Provide Protection Through an Education Program

“I know it's hard and everyone is adjusting now with a pandemic but I know that if I can do it, so can you. We just need to study and learn how to keep up with the new flow of life. Believe and trust in your abilities and the people who can help you reach your dream. This is not the end but only the beginning.” Arvin, Childhope scholar.

Arvin has been a beneficiary (contact) of Childhope Philippine Foundation Inc. since July 2008. According to him, during that time he used to beg or asked money from other people in order to survive the day.

The child has good social skills. He relates to other children. However, he easily confides in people whom he has known longer. He was also observed socializing with them through talking and being playful around them. On other hand, he easily learns and follows his street educators when reprimanded.

Talking about his studies, the minor is very eager to finish his studies. There was also a time when the minor approached the undersigned about his status as a student of the University of Caloocan. The child asserted that he developed his self-confidence and self-esteem with the help of the sessions (Alternative Education). According to him, what he learns from the session, he brings to the school and let his classmate know about it especially the Karapatang Pambata ­(children’s rights).

 Arvin just recently graduated from high school with high honors. Because of continuous support from various donors, he was able to enroll in college. He is currently a 1st-year college in the University of Caloocan taking up BS. Communication. He dreamt of becoming a doctor or a lawyer but because of financial difficulty, he rather chooses this course because he believed that it was fitted for his personality and he could apply it in the future.

When it comes to his family, his step-father was the one who provides for their basic needs. This is why one of the reasons why Arvin is determined to finish his studies so he can help his family’s surviving against poverty. He and his family are very thankful for having a scholarship given by Childhope Foundation because it will not be a problem for them to support his school needs.

We are incredibly proud and committed to continuing to support all our street children and youth beneficiaries in pursuing their dreams and building on their outstanding achievements this year. Also, while some colleges are slowly starting to reopen their doors, many remain closed as do schools, so we are thankful to our staff and children who have risen to the challenge and adapted their learning to help all of our children continue their education in this challenging world we all currently find ourselves living in.

Be the hope of these children in poverty. Donate today and help the street children have the education and life they deserve.