Please read our statement on the discovery of children in unmarked graves at Residential Schools.

Vision, Mission & Values

Our Vision



A world where children thrive free from poverty.

Our MISsion



To unlock children's potential through community-led action in Canada and around the world.

Our Approach



We work with local partners to build capacity in communities so that they can achieve their own long-term sustainable change.

We follow best practice in development based on a formal Theory of Change, which includes monitoring, evaluation, and attention to gender and climate change as cross-cutting themes. Read more.

Our Difference



We take a personalized, community-led approach to development. We are focused yet flexible. We are transparent, seeking long-term impact.

We increase access to quality education for children, support families to gain greater food security and help build sustainable community resilience. We work through local partners and directly with communities to achieve demonstrable change that benefits children.

Our VALUES


 

With shared values as touchstones, we are able to act with courage, honesty and integrity to deliver impact.

  • We are driven by our mission
  • We are innovative and open to change
  • We treat each other as we would like to be treated
  • We are a listening and respectful organization
  • We believe in each other’s potential

 

WAYS TO HELP


DONATE

Support sustainable, long-term poverty alleviation for children, families and communities.

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GIVE THE BEST GIFT EVER

Celebrate any occasion with a symbolic gift of a real item. Give a gift to help a child thrive today!

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SPONSOR A CHILD

Sponsor a child in Africa or Bolivia for as little as $33/month.

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DONATE MONTHLY

Become an Everyday Hero. Give monthly to help children daily. Learn more.

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Other Options

Get involved in one of the many other options for making a difference in children’s lives!

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