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Finding Tolerance Through Children

In the heart of the Middle East there is a place where religious tolerance is embraced. Social equality is paramount and the values of peace, acceptance, and understanding are held dear - a rarity in a region scarred by violence and upheaval. This is the Saviour Episcopal School of Zarka, Jordan.  Children, Incorporated partnered with this institution last year as part of our mission to reach out in impoverished areas of the world where children are in desperate need.  Zarka, a sprawling industrial city, and the second largest in the Kingdom of Jordan, has experienced an ongoing refugee crisis that has compounded the growing rate of poverty among the city's populace.  Originally built as a center to provide for the basic needs of refugee children the school continues to provide for underprivileged children.  Well-rounded academics, vocational training, medical care and basic support are offered to the student body.  The children enrolled here hail from diverse cultural and religious traditions.  Islam and Christianity are socially fused and mutually respected. There are lessons we can learn from these children: that tolerance is innate and hatred is learned.  The following are a selection of photos highlighting the children at Saviour Episcopal School:

 

Meal time!  Students are provided with a well-rounded diet each day.

 

A classroom of middle school boys.

       

To sponsor a child from the Saviour Episcopal School in Jordan, please click here!

He did it!

Our thanks goes to sponsor and pro poker player Barry Greenstein for mentioning the work of Children, Incorporated on the Game Show Network's high stakes poker game this past weekend!  Barry accepted the challenge and uttered the words "math is idiotic" spurring  poker players and viewers alike to donate to our "math is idiotic" fund drive.  To donate, click here! 

Poker Challenge to Aid CI Children!

Will he do it again?  Barry Greenstein, a long-time CI supporter is ready!  Tune in to the Game Show Network's "High Stakes Poker" program on Sunday, March 22nd. Poker champion, Barry Greenstein has accepted a challenge from fellow poker players who have agreed to donate funds to Children, Incorporated if he utters the words "math is idiotic" during the televised tournament.   So, will he do it???   If it happens, proceeds will benefit our Back-2-School Fund that ensures children in the U.S. and overseas have what they need for a successful start to a new school year.

Messages to Their Sponsors...

"I haven't felt this way in a long time.  I feel like the reason why I'm still in school is because of you.  I've been so motivated.  I feel like I can succeed in everything I do.  I felt joy again...And for once I was happy...happy that someone as loving as you chose to love someone like me."  -Holly from Arizona

"Thank you for your kindness and for taking the time to  provide me with some nice clothes.  You have been so very kind to me and I thank you for being there." -Sarah from Appalachia  

"Things have been hard here with my family.  We had to leave the city to look for jobs because my mother couldn't find one and we can't cover our expenses.  Thank you for helping us to survive life.  I love you a lot and God bless you a lot" -Ricardo from Nicaragua

"You have enabled me to continue embarking on my lifelong dream of to become an elementary teacher.  I can never thank you enough.  No matter what, I will always remember you for making an impact in my life and for helping to make my dream become a reality." -James from Appalachia

"I like being in school.  I am working hard in order to acquire good marks so that my future can be bright, and this has become possible due to the support you are offering to me. I could not do this without you and thank you for everything."   -Peter from Kenya

"I want to tell you I am so happy because I have a person in my life that is sharing with me and helping me.  That person is you.  I love you and I thank you for your generosity. Please don't forget me and I promise I will never forget you and will keep you in my heart!" -Devindi from Sri Lanka

A Message From One of our Volunteers

Bertha, a volunteer project coordinator from our American Indian Division, recently wrote us a letter which we'd like share with you:

"Dear Children, Incorporated:  I am writing this letter as a thank you for all the financial support the children received this past year.  The warm clothing funds provided were very much appreciated, as the weather this winter has been very windy, cold, and dry.  The Warm Clothing Fund is very helpful for our children, both those with sponsors and without sponsors, due to the cold weather.  We were able to provide the children here with jackets, sweat sets, gloves, sweaters, and socks.   

We are also thankful for the support sponsors provide the children.  With the poor economic conditions, parents are being laid off of their jobs, and times are even tougher for the Navajo Nation.  Special thanks to all of you for your hard work in keeping the Children, Incorporated program in operation for our children.

Sincerely, Bertha - CI Coordinator" 

Bertha is one of hundreds of hard-working volunteers around the world that coordinate and implement Children, Incorporated's programs.  Without their selfless dedication and devotion to the children, our work would not be possible.  We owe them a huge debt of gratitude!