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See the impact that can be made on so many lives when you don’t give up

We work with children who have overcome enormous obstacles, from missing school to trekking kilometres so they can collect dirty water, to being forced into child labour to help support their family. We see how they don’t give up, which is why we appreciate the video below.

It shows the tale of an Olympian who tore his hamstring in the middle of the race of his life. “When you don’t give up, you cannot fail,” notes the video’s subtitles, as the runner kept running.

At Children Believe, we work with children and families running a much different race. It’s our mission to help provide them with the basic necessities of life, so they can access an education and reach for their dreams.

Watch this video for inspiration on how one person’s support can make it possible for children to build a future of hope.

Sponsor a child today.

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 Inspiring Stories

June 2026

Souraya: From a Victim of Exploitation to a Hopefu...

Souraya, a young girl from conflict‑affected Burkina Faso, escapes exploitation and rebuilds her life through psychosocial support, skills training, and entrepreneurship with the help of Children Believe and partners. Her inspiring journey shows the power of protection, resilience, and hope.

June 2026

Inside Mancico: Where Children Wake Before Dawn to...

Inside Mancico, Nicaragua’s Dry Corridor, children wake before dawn to collect water. Discover how extreme drought, climate pressures, and limited resources impact education—and how new rainwater harvesting systems are bringing hope to families.

May 2026

Inside Bongnaayili: When Distance Puts Mothers and...

Inside Bongnaayili, Ghana: Discover how extreme distance to healthcare puts mothers and children at risk, and how CommRISE is working to bring vital care closer.