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Vitor is a young Brazilian boy who lives with his mother, Maria, in a small rural village located in the interior of the state of Ceara. Their simple home, which is lent to them, has brick walls, rough cement flooring and a clay-tiled roof. It has a tiny bathroom. Running water and electricity are available. The father has abandoned the home and has not been providing any type of financial support for his child. Maria works as a day laborer in agriculture and the family receives a small family allowance from the federal government. Vitor is active, affectionate and intelligent. He helps his mom by filling the bottles with water. He likes playing soccer and tag, and with toy cars along with other kids his age. Vitor is considered to have good health, in spite of the poor living conditions and diet. He attends a public school and his favorite subject is math. He says that he will be a professional soccer player when he grows up. The family is needy and through your support Vitor and his family will have the opportunity to participate in important projects in the areas of health, recreation and education.