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Children Seeking Sponsors

When you sponsor a young person to go to school through our LEAP Educational Sponsorship Program, you'll help them fulfill their dream of becoming an accountant, doctor, engineer, nurse and more!

How does LEAP work?

When you become a sponsor—a "LEAP Angel" to a young person—we'll send you a Welcome Pack and updates so you can get to know your sponsored youth. Travel with us to Guatemala and you can meet the student you're helping and experience first-hand how your gift is transforming a life!

Frequently asked questions

Yeimy G.
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(PRIORITY)Yeimy G: Budding Health Care Professional

In her third year of university study, Yeimy is passionate about becoming a nurse AND making sure her community has access to high-quality health care. A family of five, her parents are struggling to keep her in school. Support Yeimy so she can become a nurse and advocate for healthcare equality.
$
125
USD
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Orlando L: Future Civil Engineer

Orlando dreams of becoming a civil engineer, but it’s been tough to stay in school. His parents struggle to support their seven children, and need him to work in the fields. A scholarship would replace what Orlando would have earned and allow him to pursue his dream. Please help!
$
33
USD
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Carlos U
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Carlos U: Great with Numbers

Ten-year-old Carlos has a mind for math and a desire to serve his community! While his father drives a minibus to support their family of five, Carlos helps his mother with chores and feeding the family’s rabbits and chickens. His dream is to become a police officer. Help him if you can!
$
33
USD
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Eulogio L.
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Eulogio L: Keeping the Peace

This first-grader saw police officers on television helping others and wants to grow up to be one! His uncles work construction, but there’s no money left after expenses for grandma and 8 others—including Eulogio's single mom. Your support will help Eulogio become a police officer.
$
33
USD
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Cristian T.
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Cristian T: Bound for Accounting

At just 11 years old, Cristian’s a math wiz. Between studying he helps his single mom do laundry to cover expenses for their family of six, and cuddles his dog, “Preciosa.” Cristian has great grades, is passionate about numbers, and dreams of being a successful accountant. Help change Cristian's life!
$
33
USD
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Catarina R: Future Business Owner

Catarina dreams of running a business that benefits her community. In her second year of high school, she’s aiming for a college and a degree in business administration. But resources are tight for this youngest child of four. Your support and encouragement will make her dream come true!
$
65
USD
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Luis M.
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Luis M: Athlete and Future Teacher

Luis is just 9 years old and has already decided he wants to become a teacher to educate the children of his village while he helps support his family. He is especially athletic and enjoys playing soccer as part of a local team. Thank you for considering supporting Luis so he can become a teacher!
$
33
USD
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Pedro L.
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Pedro L: Older Student Determined to Succeed

Pedro is passionate about social media, and one day, aims to have his own marketing agency. His father doesn’t earn much as a farmer, so Pedro works to help support his family but attends university classes each Saturday. Tuition and travel expenses are tough for Pedro and his family to pay alone. Your support to help ensure Pedro can finish college would transform his life!
$
125
USD
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Priority Students: LEAP Forever Fund

Once we commit to a student, it's through college graduation—even if hardship prevents their sponsor from continuing. Our Forever Fund is the safety net that ensures an uninterrupted education, and that we're always there to support our student's hopes and dreams! We list these students as a Priority to connect them quickly to a caring sponsor.
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