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Table of Contents About the sponsorship program

What’s unique? 4 Program overview 5

Contribution & account information 8 Frequently asked questions 11

School values 14 Express love: gifts

Overview 17 Gift packages 18

Gift suggestions 21 Purchase gifts through Lifeline 24

Gift photos 27

Build a relationship

Email your child 29 Meet your child 30

Go deeper

Additional opportunities 32 About Lifeline 33

Our values 37 Revised November 2019

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About [What’s unique?]

Sponsorship is your opportunity to express God’s love to a child through prayers and encouragement. It also goes beyond a child...you’re influencing their family, community, and even future generations with the love of Christ! Here are some unique aspects that we value: It’s a Christ-centered ministry All Lifeline’s sponsorship programs are Christ-centered and share His love with the children and families. Our prayer is that the children come to know Jesus as their personal Lord and Savior, and then share His love with others!

The ministry benefits the children You are investing in thousands of children! You are linked with one child to personally get to know them, but your donations go further to maintain and grow the ministry for all the children. The children receive the benefits specific to the program they are enrolled in, regardless if they are sponsored or waiting for a sponsor.

Build a relationship with a child As a sponsor, you can personally get to know the child you sponsor through emails and/or experience the culture and world of the child you sponsor lives in through a Lifeline short-term mission trip.

Express love tangibly You can send a gift package to the child you sponsor and/or purchase items through Lifeline. We take a picture of the sponsor child receiving the gift(s), which you can access online.

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About [Program overview]

How a child becomes eligible for sponsorship: Once a child enrolls into one of Lifeline’s sponsorship programs (see program types below), they become eligible for sponsorship. We then seek out sponsors for the children to help support the program benefits they receive. Without the support of sponsors, these programs would not be available to the children! A child can be sponsored at any point after they are enrolled, and the child may be sponsored for the duration they are in Lifeline’s program. Types of sponsorship programs To provide these programs, your monthly sponsorship contribution is combined with the donations of all other sponsors to support the sponsorship program as a whole. It is important to note that your donations do not go into the hands of the child you sponsor nor are they put on reserve for the child. As a sponsor, you are linked to a specific child so that you can get to know them and their family, pray for their needs, and be an expression of God’s love to them. Nutrition program Children are placed in this program for multiple reasons, including malnutrition, the single parent cannot provide for all the children, the mother cannot breastfeed the infant/multiple births, etc. The child, with their parent/guardian, comes to clinic each week to be examined and to receive assistance based on their nutritional needs, which can include medical treatment, age appropriate foods, vitamins, and/or other benefits. The child and parent/guardian are also fed spiritually through God’s Word and prayed with.

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Christian schools Our Christian schools are open to anyone in the community, regardless of their economic status or religious beliefs...we want all children to have the ability to learn and grow in knowledge, while embracing them in God’s unconditional love! Our schools begin with kindergarten and continue through elementary or middle school. As part of their education, the children attend Bible classes and take part in devotions, are taught the education curriculum mandated by the Haitian government, and are part of additional programs initiated by the school staff, such as computer science, sports, and reading. The students also receive a healthy school lunch and health/dental care. When a child completes or leaves the program You are notified when we learn that the child you sponsor has completed or leaves the program. At that time, you have the option to sponsor a new child who is waiting for a sponsor, donate to Lifeline’s ministry, or step away from your commitment. Please note: Many times we are not given a reason why the child is no longer participating in the program, as this is very cultural. The families we serve live transient lives and they may move if a lease expires, better opportunities arise, family circumstances require relocation, etc. If this happens to you, then celebrate with God the impact that you and the program staff have had, and the seeds you have planted in the life of a child, their family, and their community!

