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Sharing my story with the royal couple

Posted on September 17, 2012 by Guest blogger in Causes

Today, Ellison was given the opportunity of a lifetime — to share with the royal couple how his life has been changed through World Vision’s work in the Solomon Islands. Prince William and Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge, are paying a visit to our programs there as part of their Diamond Jubilee tour to celebrate the Queen’s 60 years on the throne. Read on to hear Ellison’s story in his own words....

[Sri Lanka Bloggers] Meeting my O!

Posted on September 17, 2012 by Allison Olfelt in Child Sponsorship

September is “Connect With Your Sponsored Child” month. Allison Olfelt was given a unique opportunity to do just that when she traveled to Sri Lanka last month with the World Vision blogger team. Read on to learn about Allison’s experience meeting Odish and his mother — and learn how you can visit your sponsored child. This post originally appeared on Allison’s blog, O My Family....

A visit from the royal couple

Posted on September 14, 2012 by World Vision social media team in Causes

This week, World Vision will receive a visit from the royal couple, Prince William and Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge. The king-to-be and his wife will be learning about World Vision’s work in the Solomon Islands, which is part of the South Asia and Pacific region, where a billion people live on less than $2 per day....

Top five ways to connect with your sponsored child

Posted on September 13, 2012 by Lindsey Minerva in Child Sponsorship

Sponsorship is about more than just giving money to help people in need — it’s about letting children know they are loved. Taking time to write letters or send small gifts and cards can create a meaningful relationship with your sponsored child. Many sponsors find that investing in this relationship is more than a blessing for their sponsored child — it also changes their own life. Read on to learn how you can create a lasting relationship with your sponsored child....

How child sponsorship through World Vision works

Posted on September 12, 2012 by Laura Tremaine in Child Sponsorship

Maybe you’ve wondered how World Vision’s global programs work; why sponsorship is a monthly pledge; or what happens when someone stops sponsoring a child. During her visit to Sri Lanka with the World Vision blogger team, Laura Tremaine sought answers to these questions, and here, she shares some of her experience. This post originally appeared on Laura’s blog, Hollywood Housewife....