Sponsor a Child
The Problem: Recent statistics reveal that the public school system in Nicaragua only invests between $54 and $82
per child each year (compared with $6,000-$12,000 in the U.S.). Many teachers are underpaid and undertrained. Many
schools are overcrowded with 50 or 60 students in each classroom. Of the 2 million school-aged children in Nicaragua,
only 1.6 million are studying. The level of education in many schools is very low and does not often teach higher-level
thinking skills, resorting instead to rote memorization.
The Need: There are many who dream of having their children study in a better school but whose economic situations
prevent them from enrolling. NCA Nejapa offers children the academics and Christian foundation that are essential in
forming future leaders in a country that is desperate for moral leadership.
The Sponsorship Program
Today, NCA Nejapa has grown to a size of over 220 students and 18 teachers. 21% of our students are receiving financial
aid in the form of school sponsorship. Their families pay a nominal amount, such as $5 per month, for tuition. Most
also cover the cost of school supplies and uniform, although these are included for some sponsored families depending on
their need.
Your Responsibility: We ask that sponsors make a commitment to give $500 each year until their sponsored child
graduates from 11th grade. Donations are tax-deductible when given through Worldwide
Christian Schools.
Our Commitment: Sponsors will receive:
- 4x6 photo of child each year
- Personal communication from child
- Report cards twice each year
- Tax-deductible receipts
2008 Students Needing Sponsors
The following qualified students are currently in need of sponsors.
Daniel Aragón 1st grade
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Adiel Ayerdis Preschool
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Cinthya Domínguez 10th grade
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Alejandra Espinoza 3rd grade
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Elian Gutiérrez Preschool
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Abigail Medal Preschool
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Jeziel Medal 4th grade
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Caleb Pita Kindergarten
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Hazel Rodríguez Kindergarten
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Kevin Salgado 2nd grade
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Keren Sandino 2nd grade
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Stefani Sequeira 6th grade
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Dayton Bendaña 4th grade
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(Updated September 23, 2008)
How Do I Begin?
To be matched with a child, please contact Mr. Liam Starkenburg at
ncadirector@gmail.com. Be sure to indicate which of the above children you would like
to sponsor. More information is available in our Sponsor a Child Brochure.
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