Children Believe

#12DaysOfChristmas🎄 Day 10- Empowering Girls, One Kit at a Time 🎄 12 Moments Where Hope Shines as Bright as the Stars: In May, we launched the Every Week Counts: PERIOD. initiative with the amazing support of Carefree, and thanks to YOU, we achieved something extraordinary! 🌟 We surpassed our goal, raising over $10,000 to provide menstrual hygiene kits for 100+ girls. These kits are making it possible for girls to stay in school with dignity, enabling them to continue their education without interruption. Your generosity is breaking barriers and empowering girls to build a better future. 🙌 Thank you for standing with girls around the world. You’ve made a real difference! 💖 #ChildrenBelieve #EveryWeekCounts #MenstrualHygiene #Carefree #PeriodPoverty #EmpoweringGirls

#12DaysOfChristmas 🎄 Day 9 - Opening New Doors 🎄 12 Moments Where Hope Shines as Bright as the Stars: What an unforgettable evening in September! ✨ We celebrated the grand opening of our new office in Markham, bringing together incredible people dedicated to creating brighter futures for children. Guests learning about the children and communities we support. 🌍 We were honoured to be joined by His Worship Frank Scarpitti, Mayor of Markham, Mr. Billy Pang, MPP Markham-Unionville, Madame Chen, Director General. Their inspiring words reminded us of the power of community and our shared commitment to education and opportunity. 💖 Together, we’re opening doors to education and ensuring every child can shape their future. Here’s to the exciting work ahead! #ChildrenBelieve #GrandOpening #MarkhamCommunity #EducationForAll

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#12DaysOfChristmas 🎄 Day 8 - Running with Purpose 🎄 12 Moments Where Hope Shines as Bright as the Stars: 🏅 This year, the TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon was more than just a race—it was a celebration of courage, purpose, and hope. Our 19 #TeamBelieve runners raised over $12,000 to break barriers and help children access education worldwide. 🌍💙 Every stride, cheer, and dollar raised made an impact. These fearless runners showed us the power of moving with purpose, turning passion into action and inspiring others. From start to finish, the energy was electric, and the determination unshakable. Check out the highlights from race day! 🏃♀️✨🏃♂️ #ChildrenBelieve #ChooseTOrun #MarathonMagic #Virtual5k #VirtualHalfMarathon #charitychallenge

#12DaysOfChristmas 🎄 Day 7 - Empowering Futures in Nicaragua 🎄12 Moments Where Hope Shines as Bright as the Stars: In Nicaragua, our programs are creating lasting change through empowerment and opportunity: ✨ Savings Groups for Financial Independence With 39 savings groups established across 8 rural communities and 21 neighbourhoods in Managua and Estelí, 582 people (including 448 women and 148 youth) are building financial independence. These initiatives are creating pathways to economic opportunities and improving family well-being.💰💪 ✨ Youth Entrepreneurship & Employability In partnership with Nestlé, 26 youth completed a Young Culinary course, gaining confidence, life skills and culinary talents to purse meaningful careers. 👩🍳👨🍳 Together, we’re empowering individuals and transforming communities in Nicaragua. 🌟 #ChildrenBelieve #Nicaragua #EmpoweringFutures #SavingsForChange #YouthEntrepreneurship

#12DaysOfChristmas 🎄 Day 6 - Breaking Barriers and Building Confidence 🎄 12 Moments Where Hope Shines as Bright as the Stars: In India, sports are reshaping lives by breaking barriers and building confidence. This year, over 1,143 girls joined sports programs, stepping beyond traditional roles and proving they belong in spaces once dominated by societal norms. 🏃♀️⚽🏀 Parents and community members are noticing the discipline, dedication, and strength displayed by these girls, transforming perceptions and breaking down long-standing gender norms. Sports are uniting people from diverse backgrounds, creating inclusivity and equality across gender and caste lines. These young athletes are not just building skills—they're empowering themselves and inspiring change in their communities. 🌟 #ChildrenBelieve #India #BreakingBarriers #GirlsInSports #GenderEquality #EmpoweringGirls

#12DaysOfChristmas 🎄 Day 5 - Celebrating Mita Arandu – A Year of Milestones in Paraguay 🎄 12 Moments Where Hope Shines as Bright as the Stars: This year, Children Believe Paraguay launched Mita Arandu, a groundbreaking initiative empowering children aged 3 to 5 in the Caazapá region. Supported by KOICA, ChildFund Korea, and local partners, this three-year project improves educational environments, teaching practices, and promotes good parenting and nutrition. Key highlights include: 🏫 Renovating classrooms and toilets in 16 schools. 🍎 Promoting nutrition education for healthy childhood development. 👩🏫 Training teachers and caregivers for a smooth transition to basic education. As Children Believe Paraguay approaches 30 years of commitment to children, Mita Arandu represents a proud step forward creating brighter futures—one child, one school, one family at a time. 🌟 #ChildrenBelieve #MitaArandu #EarlyChildhoodDevelopment

#12DaysOfChristmas🎄Day 4: Empowering Change – Transforming Lives in Ethiopia 🎄 12 Moments Where Hope Shines as Bright as the Stars: In Ethiopia, we are creating lasting change through a powerful initiative aimed at tackling malnutrition, healthcare, and gender inequality. Focused on empowering women and families, this project is helping communities overcome barriers to health, education, and economic opportunity. Key highlights include: 🌱 Supporting women with tools and training to grow sustainable gardens and store food through the dry season. 🐐 Providing livestock and training to improve nutrition and generate income. 🏥 Revitalizing health clinics with essential equipment and medication to support pregnant women and children. By tackling the root causes of poverty and inequality, this initiative empowers women to create brighter futures for their families and communities. Together, we’re driving change—one garden, one clinic, one life at a time. 💜 #ChildrenBelieve #EmpoweringChange #Ethiopia #SupportWomen #EndHunger #HopeInAction

#12DaysOfChristmas 🎄 Day 3 - Building Brighter Futures Through Education 🎄 12 Moments Where Hope Shines as Bright as the Stars: In Northern Ghana, the QAIECE Project is transforming early childhood education for 3,000+ children. Thanks to KOICA and ChildFund Korea, 1,165 young learners now have access to quality education, with improved infrastructure, trained teachers, and clean water for schools. 🌱📚 We are enhancing education for 4-5-year-old children by upgrading kindergarten infrastructure, providing in-service training to 37 teachers, and encouraging greater community involvement in education. We’re also providing clean water through two new boreholes, benefiting both students and teachers. 💧🏫 Together, we’re helping every child thrive. 🌱🏫 #ChildrenBelieve #EducationForAll #Ghana #Achievements #CommunityEmpowerment

#12DaysOfChristmas 🎄Day 2 - Nurturing the Future Through Environmental Stewardship 🌟 12 Moments Where Hope Shines as Bright as the Stars: In Zorgho, Burkina Faso, 50 children planted 200+ saplings and made a pledge to protect the environment. This reforestation camp, supported by local partners, is helping instill a deep connection to the world around them while shaping future leaders committed to environmental stewardship. 🌱🌍 Together, we’re inspiring the next generation to advocate for our planet’s future. 🌟 #ChildrenBelieve #YouthLeadership #EnvironmentalStewardship #Reforestation #ProtectingNature #BurkinaFaso #Christmas #Nonprofit #FYP