Frequently Asked Questions
What happens when I sign up to sponsor a child?
Funds raised for child sponsorship go to support the physical, emotional, and educational needs of all the children at the home.
You will initially receive some details about your child:
- Photo
- Personal Details
- Information on their Home and Kenya
- Postcard for you to write an encouraging note to your child
Each year we will send a new photo of your child along with an update on their progress.
What does my sponsorship provide?
- Loving family environment where the children receive the nurturing they need to heal emotionally and thrive
- Quality education through trade school, college, or university
- Christ-centered discipleship
- Nutritious food and clean water
- Good healthcare, counseling, and medicine as needed
Can I write to my sponsored child?
Once a year we have a postcard party in both homes. This is a fun, memorable celebration where a note from you is a treasured gift. Be on the lookout for a postcard from us. You can fill your card with an encouraging message for your child. You can even include photos – the kids love to see pictures of their extended families! This party is a very precious time in the children’s lives as they receive messages of affirmation from their family across the ocean.
Our unsponsored children also receive a personal postcard so that each child knows they are special, equally loved, and valued. Our children do not know whether or not they are sponsored. This promotes fairness and a loving environment where all the children feel cherished.
Will my sponsored child know who I am?
Sponsors are anonymous and our children do not know if they have a sponsor. This promotes fairness and a loving environment where all the children feel valued.
Can I visit my sponsored child?
We welcome you to join one of our mission trips where you will visit both homes and all the children. We do not arrange for individual trips with one-on-one time with your sponsored child. Please contact us if you would be interested in joining one of our mission trips.
Can I send other types of gifts?
Because our children live in complete care homes and function as families, the aunties and uncles handle the purchasing of gifts for the celebration of children’s birthdays and Christmas. It’s important for all the children to feel equally valued within the family. For this reason, we don’t allow special presents from child sponsors to one specific child. As you can imagine, this could be hurtful and cause jealousy.
Can I share Children of Hope with my friends on social media?
Please do! We would love for you to inspire and inform your friends about Children of Hope. An easy way to do this is through our Facebook Page or our Instagram.
How can I make a donation?
You can make a one-time or recurring donation directly on our website.
- Credit Cards – Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover (For your convenience, we can automatically process your credit card donation each month)
- Electronic Funds Transfer directly from your checking account
- Mail a Check to: Children of Hope, PO Box 18636, Golden, CO 80402
- Donation of Stocks – email us at info@cohafrica.org for more information
Do you offer mission trips to the homes?
We are happy to discuss a mission trip opportunity with you. These trips are primarily for supporters and friends of the ministry. We typically travel when the kids are home from school in April, August, and November. Email us at info@cohafrica.org for more information.
Can I volunteer?
At this time, we don’t have a need for volunteers.
What is your overhead rate?
As a Christ-centered organization, we strive to be good stewards of the resources you entrust to us. We work diligently to keep our overhead low so the maximum amount of your donation can go toward helping the children in Kenya. Our overhead costs range from 10% – 13% on an annual basis. Each year Children of Hope participates in a financial audit with an outside CPA firm. Below are links to our three most recent 990s.