Project Held
Project Held was founded in 2007. Globally, millions of children live below the poverty line, a significant portion of whom are orphans. Almost two-thirds of these children live in Africa and South Asia. Adults in developing countries also face severe poverty, surviving on less than 2 dollars a day. Traveling through these countries, one encounters this poverty and need firsthand, not only in places like India and Africa but also in Kosovo, where the aftermath of the Balkan War has left a profound mark, with many men dead and families growing up without income.
The identity of Project Held is "Stop for the one." Every child, every individual, deserves not to live in poverty or fear but to build their future and enhance their well-being. Unfortunately, reality is often different. Where you are born is not a choice. Whether it's in a warm house with all luxuries available, a war zone, extreme poverty, or an unsafe environment, you will develop and grow up where you were born.
By regularly traveling to our projects with a team, a brotherhood, a mutual relationship, and trust are formed, allowing us to quickly respond when there is a need.
For whom
Poverty often leaves children overlooked and without hope for a better future. They get caught up in survival and lose their childhood early. The consequences can include prostitution, human trafficking, begging, etc. Growing up without a home and a safe foundation damages a child's prospects for the future.
Our mission
Our goal is to help as many children as possible escape their hopeless situations and provide them with the opportunity to develop in a safe, trusted environment. We do this by offering four indispensable pillars through sponsorship.
What we do
We are committed to advocating for these children. This can be achieved through sponsorship. When a child is sponsored, they can go to school, live in a safe environment, and build a future. Additionally, we are closely involved with our projects and maintain direct communication, ensuring that the care for these children is a shared responsibility.
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See which children are in need for support by a guardian
"Leonita loves to sing and would like to become a teacher later on."
"Nyola loves to dance and learn. Her best subject is mathematics which she likes the challenge. She is kind, considerate and very helpful to her mom and little sister. "
"Gabriel is a very clever boy and likes to play soccer. He is very good with technology. He wants to be a photographer when he grows up. "
"My dream is to become a doctor. I love drawing and colouring. I also like to watch cartoons and action movies with my friends in Children Home. "
"Suresh likes to go to school and help in the kitchen."
"Radhika loves to dance and wants to become a nurse when she grows up."
"Susan likes to learn, likes to help with some household chores around the house."
"Beto is still a small boy, but for sure he wants to become a strong and happy men with a beautiful family"
"Lakshmi likes to play a ball or circle game with the other children. "
"Maureen wants to be a teacher and loves football."
"At just three years old, Mary Chacha is full of energy and loves singing, playing, and dancing. She is too young to express her dreams, but she deserves a healthy, happy childhood full of possibilities."
"Shital wants to become an engineer when she grows up."
"Luis loves playing soccer and playing drums. "
"Nelvine wants to become a nurse and loves cooking."
"Sakshi singar is good and very hard working child.she is studying in 3rd class and she wants to become a teacher when she grows up."
"Valeria is a sweet girl who would prefer to stay with her family, her disabled uncle and three brothers and sisters. Her dream is her own family and a nice job."
"I like to play soccer and play drums. "
"Samwel loves sports and playing football with the other children."
"Vaishnavi is studying in Nursery and she loves to play games during her free time.she wants to become an Engineer."
"Shiwani loves to tell stories and would like to become a newsreader when he grows up. "
"Tshegofatso wants to become a pilot and likes to play with other children in the village."
"Andre loves playing soccer and drawing. "
"Christine want to go back to school to complete her education and later on she wants to become a doctor."
" Brain loves playing football and working his garden. He also learned to make bricks. He is a very smart student and serious about his life."
"When it is possible again Rhoda will go back to school to complete her education and later on she wants to become a teacher."
"Julius loves playing football and marbles. He is serious about school and helps his sisters to be kind and focused. He is a kind boy and wants to make something of his life to help his mom."
"John is a sweet boy, he likes to play football with the other kids. And he is also a good ping pong player and likes dancing so much."
"Artur is a very friendly boy who likes to eat chicken and playing with cars. When he grows up he wants to be a doctor. "
"Digo is well healthy and a happy boy. Digo likes to play football and marbles. He also helps his parents work in the garden."
"Amelia works hard to achieve her dream. She has a daughter and she is also in school to get a diploma and to be able to take care of her daughter."
"Josiah loves playing football and tinkering with bicycles or other tools with the other boys. He is very smart in school and a natural leader. He demonstrates initiative and hard work."
"Aferdita likes to dance and wants to become a sister later on. During the day, she plays outside with friends."
"Nancy wants to become a doctor and loves washing dishes."
"Shihlamariso loves to play games and would like to become a pilot later on."
"Benjamin loves to play football and would like to become a police officer later on."
"Karthik loves cricket and singing and would like to become a teacher later on."
"Merlinda loves to dance and would like to become a professional dancer later on."
"Denesh likes to go to school and play with the other children."
"Blessington is still young to know what his dream is,but he loves cuddling and playing with the other children."
"Stacy dreams of becoming a teacher because she believes education can change lives. Despite the struggles at home, she loves learning and enjoys helping her younger siblings with their homework. She hopes to one day teach children from struggling families, ensuring that no child is left behind due to poverty."
" Ardita loves to sing and dance and during the day she plays outside."
"Ropani loves to play and run with her little age mates. She is a happy and energetic girl. She is at the top of her class in school."
"Adriana would prefer to stay with her family and have a bright future, with a job and her own family. "
"Odelia is happy that she now lives in a safe environment where she receives the care she needs. She doesn't know yet what she wants to be when she grows up."
"Daniel loves to play football. He is also a serious student and studies hard. He is very quiet and shy but a very hard worker."
"Zayn is still young to know what his dreams are."
"Brighton is still to young to know what his dream is but he loves cuddling and playing together with other children."
"Luiza, or Corrie, would like to become a singer. Or start your own business. "
"Juliet wants to become a teacher and enjoys playing with the children of the program."
"Fatima is a very fun girl. She loves playing with dolls, singing and dancing. When she grows up, she would like to be a doctor. "