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 1. Bethany promotes the sponsorship of children
Bethany strives to find permanent families for children. We know, however, that finding families for some children may take more time and we also know that some children may never join their forever family. Bethany is committed to providing the support that is necessary to make sure that these children also experience the love, security, and care they need.
2. Bethany sponsored children live in a variety of home or orphanage environments
In some cases, Bethany has built and helps to manage their own orphanage care. Bethany also works with private or government orphanages. Other children may be living in foster homes or with their own families in desperate need of support. Through the help of sponsorship, Bethany strives to find permanent families for children.
3. Cost of a sponsorship
Sponsorship is available at two levels: a full sponsorship of $300/year or a half sponsorship of $150/year.
4. The gifts go to support the sponsored child
The exact amounts vary slightly per country, but on average, 85% of your sponsorship gift goes to the care of the child.
5. Gifting payment options
There are several options that you may choose from. You may want to fulfill your pledge with a one time gift or you may also choose to give semiannually, quarterly, or monthly. Cash, check, or charge are accepted for sponsorship gifts.
6. When your child no longer needs sponsorship support
We will inform you and introduce you to another child that needs your support.
7. Send a special gift to your sponsored child (birthday/Christmas)
We would like you to keep your gifts within a range of $10-$20. The most efficient way to get a gift to your sponsored child is to send a check to Bethany. Our staff will purchase the gift with the money you sent for your child. We strongly encourage monetary gifts rather than packages, due to difficulties in shipping packages to other countries.
8. Communication about sponsored children
You will receive information on the specific child that you sponsor, including a new picture, two times per year. You will also receive the “Making a Connection” Sponsorship Newsletter three times per year.
9. Sponsorship payments
You will receive a receipt in the mail following your first payment; a self-addressed envelope will be included for your subsequent sponsorship payments. Please send your following monthly/quarterly/semi-annual payments to Bethany Christian Services in the envelope provided. You will receive a receipt after each payment.
For further information about your sponsorship call 888.242.8332 or email us at sponsorship@bethany.org
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