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Formerly sponsored children It can be hard to say goodbye to the child you sponsor, when you built a relationship with the child and their family. If the formerly sponsored child remains in the community and can be located, then you have the opportunity to continue that relationship after they graduate or are no longer in Lifeline’s programs. You may then continue to email and/or send gifts to them, following the same guidelines provided in this handbook. If you choose to sponsor a new child: you are linked to a new sponsored child so that you can get to know them and their family, pray for their needs, and be an expression of God’s love with them. If you choose to continue a relationship with the former child but choose not to sponsor another child: you’ll then come alongside Lifeline as a Spark member, our $12 per month club. Your automatic, recurring monthly gift enables the ongoing ministry to all the children and communities. Today, there are countless numbers of children who have graduated through Lifeline’s programs and are giving back to their communities, along with generations who are now living for Christ...all because they had the opportunity to be part of a Christ-centered program in their community. Learn more at lifeline.org/spark.

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About [Contribution & Account Information]

Your sponsorship contribution: $40 per month per child An important reminder: all children in the sponsorship program – whether they are sponsored or still waiting for a sponsor – are being blessed with the benefits of the program. Your sponsorship contributions, along with donations from fellow Lifeline donors, enable children who are still waiting for a sponsor to be part of the program. Your contribution benefits the child you are linked with along with the thousands of other children around the world within Lifeline’s sponsorship program! You personally get to know one child, but your impact is stretching to thousands of children! Account number You have been assigned an account number (referred to as your AN), which is very important for proper allocation of your contributions. Your donor AN is located in the letter you received. Please include your AN on all communications. Simply contact sponsor@lifeline.org if you cannot locate your account number.

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Access your sponsor dashboard and set up your account at lifeline.org/sponsorlogin You can create an online account, which enables you to view your sponsor dashboard, your sponsored child, purchase gifts through Lifeline, access this handbook, manage your giving, and more! Simply follow the instructions at lifeline.org/sponsorlogin to set up your account. Ways to give: Log in to your account to donate online by credit card or check at lifeline.org/donate: Contribute online by credit card or by EFT (bank transfer) from your checking or saving account. You can also set up automatic, recurring donations online when you checkout, which is a convenient way to donate! EFT/automatic monthly bill pay through your checking or savings account: Please include your Lifeline Account Number (AN) when setting this up so that contributions received will be credited to your account. Checks: Please make payable to “Lifeline Christian Mission” and mail to

Lifeline Christian Mission PO Box 2288 Monument, CO 80132

Simply mark on your check or include a note with your child’s name/ID and your account number.

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Your contributions Lifeline is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and you will receive a tax receipt annually. Your contributions for any and all ministries will be credited to your account. Important note: Lifeline does not send out monthly statements or reminders. You are encouraged to set up automatic, recurring monthly donations through your credit, debit, or bank. If your sponsorship contributions lapse If you are struggling to meet the sponsorship contribution commitment, please contact us at sponsor@lifeline.org or 614-794-0108. We try to work with sponsors to continue the sponsor/child relationship, but there are instances when we need to seek another sponsor for the child. If your sponsorship giving lapses for a period of time with no communication from you, then we will attempt to contact you to determine if you would like to continue your sponsorship. If you choose not to continue your sponsorship or if we do not get a response back from you, we will end your sponsorship so that the child can be linked to a new sponsor. In addition, communications and sending gifts to the child you sponsor also discontinues.

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About [Frequently asked questions]

Find more answers to your questions at lifeline.org/sponsorFAQs What are the children’s greatest needs? The spiritual needs of the children are foremost; therefore, daily prayer is requested for the child you sponsor and their family. The schools and nutrition programs minister to the whole community, which means children and families may not be Christians when they first enter our programs. Our goal is to reach them for Christ, while ministering to their educational, nutritional, and/or health needs. Can my child read English? In general, the children cannot read English. How long can I sponsor the child I am linked with? You may sponsor the child the entire time they are enrolled in one of Lifeline’s sponsorship programs. At what age will the child complete school? That depends upon how old the child was when they started school, as students begin at varying ages. Disruptions in learning, such as natural disasters/hurricanes, illnesses, or political upheavals also impact the school year and the child’s progress in school. Are Lifeline’s schools only for Christians? No! In fact, the purpose of all of Lifeline’s ministries are to evangelize. Registration is open to anyone in the community. Students in Lifeline schools come from all backgrounds: Catholic, voodoo, other denominations, or families with no religious practice. Parents allow their children to hear God’s Word in order to receive a good education and the other benefits provided through Lifeline.

