ChildWire

October 2009

Disaster Strikes

On Sept. 26, Typhoon Ondoy ripped through the Philippines, destroying homes and separating families. Close behind on Oct. 2, Typhoon Parma struck. Read how one family struggled to survive and how you can help in this situation as well as when other disasters strike countries where we work.

31 Countries - 31 Days

Curious as to how poverty impacts youth living in Kenya? Ever wonder what it’s like to be a ChildFund staff member on the ground in Guatemala? Now is your chance for a virtual tour via our new blog series, 31 Countries in 31 Days.

Gifts of Love & Hope

Each purchase from our gift catalog helps children in practical and lasting ways. Choose from hundreds of items — from school supplies to mosquito netting — requested by our
country offices to help children in need.

Buy a Gift!

Charitable Gift Annuities with ChildFund

It may sound too good to be true, but it is true! Establishing a Charitable Gift Annuity (CGA) with ChildFund guarantees you a fixed annual payment for life and much more. A CGA is the simplest life-income gift you can create, and it delivers strong benefits.

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