Meet Angel
Dominican Republic
Angel lives with his mum, dad, two brothers, grandmother, his aunt and his uncle. They all live in a little two bedroom house made of wood with a tin roof. The father is a motorcycle taxi driver, a very popular mode of transportation in rural DR. The mother does not work as she stays at home to look after her children. The grandmother works as a janitor in a school and hers is the only steady income for the family. The grandma buys food and medicine for the family. Angel is a healthy boy and at the right stage of development for his age. He likes school and is adapting well to routines and schedules. He is not a good eater but now he is at school he is learning to eat vegetables and other healthy food. The family does not attend church. His parents never talk about God at home, so we are glad he is here to start learning from the Bible and about for God's love for him.
Where Angel lives
Despite being a popular holiday destination, the Dominican Republic is a country steeped in poverty – major advances in the tourism industry have only added further to the divide between the rich and poor. High unemployment remains a serious problem and many children do not have access to a basic education or simple healthcare. There are over 220,000 orphaned children on this small island and thousands suffer from malnutrition.
The Eva Russell School provides free education to children from the poorest backgrounds. Without our support, these children would never attend school. Our children's village provides a loving family home for orphaned and at risk children.
Why Stand by Me?
How your donation is used
92% of your donation will be used to directly provide the best care possible for Angel. We’ll use the remaining 8% to support the work of Stand by Me and find a sponsor for the next child.
What you receive
When you sponsor Angel you will receive a pack in the post with his story and photo. Every year you will receive an update about his/her progress, a new photo and at least one communication from him/her.
Real relationship
We know our kids love to receive your letters and write back so we encourage you to write as many letters as you like, along with photos and birthday gifts to develop a genuine relationship.
Not sure yet?
Ask us anything. We’ve helped sponsors change 1000s of kids’ lives, and we know it can be a big decision. We’re here to help you every step of the way.
