Children International

Children International is a top-rated humanitarian organization focused on ending poverty by helping children and youth. We take a holistic approach to our programs and work through local professional staff at each of our 80+ community centers worldwide. Our goal is that each child graduates from our program healthy, educated, employable and empowered to break the cycle of poverty.

For more information about Children International, visit www.children.org.

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Social Impact & Volunteering | Children International

The KU Sport Psychology Lab and Children International Partner to Create a Caring Sports Environment for Kids

Aug 16, 2016 7:05 AM ET

The University of Kansas Sport and Exercise Psychology Lab (KUSEPL) and Children International (CI) have partnered to create a caring sports environment for kids in impoverished communities. A coaches’ clinic was held in Guatemala earlier this year where CI staff and volunteers were taught how to utilize sport psychology theory to make their Sports for Development program even more effective.

Flexible Media Releases

Truth or Myth: How Much Do You Really Know About Children in Poverty?

Oct 22, 2015 9:05 AM ET

My Niece, the 10-Year-Old Bride

Oct 9, 2015 11:05 AM ET

Brides Too Soon: The Dangers of Early Marriage

Oct 7, 2015 4:05 PM ET

By the Numbers: Youth (Un)Employment

Sep 15, 2015 8:05 AM ET

Winner Takes All: Adrish's Fight For Education

Sep 7, 2015 10:05 AM ET

5 Successful Youth Projects That Will Definitely Impress You on International Youth Day

Aug 12, 2015 6:00 AM ET

Youth Civic Engagement Activities are Critical for Empowering Young People and Bettering Society

Aug 10, 2015 6:00 AM ET

Orchestrating a Better Future: How Music Education is Helping Children in Poverty

Jul 27, 2015 11:05 AM ET

Hundreds of Children in India Benefit From Children International’s Early Childhood Development Program Thanks to Support From the Guru Krupa Foundation

Jul 15, 2015 10:05 AM ET

A Father's Badge of Honor

Jun 21, 2015 5:00 AM ET

Stunning Photography From Children International Field Correspondent in the Philippines

Jun 18, 2015 12:05 PM ET

INFOGRAPHIC: Water Insecurity in India is Threatening Children's Access to Safe Drinking Water

Jun 8, 2015 10:40 AM ET

How Mosquitoes are Literally a Buzzkill

Apr 22, 2015 11:00 AM ET

Seeds of Hope: Gardens in Quito Bring Communities Together

Apr 6, 2015 3:00 PM ET

Deadly Extremes: Obesity and Malnutrition...Two Epidemics that Can Sometimes Go Hand-in-Hand

Mar 24, 2015 8:15 AM ET

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Stories From the Field

Children International works in 20 countries around the world. These articles tell the stories of sponsored and non-sponsored children, their families...

Empowering Girls

Children International delivers programs that help girls stay healthier, become educated, avoid early marriage and pregnancy, and pursue the lives...

Youth Leadership

Children International teaches youth the skills they need to stay safe and healthy, complete school and job training, find gainful employment and...

Water

Lack of clean water and poor hygiene and sanitation can cause illness and even death. For the sake of its sponsored children and the communities where...

Health and Nutrition

Children International believes that healthy children have a better chance at overcoming poverty and leading happier, more successful lives.

Honoring Local Volunteers

Local volunteers who live in and are part of the impoverished communities Children International serves dedicate their time and energy to enhancing...

Emergency Response

In communities where we operate, our local field staff are among the first to provide aid during natural disasters and other emergencies, assisting...

Community Literacy

Children International’s Community Literacy Program promotes the love of reading, a culture of literacy and the acquisition of knowledge among...

Social and Financial Literacy

Children International knows the importance of social and financial literacy when it comes to helping children overcome economic challenges. Through...

Children International Responds to Typhoon Haiyan

Children International is responding to victims of Super Typhoon Haiyan with essential aid and is utilizing its crisis response network built over 30...