Prevent Child Trafficking Through Education

by The Freedom Story (Formerly The SOLD Project)
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Project Report | Aug 11, 2025
25 Vulnerable Children Gain Access to Education and Protection

By Chealsia Smedley | Communications Coordinator

Sunflowers are a symbol of pure and steady love—just like the kind of love and support we have for each other.” 
This is a quote from our newest scholarship students, 25 of the most vulnerable students in our region.  Here's a glimpse into their realities:
  • 88% of their families live on $2 or less—per person per day.
  • 52% have family members who were trafficked.
  • 28% of their parents never attended school. 

Thanks to your generosity, these students joined The Freedom Chapter in time for the new school year. Now they have the tools they need to break cycles of exploitation at the source! Each group of students chooses their own name—and this cohort chose “Sunflower.” For them, sunflowers are a reminder of the loving support they will show each other. It's incredible that in so little time, these students are already exhibiting the type of compassion and leadership that creates long lasting change in communities.

Their commitment to communal care reminds us that, even in dire circumstances, small acts of support can create lasting change.Every time you give to The Freedom Story, you sow seeds of support and safety that blossom into the future. We are so thankful for your investment in these students.Together, we are turning prevention into possibility. 

From the Sunflower Chapter: “We just want to say a big “Thank you so much!” for giving us this chance to go to school. If we hadn’t received this scholarship, we don’t know what our lives would be like. Some of our families are struggling, and some of us don’t have a mom or dad—we have to work and study at the same time.We’re really grateful to be chosen for this support. It helps our families with things like school fees, clothes, food, transportation, and school supplies. We promise to do our best and make the most of this opportunity.”

Thank you so much for being a part of their freedom story. 

 


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The Freedom Story (Formerly The SOLD Project)

Location: San Francisco, CA - USA
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Project Leader:
Lucy McCray
A. Muang Chiang Rai , Thailand
$427,530 raised of $500,000 goal
 
5,808 donations
$72,470 to go
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