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How do I find out what’s happening in the life of the child I sponsor? We strive to keep you informed of special events or special needs in the life of the child you sponsor (baptisms, illnesses, etc.) as we learn of them, but information does not always reach us immediately. Therefore, we encourage you to email the child you sponsor and give them an opportunity to share their life with you! Send your email to dearsponsorchild@lifeline.org (see page 29 for details). You may request updates and information on the child you sponsor, such as housing needs, if you are interested in purchasing a new home. Simply email sponsor@lifeline.org or call 614-794-0108. How many people sponsor a child? Typically, only one person sponsors a child, unless a sponsor chooses to partner with a friend/relative in sponsoring the child. Does my child sponsorship contribution go to the child? Your monthly contributions are combined with the donations of all other sponsors to support the sponsorship program. All children in the sponsorship program – whether they are sponsored or still waiting for a sponsor – are being blessed with the benefits of the program. Your sponsorship contributions, along with donations from fellow Lifeline donors, enable children who are still waiting for a sponsor to be part of the program. Your contribution benefits the child you are linked with along with the thousands of other children within the sponsorship program! Note: The gift purchases you make through Lifeline do go directly to the child you sponsor.

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What if I can no longer continue my sponsorship? Please contact us as soon as possible so that we may find another sponsor. If possible, locate a friend/family member to continue your sponsorship and notify us to transfer the child. What happens if I get behind in my sponsorship contribution? If your sponsorship giving lapses for a period of time with no communication from you, then we will attempt to contact you to determine if you would like to continue your sponsorship. If you choose not to continue with your sponsorship or if we do not get a response back from you, we will end your sponsorship so that the child can be linked to a new sponsor. In addition, communications and sending gifts to your child also discontinues. Why can’t I mail letters and/or gifts directly to the child? There is not direct mail service to all of the population, and if there is service, frequent loss occurs; gifts may be stolen. Also, you would not receive a photo of the child you sponsor with your gift!

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About [School values]

We want these values to embody every student and teacher in Lifeline's schools! Affirmation: I am IMPORTANT because God knows and loves me.

Every STUDENT will feel valued and shape their identity according to God's image of them. Every TEACHER will build meaningful, affirming relationships with each student. Every CLASSROOM will be a place of love, acceptance, and belonging.

Truth: I want to learn the TRUTH because it sets me FREE.

Every STUDENT will grow in knowledge, wisdom, and character because of new truth they are discovering each day. Every TEACHER will be a life-long learner, continuing to gain wisdom, knowledge, and discernment. Every CLASSROOM will lead students into a life-changing relationship with Jesus, the source of all truth.

Purpose: I was created by God to do GREAT THINGS.

Every STUDENT will realize they are part of something bigger than themselves and be challenged to pursue their unique calling. Every TEACHER will inspire students to reach higher today and to imagine the vision God has for them tomorrow. Every CLASSROOM will encourage big ideas, impossible dreams, and bold adventures.

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Selflessness: I will always PUT OTHERS FIRST because it makes God happy.

Every STUDENT will have a generous spirit toward others, and be eager to serve their family, school, and community. Every TEACHER will serve each student by being prepared, going beyond expectations, and investing personally in them. Every CLASSROOM will offer a variety of experiences for students and teachers to give of themselves and serve their community.

Integrity: I will do the RIGHT THING even when it is hard.

Every STUDENT will choose to follow Jesus with conviction, courage, and passion. Every TEACHER will live a life worth imitating. Every CLASSROOM will reward honesty, character, and responsibility.

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Express love [Overview]

Sending gifts is an optional benefit that many sponsors enjoy. You are not required to send gifts to the child you sponsor. Why gifts? Gifts are a joyful expression of your love for the child you sponsor. But please be sensitive to the culture and family: you want to be a blessing and encouragement to the family. You don’t want to outdo the parents through excessive gifts, or bring shame to them because of their difficulty to provide their family’s daily needs. Gift deadlines: January-February and July-August Gifts may be sent two times per year. Please note: It will take several months for the child to receive their gifts, due to processing, shipping, customs, and distributing the gifts. Reminder: to send gifts and/or purchase gift items through Lifeline, your sponsorship contributions must be up-to-date.

