Become A Sponsor
FHCI’s Sponsorship Program provides you with the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable children in Zambia by investing in their education. In times of crisis, children in poverty are especially vulnerable and face numerous challenges. Your monthly, or annual gift will give your sponsored child access to life-changing benefits, such as educational support, nutritious meals, individualized medical care, and empowerment sessions. As a sponsor, you will be able to see your impact firsthand through letters and photos from your student. See our students below and learn more about them before you choose who you wish to support!
Our Sponsorship Program is Comprised of…
58
Primary Students
57
Secondary Students
10
University Students
3
Trade Students
2024 Primary Students
Join us in making a profound impact on young lives! Currently, we have six bright primary school students eagerly awaiting sponsorship to support their educational journey. Each child stands at the threshold of a transformative experience, where uninterrupted access to education can shape their futures immeasurably. To sponsor a primary student costs $335 per year or $42 per month (May - December). Explore their stories below and become a beacon of hope in their educational pursuits.
2024 Secondary Students
Make a lasting impact on the journey of seven resilient secondary students eagerly awaiting sponsorship! Among them, three are pursuing education in regular secondary schools, while five strive towards their goals in boarding schools. Despite facing various challenges along their educational paths, these determined students are unwavering in their commitment to complete their schooling. To sponsor a secondary student coasts $420 per year or $53 per month (May - December). To sponsor a boarding student costs $690 per year or $82 per month (May - December). Join us in supporting their aspirations by becoming a sponsor today.
2024 University Students
In addition to needing sponsors for our students in grades one through twelve, we also need funding for our students in university. You have the option to sponsor any of these students outright (see students below), but we understand that it can be difficult for individual sponsors to carry the full financial burden of a university student so we also accept one time donations, or monthly donations of any amount through the University Fund below. We have also created University Packages so you can select which amount and impact you would like to make (see below). However much you choose to give will go a long way towards meeting these students’ educational needs and helping them to have a better future!
University Fund
In 2024, we will have 14 university students (including 5 on our waiting list) so we will need a total of $12,960 to enable these 14 dedicated students to pursue their education and achieve their dreams. This fund is for all their tuition fees, as well as accomodation and upkeep. Not only are you giving them the opportunity to finish school, but allowing them to do so comfortably by limiting their financial barriers. Donating any amount will go a long way, because together, we can transform lives and ignite a brighter future for the communities in Zambia!
$250 will contribute towards a university student's upkeep and accomodation for the entire year!
$500 will contribute towards a university student's rent, living expenses and tuition fee!
$750 will contribute towards 3 university student's tuiton fees for a year!
$1000 will contribute towards completeing a 4th year university student's entire tuition and living expenses, enabling them to graduate!
Upon graduation, students will contribute 5% of their yearly salary to support FHCI’s University Program, for each year they have actively participated. This initiative strongly aligns with our mission of breaking the cycle of poverty in Zambia.
You can donate ANY amount towards ANY of our University Students!
Together, we can reach their goals & transform their lives!
THANK YOU!
FAQs about our Sponsorship
+ How do I sponsor a child?
a. For new sponsors: Once you have read through the student profiles and found a student you would like to sponsor, click on the orange button underneath the student’s picture that says “Sponsor”. After clicking on this button, the check-out page will pop up and you will have the option to pay the full amount for your student, or to pay monthly. Once you select which option works best for you, click on the donate button on the bottom right of the screen then select your payment option. Once you complete the process, you will then receive a conformation email from us, meaning you have successfully completed the donation process and are now a sponsor!
b. For current sponsors: If you are currently sponsoring a student and want to continue to sponsor them for the 2023 school year, click on the button that says, “Renew your Sponsorship” in the top banner of the “Sponsor a Child” page. Read the information on the page, then click on the button on the bottom center of the page that says,“Renew your Sponsorship”. After clicking on the button, the check-out page will pop up and you will have the option to pay the full amount for your student(s), or to pay monthly. Once you select which option works best for you, select the amount you want to donate then click on the donate button on the bottom right of the screen. After you complete the checkout you will receive a conformation email from us!
+ How long does my sponsorshop last?
Sponsorship is done on a year-by-year basis. In October you will be asked if you would like to continue to sponsor your student for the upcoming school year, or if you would like us to find your student a new sponsor.
+ What if I need to make a change to my sponsorship?
You can make changes to your monthly giving anytime. Please contact our Care Team to adjust, delay, or cancel. And because of our on-going commitment to our children from the time of sponsorship through graduation, your child will continue to receive benefits from the program, and we will work to find them another sponsor as soon as possible.
+ Who is Free Haven Community Initiative?
Free Haven Community Initiative (FHCI) is a registered Non- Governmental Organization (NGO) located in Livingstone, Zambia that has four main areas of focus: Education, Nutrition, Health, and Empowerment. In order for the Zambian NGO to be successful, a non-profit organization called Free Haven Community Initiative, Inc. was formed in America to assist its Zambian counterpart. By organizing fundraisers, processing donations, and handling marketing strategies, this partnership makes it possible for the Zambian-based NGO to carry out its day to day functions and focus on its primary goals. The American non-profit is run by a board of directors. The people on this board volunteer their time to make the aforementioned tasks possible. In addition to the American team, the Zambian- based NGO has its own board of directors to manage the organization’s projects in Zambia.
+ What happens if my student drops out or gets removed from the program?
There are several reasons why students may drop out or are removed from the sponsorship program throughout the year. Usually, this is due to students or guardians breaking the Code of Conducts or the student has moved away. We handle each case on an individual basis and provide extra support to those that need it as well as give out three strikes to enable them the opportunity to reflect and improve on behaviours. However, despite our best efforts, some students or guardians do not take the program seriously. We want every student to take this opportunity to make the most of the program, so sometimes we may have no choice but to remove students and replace them with another vulnerable student.
Students may be removed or drop out at any point of the year. So what happens when they do? See below for steps that are taken in due circumstance
