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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

Jhoana R.
Monthly donation

Jhoana R: A determined and persevering woman

Shirley, 34, is a fourth-year business administration student who resumed her studies after an eleven-year break due to financial challenges. She seeks a LEAP scholarship for tuition to complete her degree, honor her father’s sacrifices, and to apply her knowledge to serve others and strengthen her community.
$
125
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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Lucero L.
Monthly donation

Lucero L: Cooking for her future

Second 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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Dayana G.
Monthly donation

Dayana G: A doctor for the community

Dayana (14), a middle school third year student, 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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Amanda M.
Monthly donation

Amanda M: A teacher for the community

Amanda 11, is the oldest of two daughters and in her first year of middle 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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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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Martin V.
Monthly donation

Martin V: The dream of living in a safe place

Martin, 10, 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, 12, 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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