• You must be listed as the current sponsor for the child • You must meet the commitment of $40 per month per child

and be current in contributions. Simply contact us at sponsor@lifeline.org or 614-794-0108 if you need to check your contribution status.

• Others may not send gifts to children that are sponsored by someone else.

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Express love [Gift packages]

How to prepare and mail your gift package Here are the most effective and efficient ways you can prepare and send your gift packages! 1) Find a container for your gift items You may use a small shoebox, plastic container, or small backpack. Since we want gifts to be small reminders of your love, send just one gift package per child per gift deadline. Important note: Your gift is placed into a standard sponsor shipping bag for identification during distribution. If the contents of your gift package do not fit in the shipping bag, then the extra items will be shared with another child who is waiting for a sponsor. 2) Gather items for your gift package You’ll find helpful ideas on page 21. It is also important that you do not include any of the following in your gift:

• Items on the Do Not Send list on page 22. • Money for the child you sponsor • Your personal information, such as your phone number or

email address 3) Condense, condense, condense! As you place the items in your chosen container, discard all the extra packing materials that the items came in. For example: remove pens from the original packaging and slip them into a

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plastic, zip-top bag, and remove toys from their cardboard packaging. Our goal is to send as little excess material with the gifts as possible, so that the trash doesn’t end up in the streets and waterways of the child’s hometown. 4) Repackage Repackage anything that could leak or spill in plastic, zip-top bags:

• All liquids, such as shampoo, bubble blow, etc • Toothpaste, bar soap, crayons, markers, pens, etc

These zip-top bags are also a great, reusable item for the child you sponsor and their family! 5) Label your gift package This is important! If you or the child’s information is not included in the gift package, then we can’t get your gift to the child you sponsor! Include the following on the outside and inside of your gift package:

• Child's complete name & child’s school ID number (found on your child’s photo card)

• Sponsor name & Account Number (AN) (located on the cover letter)

Note: Do not gift wrap your packages since all gifts are opened, inspected and repackaged prior to shipping. 6) Send your $10 donation for gift processing Your $10 donation assists in the costs of gift processing, shipping, in country transportation, and photography services. There are two ways to donate this:

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1) By check: Simply mail your $10 check made out to "Lifeline Christian Mission."

a) Mailing address: Lifeline Christian Mission PO Box 2288 Monument, CO 80132

b) You may also include other donations on the same check; simply notate the gift designation on the check memo or on an enclosed note.

2) Online: Log into your account and go to “My Sponsor Dashboard.” Locate the child you sponsor, click on the blue “Actions” button, and select “Send a gift.” Now, select the processing fee and add it to your cart and checkout. Note: you are welcome to purchase additional gift items online; simply add it to your cart and checkout. If you need to set up your account, simply visit lifeline.org/sponsorlogin.

7) Mail your gift package to Lifeline Mail the gift package to:

Lifeline Christian Mission 921 Eastwind Drive, Suite 104 Westerville, Ohio 43081

Note: Lifeline inspects all packages (for breakage, spills, and appropriateness), condenses the packaging, and then repackages the gifts into our sponsor shipping bags, which includes the child's identifying information.

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Express love [Gift suggestions]

We suggest including something useful, something educational, and something fun in your gift package! Below are some ideas, but feel free to be creative!

School items Bookbag, chalk and chalkboard (small), colored pencils, coloring books, crayons, English/French dictionary, erasers, flashcards, glue, lunch box, markers, notebooks, pencil sharpeners, pencils, pens, plastic bowl and lid for lunch (and include a spoon), rulers, scissors, water paints. Books in French or Haitian Creole (which are hard to find!): Books need to be non-violent, educational or spiritually enriching, and wholesome in their content. Miscellaneous Canned meat (with a can opener), clothing (details follow), hair brushes, bows/barrettes, jewelry (pierced ears), mirrors, peanut butter, perfumes and powders, photo albums, sewing kits (small), soap (antibacterial), stationery (small), t-shirts (Christian themes), toothbrush and paste, twin sheet set and mattress cover, vitamins (children & infant; chewable vitamins, but not gummy vitamins), wallets, and watches. Clothing: types & sizes All types of summer clothing are needed: shirts, shorts, dresses, skirts, shoes, socks, and underwear. Please note: Culturally, girls do not wear slacks or shorts; they wear knee-length skirts. And

