12 yrs. old
Entered the Program: August 2024
Melany lives with her mother and grandmother; she is an only child. They live in a fourth-floor, two-bedroom apartment. They have electricity and untreated running water which they sometimes boil to drink. They cook with propane. The home has a refrigerator, TV, and good lighting. Melany has her own bed and shares a bedroom with her grandmother.
Melany and her mother recently lost her father at age 37 due to a chronic illness he suffered with for many years. Melany’s mother is hoping to get a job as a high school teacher now that she needs to provide for the family alone. The family usually has two meals a day.
You can help the girls at Quinta Anfuso, and hundreds of other children like them, through our Join The Village opportunity.
JOIN THE VILLAGEDue to the unique culture of the area we ask that you contact us directly to learn more about how to help children in Cuba, including sponsorship. You can contact us through the form below or call us at (360) 574 -3343.
As a child sponsor, you’re providing things like nutritious meals, safe drinking water, education, health care, and spiritual instruction. Beyond meeting their critical needs, you’re building a priceless personal relationship with your child, helping them discover their true worth and God-given potential.
Choose a boy or girl to sponsor with an ongoing commitment of at least $38 a month.
You’ll receive a sponsor kit which includes your child’s profile and photo. You’ll also receive quarterly updates on your impact and letters from your child!
You can build a relationship with your child by sending photos, emails, letters and cards. You can even visit your child if you go on a short-term mission trip with a group!
Your sponsorship helps provide for your child’s physical, educational and spiritual needs. These needs are met differently depending on the community your child is in, but include things like:
We specialize in quality mission trips, affording you the opportunity to visit face-to-face with your child.
Our programs focus on education – the #1 factor in breaking the cycle of poverty.
We place high value on personal communication with you as a sponsor.
Our programs are Christ-centered and have strong relationships with the local church.
Plus bonus group fundraising ideas!
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