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
"Pholoso loves to play football and would like to become a doctor later on. "
"Suresh likes to go to school and help in the kitchen."
" 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."
"Brighton is still to young to know what his dream is but he loves cuddling and playing together with other children."
"Albanita loves to dance and would like to become a dancer later on."
"Binhu likes to go to school and help in the kitchen. "
"I dream of being a teacher. I love playing soccer and basketball. "
"Gulapi likes to go to school and after school plays sports and games with the other children."
"Mikuni likes to go to school and play sports and games with peers."
" Ardita loves to sing and dance and during the day she plays outside."
"Shreyansh want to be a became a Doctor "
"I like to play soccer and play drums. "
"When it is possible again Faith will go back to school to complete her education and later on she wants to become a nurse."
"Ajaya likes to play a ball or circle game with the other children."
"Helena is a very happy girl. She loves dancing and playing with dolls. In the future, she would like to be an actress. "
"Dalton likes dancing and playing football with the other children."
"Aferdita likes to dance and wants to become a sister later on. During the day, she plays outside with friends."
"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."
"Abigael wants to become a nurse and Loves net ball."
"Sonali loves to sing and doesn't yet know what she wants to be when she grows up."
" Sali works a bit on the land and with that he grows some vegetables for his own use. Sali's dream is that he no longer has to worry about food and medication and his children grow up without worries."
"Filomene dreams of a good future with a good job."
"Aakash wants to become a Professor."
"Merlinda loves to dance and would like to become a professional dancer later on."
"Nelvine wants to become a nurse and loves cooking."
"Shiwani loves to tell stories and would like to become a newsreader when he grows up. "
"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."
"Blessington is still young to know what his dream is,but he loves cuddling and playing with the other children."
"Sandeep loves games and would like to become a lawyer later on."
"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."
"Fatuma is too young to fully understand what she wants to be when she grows up, but she enjoys helping others, playing with her friends, and learning new things. She loves pretending to cook, care for her dolls, and assist her aunt with small household tasks. As she grows, she will have the opportunity to discover her talents and shape her dreams. "
"She likes to play with the ball and wants to become a teacher when she grows up."
"At 14 years old, Nancy Baraza has taken on the role of a second mother to her younger siblings. As the eldest, she feels a deep sense of responsibility to protect and support them. Despite the struggles, Nancy dreams of becoming a nurse, inspired by her desire to help people in need. She enjoys reading and caring for others, often assisting her grandmother in household chores while ensuring her siblings stay on track with their schoolwork. Her biggest hope is to break the cycle of poverty and give her family a better life."
"Ragini loves to play ball and doesn't know yet what she wants to be when she grows up."
"Diolinda is still very small, but she wants to become a beautiful, happy woman."
"Ravi likes to go to school and play with the other children of the children's home."
"Susan likes to learn, likes to help with some household chores around the house."
"Ruta is a true worshiper. She is very much led by Holy Spirit when she leads worship in our church, at such a young age. She loves people."
"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."
"Kesani Is Maybe too small to dream about her future, but for sure she wants to be happy now, tomorrow and always."
"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."
"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. "
"Tshegofatso wants to become a pilot and likes to play with other children in the village."
"Poni is a good healthy and cheerful girl and likes to play games with the other children. She loves to read and bake and crochet. She is very active."
"Akhil wants to become a doctor when he grows up. He loves studying and going to school."
"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. "
"Lakshmi likes to play a ball or circle game with the other children. "
"When it is possible again Rhoda will go back to school to complete her education and later on she wants to become a teacher."
"Ramesh likes to go to school and play with the other children."
"Juliet wants to become a teacher and enjoys playing with the children of the program."