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remember, it is summer year-round in Haiti and most people do not have electricity in their homes. A “rule of thumb” is to buy the same size as the child’s age until they reach the age of 15. Children who receive gifts for the July/August deadline are measured, and the measurements are accessible at lifeline.smugmug.com in the event you wish to send clothing or shoes as gifts. Toys Balls, cars/trucks, dolls/clothing, dominoes, flutes, hand-held games, harmonicas, jacks, jump ropes, kites, magic slates, marbles, modeling clay, play dishes, puzzles, and soccer balls. *Note: Include extra batteries for toys (if needed) and check with your local post office for guidelines when shipping batteries in packages. Do not send:

• “Pop top” type cans of meat, etc. (“pop tops” explode) • Buckets or oversized packages • Books or games that require English to play or read • Chocolate or foods that may melt • Packaged snack items (granola bars, etc); they attract ants

and rodents during the long duration they are in shipping and storage.

• Anything in glass • Toy weapons or toys of violent nature (guns, knives, squirt

guns, etc.) • Combustible items, such as lighters, matches, or explosives

of any type • Anything to ride with wheels: bikes, scooters, skateboards,

etc. In general, there are no sidewalks, the terrain is not suitable, and riding in the roads is dangerous.

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Cash gifts to child Additional funds for the child you sponsor and/or their family can be given directly as a cash gift in their currency; the suggested amount is $20 - $100 (U.S.) per gift deadline. This money is entrusted to the family to assist with basic needs but is not large enough to be misused or create dependency. Lifeline does not track or follow up with the families on how the gift money is spent. Cash gifts are over and above your monthly sponsorship. The cash gift is given at the same time the other gifts are distributed. A photo of the child (and sometimes with the parent or responsible adult) is taken at the time money and all other gifts are given. This can be given online through your sponsor dashboard (more details on page 25 “How to purchase gifts online”) or include the additional amount on your check with your regular contribution and notate how the additional funds are to be used. Please note: a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the cash contribution.

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Express love [Purchase gifts through Lifeline]

Lifeline has select gift items available to purchase. How to purchase gifts: Online: If you haven’t done so already, then you’ll want to set up your account; instructions are found at lifeline.org/sponsorlogin. Log in to your online account and go to “My Sponsor Dashboard.” On this page you'll find the child(ren) you sponsor listed. Click on the “Actions” button, which is on the right side of the child’s name/birthday. On the drop down, click "Send a Gift" and the gifts specific to the child's location are listed. Simply select the items you would like to purchase and then click "Add to Cart" at the end of the gift list. Follow the prompts to complete your purchase. (Note: If you sponsor multiple children then you will have a button next to each child, which is specific to that child. You may purchase gifts for multiple children within the same purchase.)

By check: Simply mail a check made out to "Lifeline Christian Mission" and include a note to designate the gifts to purchase. For your convenience, you can write one check to include all purchases, child sponsorship contribution, processing fee, etc. Mail check donations to Lifeline Christian Mission, PO Box 2288, Monument, CO 80132.

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Gift options All prices are in U.S. dollars. These items have been determined to be those most needed. Prices include Lifeline’s administrative costs to obtain/purchase/make the items, and shipping, handling, and processing. Prices are subject to change; simply log into your account for current prices or contact us at sponsor@lifeline.org or 614-794-0108. Bed and mattress The bed frames are made by Lifeline’s Haitian staff

• $275: single/twin bed and mattress • $550: bunk beds or two single beds (determined by the

family’s preference or whether their home will accommodate a bunk bed).

• $175: mattress only Bible $15 each in Haitian Creole or French Book: “101 Beautiful Stories of the Bible” $10 per book in Creole Book packet #1, or #2, or #3 (please specify; books are different in each pack) $50 per packet; each packet contains three different books, which are appropriate for children of all ages. Cooking stove $35.This Haitian-made charcoal cooking stove uses 50% less charcoal and produces less smoke than traditional Haitian cooking stoves. This reduced charcoal consumption helps the environment, saves the family money, and reduces health hazards.

