This organization is about helping children who
are less fortunate than others in poor countries. These children are the ones
who don’t have access to clean water, health care, and food. The save the
children foundation ultimate goal is there to help support children in poor
countries by giving others a chance to sponsor them and help them in their time
of need and desperation. Save the
Children is the leading independent organization creating lasting change in the
lives of children in need in the United States and around the world. Recognized
for our commitment to accountability, innovation and collaboration, our work
takes us into the heart of communities, where we help children and families
help themselves. We work with other organizations, governments, non-profits and
a variety of local partners while maintaining our own independence without political
agenda or religious orientation. (Save the Children, 2012).
One trend from the website that
caught my attention was that save the children is not just working to help
children in overseas countries but they are there to help those in the United
States of America. Save the children are there to help little girls and little
boys to have a bright future when they grow up. Not only does Save the Children
help boys and girls have a brighter future but they also allow others to get
involved with the children by sponsoring so that they can have protect them
from child neglect and abuse. In the article under child protection Save the
Children states, “Our programs focus on the most vulnerable
children while aiming for the safety and well-being of all children. Working
with governments, international organizations, and local community partners, we
strive to create lasting change with improvements in policy and services that
protect children whether in a natural disaster, conflict, or development
setting.” (Save the Children, 2012). To me
being able to help a child is what everyday life should be all about because
these children are the future. So, the trend with Save the Children is simply
allowing others to sponsor children who need help so that they could one day
grow up and do the same thing.
Reference
Save the Children: A U.S. based non-profit
organization working on behalf of children worldwide.
http://www.savethechildren.org/site/c.8rKLIXMGIpI4E/b.6115947/k.8D6E/Official_Site.htm
http://www.savethechildren.org/site/c.8rKLIXMGIpI4E/b.6115947/k.8D6E/Official_Site.htm
What are the ways we can help and sponsor the children? Is it just money donations or is there volunteering opportunities also? Can people send in books and toys or is it just money?
ReplyDeleteJulie, there are channels to donate, as there are several other ways to contribute. One thing they organize that I think is an amazing chance to help is through the Global Service Trip program. Their ventures include USA as well as other countries. It would be a great experience to be part of making a difference in the lives of children who are in desperate need for love and care. I hope I can participate one day.
DeleteKyisha, I am interested in Save the Children, too. I have been surfing their website for a while now, and it is so rich in resources that it can leave you pinned to the screen for hours in a row. I am particularly interested in the workshops they organize based on current emergencies. Lately I have been trying to locate one that addresses Syrian refugees, as I will go to Lebanon in the summer, and would like to get involved in the aiding process. They have organized summer camps in Lebanon before, as they have supported schools in villages and sponsored many activities that helped the underprivileged children. I look forward to learning more about their accomplishments through you.
ReplyDeleteKyisha,
ReplyDeletethank you for sharing with us what you have learned about Save the Children. Based on what you've said and what our fellow classmates have commented, it sounds like an outstanding organization with a strong mission statement! I'm looking forward to learning more through you!
Thanks,
Lydia
Awesome way to end your post. When you help children you are setting the stage for them to do good for others in the future. This organization is definitely one I will be looking more deeply at.
ReplyDeleteI look forward to hearing more about the organization. I am always interested in hearing about organizations that help needy children.
ReplyDeleteHi Kyisha,
ReplyDeleteI was very please to learn that "Save the Children" also works with children in the U.S. We have many children in our own country that need help, as well as, those around the world. I appreciate your comments. I am really enjoying and learning so much from our discussions and blog posts. Thanks for sharing!
Cindy Rube
Kyisha,
ReplyDeleteThank you for your blog. I also have chosen this same program. I think it is wonderful that Save the Children wants to involve everyone in helping children around the world. The program tries to help children who have been subjected to poverty, emergency situation and helping families over come extreme odds. I am very excited to learn more about this program.
Hi Kyisha
ReplyDeleteI think that any organization which helps the less foruntate is great. Especially those who reaches out to children needs.