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The day we finally met:
Making a meaningful connection

Julieann shares a PEAK MOMENT OF SPONSORSHIP

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Julieann has been a Children International supporter for more than a decade — but nothing prepared her for the moment she finally met her sponsored child, Daniel, in Guatemala.

Her heartwarming story highlights the real impact of education, mentorship, and long-term support — and shows just how meaningful the benefits of sponsorship can be for both sponsor and child.  

Juliann meets her sponsored child Daniel
Juliann spend time together during her visit
Juliann and Daniel spend time together

Do you have a sponsorship story to tell?

If you’d like to share your sponsorship story, we’d love to hear from you! Just contact us at editor@children.org.

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Want to see another moving story of connection and transformation?

Check out Jessica’s sponsorship journey!

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Comments

kathyg123
Feb 26, 2026

I'm proud to be a part of my Sponsored Children's lives. Their letters, and updated photos brighten my day! Thank you Children International for all your hard work, and dedication! I have 7 Sponsored Girls. (I had 2 Sponsor Children graduate from CI). I started sponsoring 2 other children when my Sponsor Children graduated to have a total of 7 Sponsor Children once again. I want to continue to have an impact, and make a difference in my Sponsor Children's lives.

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