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Food bags $10 purchases one food bag, which feeds a family of five a modest amount of food for 2-3 days. You may purchase up to 8 food bags each gift deadline per sponsored child. New two-room home $4775. Your gift provides a two-room, cement block/stucco home for the sponsored child and their family. Families must be pre-qualified through Lifeline. Sponsors may also come to Haiti and help build the home! Visit lifeline.org/homes for details. Table and chairs $300 for a table and 4 chairs. These are handmade locally in Grand Goave, Haiti. Soccer balls $20 each. These balls are purchased in-country.

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Express love [Gift photos]

When you send gifts, purchase gifts through Lifeline or send a cash gift, we take a picture of the child you sponsor receiving your gift! Online photo album: lifeline.smugmug.com All gift photos are available at lifeline.smugmug.com and you will receive an email when the photos are available to view online. Simply search (in the upper right corner) for the photo by typing in your AN, such as AN12345

For full instructions on how to find the child’s photo:

• If you haven’t done so already, then you’ll want to set up your account at lifeline.org/sponsorlogin, which enables you to access your sponsor dashboard.

• When you are logged in, go to “My Sponsor Dashboard” and then click on “Find your gift photos.”

Please note: Contact sponsor@lifeline.org with your current email address or update your account online to ensure that you receive the latest news about the child you sponsor!

Receive a photo by mail: • If you do not have email or internet access, we will gladly

mail you a copy of the gift photo. • Please call 614-794-0108 to let us know.

Questions or concerns: Contact sponsor@lifeline.org or 614-794-0108.

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Build a relationship [Email your child]

Emailing your child is an optional benefit that many sponsors enjoy. You are not required to correspond. The sponsored children enjoy receiving emails! Many children and families have been encouraged in their faith through their sponsorship relationship. Therefore, take a few minutes to write to the child you sponsor and allow them the opportunity to get to know you! Communication is initiated by you sending an email to the child you sponsor (via Lifeline) and then they will respond to you. Email your sponsored child

• This is the best option to connect with the child you sponsor!

• When you log into your account at Lifeline’s website, simply click on your account name and click on “My Sponsor Dashboard” for details on sending an email to your sponsored child.

• You may send an email once each quarter throughout the school year. We cannot pass on your correspondence if it is received during summer break since it is difficult to locate the students. The Haitian children's school year is typically September – May.

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Build a relationship [Meet your child]

You can personally visit the child you sponsor and their family through a Lifeline short-term mission trip. You’ll experience the culture and world that the child you sponsor lives in, while serving Christ in the mission field. Begin your trip at lifeline.org/go When you meet the child you sponsor and their family, you are welcome to bring a gift. As you consider your gifts, we suggest the following guidelines:

• One article of clothing: you will be provided the clothing size of the child you sponsor, if this is something they need.

• Appropriate book: French or Creole, based the child’s age/ability. Pick a favorite book to inspire discovery and further conversations with the child you sponsor.

• A family game: We are all about building families! Consider something that would bring the family together. Preferably, bring games that do not require batteries, electricity or require reading English.

Important reminder about gifts: As a sponsor, your role is loving, teaching, leading, and demonstrating Christ to the children and their families. Gifts should never overshadow relationship; they should be the fruit of a healthy relationship…a blessing, not the motivation. The children love to receive a gift from you, but what they really cherish is you and who you are!

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Go deeper [Additional opportunities]

Assist a child who is waiting for a sponsor There are many children enrolled in our sponsorship program who are still waiting for a sponsor. You can make a difference in these precious children’s lives by giving an extra donation to help provide the program benefits to these children. Visit lifeline.org/donate and search by “children.” Be an advocate & host a drive Connect your friends and family with children who are waiting for a sponsor: host a drive at your church, organization, or business! Visit lifeline.org/childadvocate for details. Invite a friend to sponsor a child Invite a friend or family member to sponsor a child! They can begin today at lifeline.org/sponsor. Package meals for the hungry This family friendly service project involves all ages, as you package nutritious, shelf-stable meals. These meals are distributed to the hungry around the world and to local food pantries. Many of these meals are served in Lifeline’s Christian schools and nutrition clinics in Haiti. Take the first step at lifeline.org/packmeals. Volunteer All ages can use their talents to serve God at Lifeline’s Ministry Centres in Columbus (Ohio), Denver (Colorado), and Calgary (Canada) or serve right where you are! Visit lifeline.org/volunteer for opportunities.

