I’d like to re-introduce you to the world of giving, and hopefully you’ll feel inclined to participate in some good causes! Not only is it fantastic karma, but it just feels wonderful to give to people who need it. I don’t know about you, but there are times in my life where I’m financially blessed and it only seems natural to share the wealth with others. A little bit can go a long way!

For 6 years and counting, I’ve sponsored eight children. There are currently only 7 children pictured above because one of the children (her name was Tatiana) was affected by a damaging hurricane and her family moved out of the country which prevented them from continuing with the program. So I am awaiting a new photo from Reynalda, her replacement. Each of the children participate in programs provided by Children International which helps them become more educated and teaches them interactive skills crucial in the learning process in growing up. I’m participating in a global recruitment project called Lift One to spread the word on how important it is to sponsor a child. My goal is that even if you can’t financially support a child, that you consider joining Lift One to increase sponsorship.

It feels SO wonderful sponsoring children who look up to you, rely on you, and truly appreciate your written letters. Without trying to sound like an infommercial, for only $22 a month so that you can help an impoverished child from another country. It pleases me a great deal knowing that maybe, one (or more) of my customers will take on the important responsibility of being part of the growth process of a poor child. For the longest time, I thought AIDS or cancer was the #1 killer in the world, but the truth is… poverty kills more people than anything.

In the past, there were times in my life where I wondered how “needed” I was in society. Would I die feeling unknown? Had I accomplished anything in life? What exactly had I done to improve the quality of someone else’s life? When I began sponsoring children and writing them regularly, it filled a hole in my heart. I’ve had the honor of seeing photos of each and every one of them as they grow up. They send hand-written letters expressing their gratitude, and their families are also involved.

One month, I decided to surprise one of my sponsored children, Sudip, with bonus money (a little extra besides the $22 a month), and he and his father purchased a metal cabinet for storing clothes, shoes, even food items! They had never owned a cabinet or a pantry before in their entire lives! The sponsor director of their city took photos of Sudip and his father standing next to the cabinet (4 photos total) and each photo the father was waving his arms wildly and pointing at the metal chest with his eyes extra wide. The happiness and appreciation in each photo made it SO worth it! And it happens ALL the time with these children! Their faces show such happiness and gratitude.

And one year I gave Tatiana, the girl who moved away, extra money for her birthday. A month later, I received photos of her with several gifts ranging from shoes, a shirt, a mosquito net, a hairbrush, and other items. Also enclosed in the envelope was a translated letter from Tatiana’s mom, thanking me for the money and disclosed how important the mosquito net was in their country and how many families had died from diseases carried by insects. In one of the photos, the girl was carrying the net above her head with this silly-happy-goofy look on her face as if it were the greatest gift in the world. And it was a birthday present! So not only do the children benefit from this program, but so do the whole families. Often times, these children are raised by single parents who have multiple children who earn incomes less than $50 a month. More than a billion people in the world don’t even have safe drinking water. That breaks my heart. It goes without saying that a little bit goes a LONG way!

Although I don’t make a habit of personally vouching for charities (as most of them simply want to use your money and then spend a majority of it on overhead), I can honestly say this is one program that I habitually donate to because the money is well-spent and I see instant results. I believe Children International has a lot of integrity, and I have never been disappointed. If you do decide to sponsor a child, please let me know so I can personally thank you for giving such a life-changing gift. It truly is the gift that keeps on giving. Every month, they’ll receive an education, food, and be involved in family events that help them grow and mature into strong men and women. Sponsorship provides vital benefits such as health and dental care, the tools to stay in school, clothing and shoes, housing assistance and nutritional aide. Sponsor a child

Mother Theresa once said, “If you can’t feed a hundred people, then just feed one.” Those words have stuck with me for a long time. And it also goes along with a Buddhist saying which says, If you light a lamp for somebody, it will also brighten your path. My hope is that this message touches you in a way where you will sponsor a child, because they need you so badly. Two out of three people on the planet struggle to get by on less than $2 per day. And according to UNICEF, six million children under the age of 5 die as a result of hunger and malnutrition every year. That is a LOT of people! Every three seconds a child dies from a preventable disease. Three seconds! Imagine that you could have saved a kid who would have died by the time you finish reading this sentence. There is so much I could say about the living conditions those children face every day. I’m sure you’ve watched a ton of infommercials and ignored them (I did too for the longest time), and one day I decided I wanted to change someone’s life. Will you please sponsor a child and be a crucial part in improving their lives?

I humbly ask that when you decide to sponsor a child, you do so through this Lift One link. Don’t worry, I don’t receive money or bonuses from reeling in new sponsors. The purpose of going through Lift One is so that I can send you a personal thank you email for sponsoring a child. This way I can see a list of those who chose to sponsor and write them a heartfelt note of gratitude. If you’d rather do it anonymously, you can do that too or even go directly to the front page of Children International’s reputable website. Whatever sponsoring method you choose is the right one. Do what feels right for you

There are some Goddesses out there who ask that their customers and fans vote for them every day on toplists and other websites so that they can reach out to a global audience. In lieu of this, I have a different global approach. My goal is to help someone who needs it. Instead of clicking on banners to “vote” for me, I’d rather you click on banners that feed or clothe another human being. Did you know that just clicking on a banner, someone can get fed? And it doesn’t cost you a single penny! 100% of all proceeds go directly to the charity. I don’t receive anything from you clicking these.

Banners that help people:
The Hunger Site - Click here every day so that someone gets 1.1 cups of food to eat.
Breast Cancer Prevention - Click here every day so a woman can get a mammogram
Child Healthcare - Click here every day so a child can get proper healthcare
Literacy and Books - Click here every day so a child can receive a book and learn to read!
Protect an Endangered Habitat - Click here every day so you can protect 11.4 square feet of rainforest!
Animal Rescue - Click here every day to donate .6 bowls of food to rescued animals!

When you’re feeling charitable, please share your wealth. Twenty bucks goes a LONG way and these people will be so grateful!




Protect an Animal
Did you know that by donating $20, you can protect, not one - not two… but 10 shelter animals with vaccinations! Many animals die of diseases, because unwanted or stray pets are dropped off at humane shelters while showing symptoms of disease.

These loving animal shelters vaccinate the animals, not only for the animal’s health, but also so potential families will adopt a disease-free pet. You can donate for either species: dogs or cats, depending on your preference.

Whether you give to me… or to charity… your money will be well-spent and much appreciated. Thank you for your devotion and your generosity!

Love
Isabella
xoxooxox