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April 2026 Monthly Impact Report

See what's been happening this last month at Children Incorporated

When a child is sponsored, they can count on consistent support for their most pressing needs. This stability ensures that meals, clothing, and school supplies are not just occasional gifts, but ongoing resources they can rely on. With that security, children are able to focus on their education and personal growth, opening doors to a brighter future. Spring has Sprung around the world In the U.S., springtime means spring break, SOLs, final exams, and eager […]

When One Test Decides Everything

International Exams and their effect on poverty

Around the world, millions of children spend years preparing for a single moment: a government-mandated exam that can determine whether they move forward in school, gain access to higher education, or step into a future filled with opportunity. In countries like Ethiopia, Kenya, India, and across parts of South America, these exams are more than academic milestones. They are turning points. For some children, they open doors. For others, they quietly close them. The difference […]

March 2026 Monthly Impact Report

See what's been happening this last month at Children Incorporated

When a child is sponsored, they can count on consistent support for their most pressing needs. This stability ensures that meals, clothing, and school supplies are not just occasional gifts, but ongoing resources they can rely on. With that security, children are able to focus on their education and personal growth, opening doors to a brighter future. Thank you from the children We love seeing our donors’ generosity at work – and wanted to share […]

Staying Warm in the South

Making sure the cold doesn't keep kids down

What is energy insecurity? For many Southern families in the United States, winter brings more than a chill; it brings tough decisions. Energy insecurity (EI), a silent crisis affecting millions nationwide, often signifies an inability to meet heating, cooling, and energy needs. Low-income families, especially in rural areas, often face drafty homes and skyrocketing utility bills that outpace paychecks. When the cold sets in, some must make heartbreaking “heat or eat” choices, spending what little […]

Literacy and Livelihood

The far reaching impact of literacy for under-served children

At its heart, literacy is about possibility. It’s about giving a child the tools to learn, to dream, and to choose their own path forward. When we invest in literacy early, especially in underserved communities, we aren’t just teaching children how to read: we are helping them write a different future. current literacy issues 79% of adults in the U.S. are functionally literate. That means roughly one in five adults struggle with basic reading and […]

February 2026 Monthly Impact Report

See what's been happening this last month at Children Incorporated

When a child is sponsored, they can count on consistent support for their most pressing needs. This stability ensures that meals, clothing, and school supplies are not just occasional gifts, but ongoing resources they can rely on. With that security, children are able to focus on their education and personal growth, opening doors to a brighter future. COMFORT AT BEDTIME, CONFIDENCE FOR TOMORROW Since 2008 we have partnered with Beyond Bedtime (formerly known as Pajama […]