KIDSTOWN NEWS
At Kidstown, we want to stay connected with our donors and sponsors. Here you’ll find our newsletters, info about fundraising events, and the latest news about the countries we are working in.
Nelson’s Story of Hope
(An excerpt from our latest newsletter) When Nelson was just a young boy, he lost his parents to alcoholism and poverty. He never had enough food or clothes, and he never went to school. A dedicated man of God in
MUST READ-Letter From the Executive Director
DOUBLE-YOUR-MONEY MATCHING GIFT OPPORTUNITY! Dear Kidstown Friends, The year of 2020 has certainly been a year of new challenges and change for all of us! This is also true for the Kidstown children you so generously support. They are experiencing
Distress in Nepal
Below is an update that was sent from a Kidstown leader in Nepal. Greetings from Nepal, At the time of writing this note, Nepal is badly hit by this pandemic, and Kathmandu is earning the reputation of second to worst
Meet Vikram from India
So many people have lost their jobs due to the Covid-19 setbacks. But before there was a virus, India was already a difficult place to earn a living. Between a dense population and serious economic challenges, it can be very
#Give38 on Giving Tuesday
“Giving Tuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea: a day that encourages people to do good.” This year, Kidstown is launching #Give38 on Giving Tuesday as a way for you to help cover the sponsor needs of a
The Girl Who Couldn’t Walk
A story by C.R. Roberts. It’s tough to find a rainbow without being tested by the rain. Meet Andrea, age 3. “She’s our miracle girl,” says Gusti, one of my hosts at a Romanian countryside orphanage serving perhaps a dozen
Too Early for Christmas?!
Forgive us for bringing up Christmas so early! We absolutely love how much our sponsors get involved with their children during Christmas. They love to give gifts and send money to children, and this is a huge blessing! Christmas is
Running-The-Race Children’s Education Initiative
Did you know you can sponsor a child’s education? Our newest initiative is directed towards better funding our children’s educational costs! This includes: School fees Supplies Transportation And any other school expenses Education is an important factor in helping a
Cultural Tech Gap
Guest Writer Chuck Valley, Executive Director of Kidstown International This week we highlight the thoughts of our Executive Director, Chuck Valley. He dwells upon the difference between how we in the states are experiencing the challenges of Covid compared to the
Lasting Effects
The end of 2020 is in sight, but the lasting effects of this year are clearly seen in Romania, Nepal, and India. As these countries grapple with how to contain the virus and keep their citizens safe, our homes have
Plane in India Split in Two after Tragic Crash
What do you do when your community faces attacks on multiple sides, leaving families and individuals reeling from tragedy and hardship? One of our beloved homes for girls in India is located in an area that is experiencing some very
Monsoons in Nepal as the Country begins Reopening
One thousand people displaced. Rising number of deaths and missing persons. Monsoon season has destroyed roads, homes, and communities. Rescue operations struggle to meet the need. Local school buildings and community centers have been turned into shelters for those who