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Nicaragua Christian Academy
School Needs

Sponsor a Child

Photo 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.

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The Sponsorship Program

Today, NCA Nejapa has grown to a size of over 320 students and 22 teachers. Approximately 20% 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 consider giving $600 each year for their sponsored child. Donations are tax-deductible when given through ACSI (Association of Christian Schools International).

Our Commitment: Sponsors will receive:

  • 4x6 photo of child each year
  • Personal communication from child
  • Report cards twice each year
  • Tax-deductible receipts

Students Needing Sponsors

The following qualified students are currently in need of sponsors.

Erick Bustos

Erick Bustos
Grade 2

Mateo Cabrera

Mateo Cabrera
Grade 8

Sherly Chavarria

Sherly Chavarria
Grade 10

Erick Dolmus

Erick Dolmus
Grade 6

Génesis Espinales

Génesis Espinales
Grade 9

Betsy García

Betsy García
Grade 2

Hollmer García

Hollmer García
Grade 2

José Martín Garth

José Martín Garth
Grade 9

David Lara

David Lara
Grade 5

Andrea Medina

Andrea Medina
Grade 2

Josué Mena

Josué Mena
Grade 4

Raúl Mendoza

Raúl Mendoza
Grade 2

Alejandra Mercado

Alejandra Mercado
Grade 2

Laura Daniela Mercado

Laura Daniela Mercado
Grade 5

Milton Salazar

Milton Salazar
Grade 1

Jonathan Torres

Jonathan Torres
Grade 1

How Do I Begin?

For additional details or to begin sponsoring a child, please contact Dan Van Zoest at dvanzoest@nca.edu.ni. Additional information is also available in our brochures: