What Are Charitable X-Mas Gifts?

Idalene, a grandmother in Rwanda, understands the power of such generosity firsthand.[1] She is raising her little grandson, Bret, and her three youngest children alone. She watched her family eagerly devour a modest meal of beans, veggies and rice in her small home. Meals weren’t always available, and the family had not eaten for a day and a night. But Idalene dreamed of more than a day-to-day struggle for her family. She wanted her children and grandson to grow up strong, educated and ready for a better life. Her prayers were answered in a way she hadn’t expected.

GFA World’s Child Sponsorship Program reached Idalene’s community as she faced a difficult decision about Bret’s education. As a three-year-old, it was time for Bret to start school, but her limited resources were already stretched thin, making this dream seem nearly impossible. Then, our GFA World staff, alongside local leaders, identified families like Idalene’s as needing help the most. We invited her to bring Bret to the child sponsorship program enrollment day, and with heartfelt gratitude, Idalene walked home that day knowing Bret’s education was secured.