Through sponsorship, children around the world feel the hope of Jesus during the Christmas season, though the holiday manifests in various ways around the world. In this collection of photos from nine different countries, we honor each of these children and their Christmas experiences.
News & Stories
Child Sponsorship
From the Field
A new Gilgal in Kenya
A photographer shares how World Vision child sponsorship has transformed a community in Kenya over 15 years by reflecting on what he saw on two different trips.
From the Field
How a sponsor’s letter inspired a girl to become a teacher
Dassari was 15 and living in a violence-plagued community in Honduras when she received a letter from her World Vision sponsor that changed the course of her life. She now works as a teacher in her community and wants to encourage, empower, and inspire the next generation of girls, just as she was once encouraged by her sponsor.
Voices
From the World Vision U.S. president: How a garden grows
World Vision works all around the world, including in places where Christianity isn’t welcome. We pray that the seeds of love we plant give way to harvests in future years. Wherever possible, we partner with faith leaders to help spiritually develop and nurture children and families.
From the Field
2023 life frames: Storytelling from World Vision photographers
World Vision photographers capture stories of children and their families to inspire us to action and compassion. They capture intimate moments that illuminate God’s grace and faithfulness as we follow Jesus’ example to show unconditional love to the poor and oppressed.
From the Field
“Without World Vision, I would not be a doctor today”
When Bernard was young, his town in Haiti lacked access to healthcare. He dreamed of becoming a doctor to help care for his community. When he became a sponsored child, he worked to make his ambition a reality.
From the Field
What children around the world say brings them joy
Around the world, children find joy in many different ways. For some it’s activities, and for others it’s family and friends. We asked kids in areas where World Vision works what they thought joy was, and here’s how they answered.
From the Field
2022 life frames: Storytelling from World Vision photographers
World Vision photographers capture stories of children and their families to inspire us to action and compassion. They capture intimate moments that illuminate God’s grace and faithfulness as we follow Jesus’ example to show unconditional love to the poor and oppressed.
From the Field
Chileleko chooses her sponsor
Watch as Chileleko, a Zambian girl, chooses her sponsor, and read her new sponsor’s reaction to being chosen.
Voices
A renewed call to care for the poor
Steve Poe, senior pastor at Northview Church in Indiana, shares how Christians should always be ready to respond to the needs of the poor, how Paul demonstrated that in his missionary journeys, and how Steve’s church is doing that.