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Children Seeking Sponsors

When you sponsor a young person to go to school through a LEAP Educational Scholarship, or get critical medical assistance with a LEAP Care Sponsorship, you'll help them fulfill their dream of becoming an accountant, doctor, engineer, nurse... or living a healthier, more productive life.

How does LEAP work?

When you become a sponsor—a "LEAP Angel" to a young person—we'll send you a Welcome Pack and updates so you can get to know your sponsored youth. Travel with us to Guatemala and you can meet the youth you're helping and experience first-hand how your gift is transforming a life!

ANNUAL SPONSORSHIPS are also available.
Call us to set up this option: (714) 232-8669 ext. 2

Frequently asked questions

Marisela M.
Monthly donation

(PRIORITY) Marisela M: A publicist!

Marisela, 21, is the youngest of eight children and a marketing student at university. While working and studying, she aims to graduate and apply for a job in the advertising department of a large company, where she can learn more about the industry. Thank you for your support in making Marisela's dream a reality.
$
125
USD
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Elias L.
Monthly donation

(PRIORITY) Elias L: a new criminologist!g

Elias, 16, is the youngest of two children and dreams of starting a career in criminology in high school next year, becoming a professional and then helping his family while continuing his studies at university. His father covers their household expenses with his work as a bricklayer. Your support makes Elias's dream come true!
$
65
USD
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Daniela G.
Monthly donation

Daniela G: A passion to develop young people

Pursuing an educational administration degree and in her first year at college, Daniela (22) aims to contribute to the personal and professional growth of young people, having worked regularly with youth at her church group. Your investment in Daniela’s studies will bring rich rewards to future generations of her community.
$
125
USD
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Fernanda M.
Monthly donation

Fernanda M: A budding chef

With little time to perfect her culinary skills, Fernanda dreams of studying gastronomy and becoming a great chef. Besides middle school, she does housework, laundry for others and works in the vegetable fields to help cover her family’s expenses. Your help is a vital ingredient for Fernanda´s future in cooking.
$
33
USD
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Marilu S.
Monthly donation

Marilu S: Teaching with love

Marilu (15) is a first-year high school student pursuing her childhood dream of teaching preschoolers with patience and love. The youngest of 4 siblings with a single mother, she dreams of being a teacher at a local school. A scholarship from you for Marilu brings hope to this family for a brighter future.
$
65
USD
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Victoria L.
Monthly donation

Victoria L: A pediatrician!

In her final year of elementary school, only child Victoria (12), loves to be with young children and enjoys working with them. Her dream is to become a pediatrician to improve the health and wellbeing of youth. She lives with her mother who has a small store in her grandmother’s house. A scholarship for Victoria would give her the chance of making her dreams come true.
$
33
USD
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Douglas B.
Monthly donation

Douglas B: A future mechanic!

Dreaming of his own mechanic shop, Douglas loves cars and engines! He can’t wait to learn more about how different models work. A third-year middle school student living with his grandparents, he helps them plant and harvest vegetables to pay the bills. Your help will make Douglas' life different!
$
33
USD
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Dayana G.
Monthly donation

Dayana G: A doctor for the community

Dayana (14), a middle school sophomore, is the oldest of three siblings. She is naturally curious and wants to travel, learn different languages and explore wide interests that include art, architecture, fashion and culture. She hopes to become a doctor and help those in need and her family.
$
33
USD
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Diego V.
Monthly donation

Diego V: Designing his future

Diego, 13 and the 5th child of 8, is a freshman in middle school who enjoys math. He dreams of becoming an architect and owning a construction company in his community to help his family. He loves reading, his dog Bubul, and going to church with his family. Your support helps him build Diego´s future.
$
33
USD
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Lucero L.
Monthly donation

Lucero L: Cooking for her future

First grader Lucero loves cooking with her cousins, her sister, neighbors and toys having watched shows on television. At school, she loves natural sciences featuring the world and its animals. As the oldest of two whose father drives taxis in a competitive local market, family resources for education are scarce.
$
33
USD
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Prisila L.
Monthly donation

Prisila L: A budding teacher for pre-schoolers.

Only child Prisila (15) studies preschool education at high school and aims to continue at university, working when she can in her family store. Her mother, who works a tough job in the fields, has little income for school expenses. A LEAP scholarship would give Prisila the chance of realizing a future in teaching.
$
65
USD
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Alfonzo J.
Monthly donation

Alfonzo J: Empathy for others

Alfonso (16) studies psychology to eventually become a clinical psychologist. Fascinated by human behavior, his challenging life experiences will inform him. Sport, movies and music are personal passions. Your help will bring much needed mental health professionals into the community.
$
65
USD
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Amanda M.
Monthly donation

Amanda M: A teacher for the community

Amanda 11, is the oldest of two daughters and in her last year of elementary school. Love and patience are the guiding stars for her dream of becoming a teacher in the local community. By helping her young students learn in a supportive environment, she can develop both her own and their skills.
$
33
USD
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Madaly L.
Monthly donation

Madaly L: A doctor for the community

14-year-old Madaly’s father has passed away. In her final year of elementary school and the oldest of three children, she has seen her family struggle with medical issues. She dreams of becoming a doctor as part of a local life-saving team. Bring hope to young Madaly with a LEAP scholarship.
$
33
USD
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Martin V.
Monthly donation

Martin V: The dream of living in a safe place

Martin, 9, has always wanted to be a police officer to help keep his siblings, family and neighbors safe. Eventually he intends to help his family by working in the local community as part of a policing team that provides a better environment for everyone. Your sponsorship can make Martin’s dream a reality.
$
33
USD
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Riquelmer J.
Monthly donation

Riquelmer J: A future architect

Riquelmer, 14, is passionate about his art expression course and enjoys watching videos and television programs where he can learn to draw. His biggest dream is to become a renowned architect with his own business to support his family. A sponsorship will give this creative child a way to realize his hopes for the future.
$
33
USD
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Priority Students.

Priority Students: LEAP Forever Fund

Once we commit to a student, it's through college graduation—even if hardship prevents their sponsor from continuing. Our Forever Fund is the safety net that ensures an uninterrupted education, and that we're always there to support our student's hopes and dreams! We list these students as a Priority to connect them quickly to a caring sponsor.
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