Sarah Trapp
CI Storyteller

I’m a native Kansan, new mom and lover of languages. I’ve been with CI for 10 years and think making a living helping children is a pretty sweet gig. I manage our field reporters and enjoy doing a little creative writing. When I’m not at work, you can find me checking out second-hand stores, baking tasty treats, reading, walking my 2 beagles, winning at pub trivia or changing diapers.

My sponsored kid:
Arístides, Guatemala
Arístides, Guatemala

My favorite quote:
"You don't have to like it; you just have to do it." — My grandpa

Next storyteller

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Funny kid phrases

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Prepared to succeed

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From the Boardroom to the Field: How a Fortune 500 Business Leader Is Advancing Opportunity for Youth Worldwide

  • by MARIA D. JAMES

  • 5.1.2026
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Mothers: Celebrating everyday heroes

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Sharing responsibly: Protecting children on social media

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From Letters to Lifelong Memories: One Sponsor's Journey with Children International

  • by MARIA D. JAMES

  • 4.2.2026
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Bridging the Gap: How a Foundation is Helping End Global Poverty

  • by  MARIA D. JAMES

  • 3.5.2026
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The day we finally met:
Making a meaningful connection

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Empowering young leaders.
Transforming futures.

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Designing Impact That Lasts: Meet Bill Brewster

  • by  MARIA D. JAMES

  • 2.12.2026
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Happy Valentine’s Day

A special message from CEO Susana Eshleman

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Happy Holidays

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The Need for Radical Collaboration and How Children International is Making Strides

  • by CHRISTINA BECHERER, Senior Global Director of Strategic Partnerships
  • 12.4.2025

2025 Community (re)View

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From letters to lifelong bonds: Jessica’s sponsorship journey

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Hugo the champion

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Identity matters:
Carlin’s crusade for children & families

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Behind the beans: Bringing cultures together

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Well and good

Singer-songwriter Carlos Vives inspires Children International musicians

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Top 9 questions & answers about sponsorship

  • Thought Leadership

Children International’s commitment to all young women

  • by DALIA RIVERA PINEDA, Into Employment Lead, Global Philanthropy & Marketing
  • 7.17.2025
  • Global Perspectives
  • Colombia

A joyful tradition

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A taste of tradition in Honduras: Savoring chicharrón with yucca

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Happy Father's Day ❤️

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Children International and NetApp: Building data skills and inspiring young ‘fact-ivists’

  • by CHRISTINA BECHERER, Senior Director of Global Strategic Partnerships
  • 6.5.2025
  • Global Perspectives

Father stories: Profiles in parenting and perseverance

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Celebrating mothers

  • 5.5.2025
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Workplace giving: A global force for good

  • by ALEXANDRA GENESER, Senior Manager, Global Partnerships
  • 4.29.2025
  • Thought Leadership

Ecuador study reveals youth employment goals, the benefits of collaboration

  • by EDGARDO OROZCO BELLO, Senior Program Officer – Youth Employment, Global Programs
  • 4.15.2025
  • Team Impact
  • Ecuador

Belonging to the Children International family

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  • Philippines

Building strength through life skills

Young girl in the Philippines reads a letter from her sponsor
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Use this cheat-sheet to write the best letters

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What do I say in my letter?

  • by Shannon D.
  • 2.11.2025
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Happy Valentine’s Day

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Changing lives one scholarship at a time

  • by DALIA RIVERA PINEDA, Into Employment Lead, Global Philanthropy & Marketing
  • 2.5.2025
  • Team Impact
  • Colombia

Moving forward

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Rebeca's empowering journey: Conquering bullying with confidence and support

  • Team Impact
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Loreen's journey: From sponsored youth to inspiring teacher

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Your 2024 impact, our gratitude
and a hopeful 2025

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Happy Holidays from Children International

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2024 year in review: A photo essay

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Breaking the cycle: Lara’s inspirational journey

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Happy Thanksgiving

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Adam Newsome, board chair, shares gratitude & enthusiasm

  • Thought Leadership

Why making lasting contributions inspires me

  • by ROLAND PAANAKKER, Board Member, Global Philanthropy Council Co-Chair
  • 10.29.2024
  • Happy Moments
  • Philippines

The joy of Children International sponsorship: Transforming lives in the Philippines

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