Christian Freedom International

Keep your letters simple.  Write about things that your sponsored child will understand, such as family, hobbies, and activities.  Encourage your child’s learning activities and their relationship with our Lord Jesus Christ.

Emphasize things you have in common.  As time goes on, you’ll discover shared interests, perhaps a favorite school subject, Bible verse, or music.  Because of your significance in the life of the child you sponsor, these common interests will enhance the child’s self-esteem.  (Please avoid discussing material possessions which would emphasize differences.)

Send pictures of yourself and your family.  Such photographs will become prized possessions.  Because dress standards may be different in your child’s country, please dress modestly.  (Beach attire, for example, is not suitable for these photographs.)

Send postcards of where you live and places you’ve visited.  Postcards are fun (and educational) for your sponsored child.  Help us safeguard your family’s privacy, please do not offer your specific home or work address, email, or phone number anywhere in your correspondence.

Flat paper items are the only things we can forward to your sponsored child.  Bookmarks, pages from coloring books, photos, and postcards are all acceptable.  Items that significantly change the shape of the envelope are often confiscated by customs officials.

For more information or questions about your sponsored child, please call Christian Freedom International at 800-323-2273