2,800 Abandoned Children Urgently Need Sponsorship

2,800 Abandoned Children Urgently Need Sponsorship

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They Deserve a Safe Place to Call Home

They Deserve a Safe Place to Call Home

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Where They can escape Extreme Poverty and Thrive

Where They can escape Extreme Poverty and Thrive

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Support Our Poverty and Hunger Relief Efforts

At Food For The Poor, feeding the hungry is at the heart of our mission. We prioritize the preservation of human dignity and compassionate care for those in need. Our approach to poverty is rooted in sustainable, community-driven solutions that empower long-term change. From 2019 to 2023, we provided 943 million meals and delivered $3.2 billion in aid to communities across Latin America and the Caribbean. Our growing network of donors and volunteers shares our belief that poverty is not inevitable—it is solvable. Join us in the fight: spread the word, shop from our Humanitarian Gift Catalog, or become a donor today.

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25 Million Abandoned Children Live on the Streets in Latin America




Help Rescue 2,800 Children like

Maria

Seven-year-old María now lives in an Angels of Hope children’s home in Honduras. Her father left the family when she was just five, and her mother—earning less than $2 a day—was unable to provide for her and was forced to abandon her. After experiencing extreme poverty, María finally has a safe place to call home where she receives the care, support, and attention she needs. She now has a chance to break free from the cycle of poverty and build a brighter future.

Through the Angels of Hope program, María receives love, stability, and the resources she needs to grow, learn, and become self-reliant.

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Save a Child from Hunger and Extreme Poverty

Watch our Angels of Hope videos to see how the program is changing lives—providing children with safe homes, nutritious meals, education, and vital emotional support. Meet the inspiring children whose lives have been saved, thanks to the generosity of our sponsors.

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ANGELS OF HOPE CHILDREN AND THEIR JOURNEY OUT OF POVERTY
Children like Maria escaping ultra poverty

8,479 Children
Like Maria, Madelyn, David,
and Astre

Food For The Poor launched the Angels of Hope program in 2003 as a child sponsorship initiative that now supports more than 8,479 abandoned, orphaned, and neglected children living in 87 group homes in Haiti, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Colombia, and Peru.

Our Child Well-Being program has proven effective through the inspiring transformations of children like David, Madelyn, and Astre. Each began life in poverty—born into vulnerable families facing intergenerational hardship—but with consistent support, they’ve achieved extraordinary growth. David, now a successful chef in El Salvador, credits Angels of Hope for his career; Madelyn, once isolated, now feels loved and connected thanks to her sponsor; and Astre, who discovered her artistic talent through the program, grew up to become a professional artist, wife, and mother.

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Heart icon Maria 7 Years Old
New Angels of Hope program recipient
Food bowl icon Madelyn 17 Years Old
Current Angels of Hope program recipient
Books icon David 22 Years Old
Former Angels of Hope program recipient
Madelyn AOH Sponsoree Astre 26 Years Old
Former Angels of Hope program recipient




How Hunger Relief Becomes a Foundation for Self-Sufficiency

Programs such as Empowering Women Through Sewing and Angels of Hope are created to empower beneficiaries to achieve self-sufficiency and inspire them to build strong, supportive communities. We are committed to finding simple, effective ways to fight hunger and poverty without causing harm to the people or the countries we serve. To ensure a lasting impact, Food For The Poor takes a holistic approach, working closely with in-country partners who implement solutions based on their specific areas of expertise. Explore each focus area to learn more about our initiatives.

Focus:1
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Hunger Relief & Food Security
Urgent needs such as malnutrition or undernutrition need to be addressed before treating other poverty causes.
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Focus:2
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Water Sanitation
& Hygiene
The WASH Fund program significantly reduces the incidence of waterborne diseases such as diarrhea, cholera, and typhoid fever.
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Focus:3
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Health

Stabilizing the health of both parents and children is the next priority after addressing food insecurity.
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Community Development
Fostering collaboration, pooling resources, and creating support systems to uplift individuals and families result in a lasting impact.
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Focus:5
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Education

Providing teacher training, school repairs, scholarships, and school meals helps children concentrate on their education.
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ANTI-POVERTY
FOCUS AREAS

Focus:6
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Economic
Empowerment
Economic empowerment enables families to steadily achieve a sustainable income and ultimately attain self-reliance. It is especially critical in remote areas.
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Focus:7
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Agriculture

Providing tools and resources empowers families and communities to achieve self-reliance, enhance food security, and improve their overall diet.
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Focus:8
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Emergency
Response
Disasters result in homelessness and disrupted food distribution, pushing families into poverty.
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Focus:9
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Outreach to Vulnerable Groups
Certain groups such as children, elderly people, and people with disabilities are particularly vulnerable to poverty due to structural disadvantages.
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Focus:10
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Child
Well-Being
Our Angels Of Hope program currently supports over 8,479 young people across 87 children's homes in Latin America and the Caribbean.
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Focus: 1
Focus Hunger Icon
Hunger Relief & Food Security
Urgent needs such as malnutrition or undernutrition need to be addressed before treating other poverty causes.
Learn More
Focus: 2
water drop Icon
Water Sanitation
& Hygiene
The WASH Fund program significantly reduces the incidence of waterborne diseases such as diarrhea, cholera, and typhoid fever.
Learn More
Focus:3
Health Icon
Health

Stabilizing the health of both parents and children is the next priority after addressing food insecurity.
Learn More
Focus: 4
Community Icon
Community Development
Fostering collaboration, pooling resources, and creating support systems to uplift individuals and families result in a lasting impact.
Learn More
Focus: 10
Child Sponsor Icon
Child
Well-Being
Our Angels Of Hope program currently supports over 7,000 young people across 130 children's homes in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Learn More

ANTI-POVERTY
FOCUS AREAS

Focus: 5
Education Icon
Education

Providing teacher training, school repairs, scholarships, and school meals helps children concentrate on their education.
Learn More
Focus: 9
Outreach Icon
Outreach to Vulnerable Groups
Certain groups such as children, elderly people, and people with disabilities are particularly vulnerable to poverty due to structural disadvantages.
Learn More
Focus: 8
Emergency Response Icon
Emergency
Response
Disasters result in homelessness and disrupted food distribution, pushing families into poverty.
Learn More
Focus:7
Agriculture Icon
Agriculture

Providing tools and resources empowers families and communities to achieve self-reliance, enhance food security, and improve their overall diet.
Learn More
Focus: 6
Economic Icon
Economic
Empowerment
Economic empowerment enables families to steadily achieve a sustainable income and ultimately attain self-reliance. It is especially critical in remote areas.
Learn More

FFTP Magazines: SUMMER edition available for download

In our latest edition, we highlight how faith, compassion, and community are transforming lives across Latin America and the Caribbean.

This issue focuses on the growing crises of hunger and poverty, and how Food For The Poor and partners are responding with hope. We feature the story of Semana Santa (Holy Week)—a cherished tradition now embraced as a season of service, with communities distributing meals, collecting donations, and engaging youth in acts of kindness.

We also share the inspiring journey of Santiago, a young boy in El Salvador with a rare genetic disorder. With no local treatment available, his family found hope through the support of FUSAL, Duke University Hospital, and our generous donors—leading to life-saving care and a new path forward.

The work of partners like CEPUDO in Honduras is also highlighted, along with programs like From Seeds to Market, which help families grow food and build self-reliance. This edition is a testament to how generosity is making a lasting impact in the lives of those in greatest need.

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