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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"Dalmus is a sweet little boy who spends his days peacefully feeding and sleeping."
"Dalton likes dancing and playing football with the other children."
"Isaac is good, healthy and cheerful. He likes to wash our cars each week and also cares for our German shepherd’s as he feeds them after school each day."
"Maureen wants to be a teacher and loves football."
"I dream of being a teacher. I love playing soccer and basketball. "
"Kusum wants to become a doctor when she grows up. Kusum loves to play badminton and kabadi."
"Miriam wants to be a doctor and loves playing football."
"Radhika loves to dance and wants to become a nurse when she grows up."
"When it is possible again Rhoda will go back to school to complete her education and later on she wants to become a teacher."
"Pramila now goes to school where she is having a great time. She loves to play. Later, she would like to become an engineer."
"Karthik loves cricket and singing and would like to become a teacher later on."
"Mary loves drawing and storytelling and dreams of becoming a fashion designer. She expresses her emotions through art, often drawing pictures of a happy home filled with love and security—something she longs for. "
"Blessington is still young to know what his dream is,but he loves cuddling and playing with the other children."
"Blessing is determined to live a successful life later on she wants to become 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."
"Violet dreams of becoming a doctor because she has seen her family suffer without proper healthcare. She is a determined and hardworking girl, always curious about science and how medicine can help people. She hopes to one day build a clinic in her village to treat those who cannot afford medical care. "
"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."
"Diossane is a lovely boy who enjoys playing with cars. He is very talented at playing drums."
"Subbaravamma now goes to school, loves to play with the other girls. Later, she wants to become a doctor."
"Levi likes playing football with the other children."
"Catherine is a bright and determined 11-year-old with a big heart and a love for simple joys. She is studying at grade 5 .She enjoys helping her mom with chores at home, often taking pride in doing small tasks that make her mom's day a little easier. Catherine finds happiness spending time with her friends, whether it’s playing football or dancing . She also loves reading books, especially those that teach her something new, as she dreams of becoming a doctor one day. Her mother’s battle with HIV/AIDS has inspired her deeply, driving her to dream of a future where she can help families like her own by providing medical care and hope. Catherine is determined to work hard in school, not just for herself, but to one day give back to her community by fighting diseases and making life better for others"
"Benjamin is nearly four. Therefore, he is not able to know what his dreams for the future are. At this moment, all he likes is playing with his Spiderman and being with mummy as she is his only safe place."
"Nelvine wants to become a nurse and loves cooking."
"Tshegofatso wants to become a pilot and likes to play with other children in the village."
"Alisha looks to draw and paint in her free time.Alisha is studying in UKG. She wants to become a Professor when she grows up."
"Nathan loves to learn and sing. He also likes to play with the other children of the home."
"Binhu likes to go to school and help in the kitchen. "
"Reneilwe would like to become a doctor later on and enjoys playing with the other children in the program."
"Felicia is a sweet girl and spends the day drinking and sleeping."
"His future dream is to be part of the army and be a soldier "
"Venella likes to go to school and help in the household. She enjoys cooking together!"
"Faith wants to be a nurse and loves dancing and football."
"Steven loves to draw and would like to become a pilot later on."
"David is happy that he now lives in a safe environment where he gets the care he needs. David loves to play football"
" Ardita loves to sing and dance and during the day she plays outside."
"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. "
"Christine want to go back to school to complete her education and later on she wants to become a doctor."
"Abigael wants to become a nurse and Loves net ball."
"Dishika keeps dealing with the cattle and would like to have a cattle farm later on."
"Neha loves to be with the other children, likes to read and wants to become a doctor."
"Deva likes to go to school and play with the other children."
"I like to play soccer and play drums. "
"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."
"Shital wants to become an engineer when she grows up."
"Prashanth likes to go to school and play with the other children."
"Milton and his two younger brothers are happy to live with us now and look forward to their future. For now, that means 3 meals a day, school and a safe environment. Milton indicates that he wants to become a director when he grows up! "
"Luis loves playing soccer and playing drums. "
"Brighton is still to young to know what his dream is but he loves cuddling and playing together with other children."
"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. "
"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. "