Kids deserve the chance to realize their dreams and create lasting change

Watch this video of children reminding us of the power of dreaming big

What did you want to be when you grew up? It’s a popular question, and it’s one we ask kids a lot in our programs as we give them access to basic essentials and education so they can reach those dreams. It’s why we enjoy this YouTube video from Seattle’s HiHo Kids of 100 kids telling us what they want to be when they grow up.

“I want to be a paleontologist, mine for dinosaur bones and study them,” says a young boy in the video. Others say they want to be a cook, police officer, lawyer or a filmmaker, among other aspirations.

We help children reach their dreams by supporting thriving communities with life’s essentials, advancing child rights and protection, promoting gender equality and partnering with children to make lasting change.

Sponsor a child today and give them the access to education so they can dream fearlessly.

About Children Believe

Children Believe works globally to empower children to dream fearlessly, stand up for what they believe in — and be heard. For 60+ years, we’ve brought together brave young dreamers, caring supporters and partners, and unabashed idealists. Together, we’re driven by a common belief: creating access to education — inside and outside of classrooms — is the most powerful tool children can use to change their world.

About Childfund Alliance

A member of ChildFund Alliance, Children Believe is part of a global network of child-focused development organizations working to create opportunities for children and youth, their families and communities. ChildFund helps nearly 23-million children and their families in 70 countries overcome poverty and underlying conditions that prevent children from achieving their full potential. We work to end violence against children; provide expertise in emergencies and disasters to ease the harmful impact on children and their communities; and engage children and youth to create lasting change and elevate their voices in decisions that affect their lives.

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