On the Road
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 […]
Gardening with Hope
Growing More Than Food: School Gardens That Teach, Nourish, and Inspire
Across our programs, gardens are doing more than producing vegetables; they’re classrooms, kitchens, and places where confidence takes root. Over the years, Children Incorporated has supported garden projects in schools, children’s homes, and communities around the world. These gardens provide fresh food for school cafeterias and families, teach agricultural and life skills, and create safe outdoor spaces where children learn responsibility and teamwork. From Ethiopia, Brazil, New Orleans, and Virginia, school gardens show how simple […]
Perseverance and Positivity in Africa
How Sponsorship Transforms Lives in Kenya and Ethiopia
During recent visits to our affiliated sites in Kenya and Ethiopia, we were again reminded of the profound difference sponsorship makes in the lives of children and their families. Our international team witnessed not only the challenges these communities face, but also the resilience and opportunities created through the support of our sponsors. Kenya: Nurturing Dreams Through Education and Care In Nairobi, St. John’s Community Center has provided education and care since 1977, and Children […]
Sponsoring a Child in Africa
16 Important Questions to Answer
Here at Children Incorporated, we know that sponsoring a child in need is extraordinarily rewarding, so we want to provide you with a guide to walk you through the process. In order to make your decision as easy as possible, here you will find the answers to sixteen of the most common questions we receive about sponsoring a child in Africa. If you still have questions after reading the following, please feel to contact us, […]
Sponsoring a Child in Ethiopia
16 Important Questions to Answer
Here at Children Incorporated, we know that sponsoring a child in need is extraordinarily rewarding, so we want to provide you with a guide to walk you through the process. In order to make your decision as easy as possible, here you will find the answers to sixteen of the most common questions we receive about sponsoring a child in Ethiopia. If you still have questions after reading the following, please feel to contact us, […]
Poverty and Education in Africa
What you need to know about our work helping children and families
In Africa, children living in poverty often face huge hurdles when it comes to getting an education. Often, particularly in the areas where Children Incorporated works in Africa, attending school requires fees for teacher salaries, uniforms, books, school lunches and even the use of a desk. For families who already struggle to make ends meet, sending children to school is often not an option. Even if parents can afford the school fees, impoverished households often […]