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Go deeper [About Lifeline]

We are passionate about sharing Jesus' love with everyone, everywhere, as He transforms lives around the globe. In all that we do, we live out this passion to... Generously extend hope. Life can be hard and sometimes you need someone to come alongside you to share God's hope through the struggles of life. We walk alongside all ages to invest in their lives. Create possibilities to elevate people. Barriers can hinder you knowing and growing in Christ. When obstacles are removed, God can create a better story! We help all ages see their potential in Christ. Spark a life on mission for God. Standing on the sidelines isn't an option for us, and maybe not for you either. You can join God where He is moving to transform lives for eternity! We provide opportunities for all ages and abilities to serve and discover how they can make a difference for Christ. You are invited to join us! God is changing lives through Lifeline's ministries, whether it’s right in your community or around the world in Arizona, Canada, Cuba, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Panama, the United States, and a global food ministry. You’ll join a passionate group people across the U.S. and Canada who are lavishing Jesus' love around the world!

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Connect your passion to our causes:

Churches

Christ is the hope for the world and God moves through His church! When vibrant churches are planted, existing churches are multiplied, and church communities are equipped to share God's love, His church is unstoppable! As we become aligned with God's purpose, individuals and communities are transformed for eternity. Ministries: Bible institutes Church planting Church multiplication/growth How to connect: Mission trips Leadership development Donate

Youth

Kids are tomorrow’s leaders! A generational shift happens when local churches work alongside communities to empower our youth to change their tomorrows. When these kids are unleashed to reach their highest potential, the future becomes filled with unlimited possibilities! Ministries: Schools Education After school programs Life skills education Sports ministry Connect: Sponsorship: child, church, classroom Mission trips Donate

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Health & Nutrition

Better health enables families to live life to the fullest! When a local church assesses their community's condition, the church can be a catalyst for care, prevention, and education, all while sharing God's love. During disasters and in times of food insecurity, coming alongside a local church empowers them to provide needed resources and to walk with struggling families during their crisis. Ministries: Health clinics School meals Malnutrition efforts Connect: Mission trips Meal pack Donate

Economic

Empowerment

Economic empowerment elevates people to experience their God-given potential! Families and communities can move toward a path of stability and discover their dignity, self-worth, and hope that comes from being a child of God. Their outlook shifts from an inward uncertainty to an outward focus of compassion and generosity toward others. Ministries: Micro-loans Micro-enterprise Savings groups Livelihood training Connect: Community sponsorship (BeFriend) Mission trips Donate

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Mobilization

God's love compels us to get out of our comfort zone! Regardless of our age or ability, God calls us to serve and share His love, both locally and around the world. When we follow Christ's lead to serve, He moves in ways we could never imagine and lives are sparked on mission for God. Connect: Mission Trips Meal pack Volunteer Donate Sponsorship

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Go deeper [Our values]

Our vision: Spark a life on mission for God. Everyone. Everywhere. God turns a spark into a passion to serve Him. So we take His spark to the ends of the earth. (Matthew 28:18-20) Our mission: Extend hope and elevate people to experience their God-given potential. Sharing His love through our resources and through discipleship. (Matthew 25:34-40; Matthew 28:18-20) How we live life on mission: Love Generously: Extravagantly love God and love others. (Matthew 22:37-40) Serve Passionately: Go beyond what is expected. (Mark 10:45) Lead Humbly: Learn, grow and lead with humility as you walk alongside others. (Philippians 2:3-4) Create Possibilities: Make the most of every opportunity. (Ephesians 3:20-21) Ignite Adventure: Contagiously live life on mission to ignite adventure in others. (Luke 9:23-24)

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