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
"Balaji likes to go to school and play with the other children."
"Junior wants to be an archaeologist when he graduates. He has tremendously grown tall in the past months, he has also become a responsible and quiet boy. He is soon finishing up his primary section and there is high hopes for him to perform with flying colours. He loves music and playing some games like football, volleyball and ping pong."
"Miriam wants to be a doctor and loves playing football."
"Ramadan is a hard worker and very popular in school and at home. He is a natural leader who everyone loves to follow. He is very kind. He wants to study computer science in college next year."
"Dalton likes dancing and playing football with the other children "
"When it is possible again Faith will go back to school to complete her education and later on she wants to become a nurse "
"Dileep likes to play a game of football with the other children."
"I like to play soccer and play drums. "
"I dream of being a teacher. I love playing soccer and basketball. "
"I am Esther Kim ! My dream is to become a teacher. I like reading books especially comics and watching Barbie. I also draw sometimes and colour what I draw. Moreover, I am happy when i could play together with my friends in Children Home. "
"Christopher has passed his senior four exams and is doing well in school. He is incredibly helpful and hardworking in the house. Christopher loves to play football and he's very sporty. He hopes to one day join an international club. "
"Reneilwe would like to become a doctor later on and enjoys playing with the other children in the program."
"When it is possible again Christine will go back to school to complete her education and later on she wants to become a doctor."
" Anil loves to sing, so he does this all day long. Later, he would like to become a doctor to help others."
"Akshya likes to play a ball or circle game with the other children. "
"Norah lives in the children's center with the other children and loves crafts and fun games with the other girls. She is very smart in school and wants to be a nurse."
"Martin likes to go to school and wants to become an accountant. Martin loves playing football, always practicing he's maths and he is soon finishing his high school. He is one of the quiet boys at home though very active in sports especially football. Martin has leadership skills and can easily influence his friends positively, this made him to be elected as the head-prefect for the school."
"Venella likes to go to school and help in the household. She enjoys cooking together!"
"His future dream is to be part of the army and be a soldier "
"My dream is to be a nurse who wears a beautiful uniform and looks after people who are sick. Moreover, I am happy when I am reading comics and drawing pictures. I enjoy watching Barbie and Tom & Jerry."
"Shihlamariso loves to play games and would like to become a pilot later on."
"Krupa likes to go to school and play with the other children."
"Keertana likes to play a ball or circle game with the other children. "
"Teja likes to go to school and play with the other children."
"Brighton is still young to know what his dream is but he loves cuddling and playing together with other children."
"Boboi is a smart and sincere boy. He is very serious about his studies and focuses only on this. To relax he like to play football."
"Juliet wants to become a teacher and enjoys playing with the children of the program."
"Nunticah likes to play with the other children from the village."
"Yesu likes to go to school and dreams of an independent future."
"She has a huge sense of humor and makes everyone laugh. Mercy will not be able to live on her own and will have to stay in the home forever for as long as possible. Keep that in mind if you are going to sponsor her. Your help is greatly appreciated!"
"Druga likes to go to school and play 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."
"Zion loves to play football and is always willing to help. He honestly cares for and looks out for his two little sisters. They are very close. He is very bright and focused on school. He is determined to be the top performer this year. He is kind and has a huge heart."
"Vamsi loves playing cricket and football. Later, he would like to become a police officer to be able to help others in need."
"Maureen wants to be a teacher and loves football."
"Nancy wants to become a doctor and loves washing dishes."
"Solomon is soon completing his training in mechanics and he also started helping in work like slashing at Foodstep home. He likes doing sports activities like football and acrobatics, and he does wiring of different electrical appliances like radios, phones and others."
"Luis loves playing soccer and playing drums. "
"Tshegofatso wants to become a pilot and likes to play with other children in the village."
"Nathan loves to learn and sing. He also likes to play with the other children of the home."
"Ezra is still young to know what his dream is,he enjoys being with the other children Ezra is in good health."
"Jonathan loves to learn and sing. He also likes to play with the other children of the home."
"Vaisali likes to go to school and play games with the other children. She also likes to dance, as soon as the music is on she is unstoppable. "
"Sophie is determined to live a successful life later she would like to become a nurse."
" 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."
"Peter has passed his last four exams and is doing well in school. He is incredibly helpful and hard at work in the house. Peter loves playing football and other sports together. He hopes to one day join an international club. "
"Kevin is one of the most clean, smart and responsible boys at home. He plays football as he's favourite sport and very soon he hopes to get a scholarship from one of the best schools because of his talent. During weekends and holidays he's always practicing new moves and skills in football with outside children or clubs, besides that, he also performs very well at school and he's teachers are so proud of him."
"Aferdita likes to dance and wants to become a sister later on. During the day, she plays outside with friends."
"Christine is determined to live a successful life later she would like to become a police officer "
"Jetmir likes to play video games and wants to become a doctor later on."