect with their culture and spark curiosity. Your kids will love practising these words – and showing them off to friends and family!

2. Explore a culture through food
Make dinnertime an adventure by cooking a traditional dish from your sponsored child’s culture. You could even visit a local restaurant that serves food from their region. Sharing a meal like this brings their world closer to yours.

3. Host a movie night fundraiser
Turn family movie night into a way to make an impact. Let your kids design tickets, decorate the room, and run a snack stand. Invite friends and family, and donate the proceeds to your sponsored child’s community. It’s a fun, creative way to show your kids they can make an impact on the things they care about.

4. Read books about people who are changing things
Find books at your local library or bookstore about children making a difference in their communities or overcoming challenges like disadvantage or injustice. Stories like these spark meaningful conversations about living lives that make a difference.

5. Celebrate birthdays with giving
Add a special twist to birthdays by making a donation to your sponsored child’s community in honour of the birthday person. It’s a beautiful tradition that reminds your kids how joyful it is to give as part of the celebrations.

6. Write letters together
Sit down as a family to write a letter to your sponsored child. Share stories, drawings, or fun facts about your lives. Encourage your kids to ask questions about their sponsor child’s daily life and build a personal connection will help them feel part of something bigger.