I can’t believe it, but this fall I am headed to Uganda with 6 other Team World Vision runners to run a marathon at incredibly high elevations, in a completely foreign country. My goal through this somewhat outrageous adventure is to attempt to raise awareness within my own group of friends of the plight of children living in poverty around the world. Each of the runners going on this trip has pledged to find sponsors for 50 to 100 children in a community called Lwamaggawa. Combined, our team is looking to radically change the lives, and futures, of 350 children through the generosity of our friends.
Sponsorship is an amazing opportunity to become involved in the life of a child thousands of miles away. Sponsorship dollars are used to improve the lives of everyone in the child’s community and go towards things like clean water, healthcare, education, and professional training for adults. The coolest part of sponsorship is that you get to build a direct relationship with your sponsored child, writing and receiving letters, sending them gifts for their birthday, and interacting with them as they grow up. Additionally, I want to assure you that your donation is not going to support any of my costs associated with this trip. World Vision maintains an incredibly low overhead and 88 cents of every dollar you give goes directly to those in need.
To see how child sponsorship can literally change the lives of those supported, check out this video.
Bob Pierce (founder of World Vision) once said, “Don’t fail to do something just because you can’t do everything.” Going to Uganda with Team World Vision is my small way of helping to combat poverty and injustice throughout the world. I’m extremely excited to see how God will use me, and this team, as we visit the community we are raising support for.
For $35.00 a month you can radically change a life forever. If you are willing to step up to this challenge send me a message via email, Facebook, or Twitter. Or for those of you who have my number, give me a call. Thank you so much for your generosity!
“Be the change that you want to see in the world.” – Mohandas Gandhi¬
