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 280 students and 22 teachers. Approximately 18% 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 $500 each year until their sponsored child graduates from 11th grade. 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
2010 Students Needing Sponsors
The following qualified students are currently in need of sponsors.
Erick Bustos Preschool |
Erick Dolmus 4th grade |
Betsy Garcia Preschool |
David Lara 3rd grade |
Franklin Garcia 1st grade |
Hollmer Garcia Preschool |
Jose Martin Garth 7th grade |
Marvin Herrera 9th grade |
Moises Herrera 9th grade |
Gabriela Lopez 9th grade |
Alexa Medina 2nd grade |
Andrea Medina Preschool |
Josue Mena 2nd grade |
Raul Mendoza Preschool |
Fernando Molina 1st grade |
Daniel Palma 4th grade |
Josue Pineda 8th grade |
Caleb Pita 2nd grade |
Jonathan Torres Preschool |
(Updated June 15, 2010)
How Do I Begin?
To be matched with a child, please contact Mr. Dan Van Zoest at
ncadevelop@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, and information
about children needing sponsors is available in our NCA Nejapa Needs Brochure.
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