Meet Natinael

Aged 9, Ethiopia

Natinael lives in very poor conditions in a one roomed mud house with his mother and older brother. His mother earns less than £1 a day selling vegetables in the market but suffers from ill health so is unable to work all the time and can't provide for her family. Two years ago Natinael was accepted into Abdi Academy, since then he has worked hard. He is a bright child and has achieved excellent results, he is 4th in his class. Natinael is a friendly, caring and active boy who likes to approach people and make friends. He enjoys playing football with his friends at school and neighbourhood children. 

Where Natinael lives

Ethiopia is one of the poorest countries in the world. Famine, HIV/Aids and extreme poverty have resulted in millions of orphans and a life of hardship for the majority of its population. Nearly one million children are orphaned as a result of HIV/Aids. A lack of investment in education and a high dependency on child labour has left five million children without access to an education. Educational opportunities for girls are lower than boys as they are expected to do domestic work or marry at an early age.

Our two schools, the Bethany School and the Abdi Academy are today providing the poorest children with a quality education, daily food, health care and family support. Our Children’s Village has two family homes which care for orphaned and at risk children. 

How your donation is used

92% of your donation will be used to directly provide the best care possible for Natinael. 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 Natinael 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.

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