My name is Luis. I am 10 years old and studying in 3rd grade this year. My mom works hard trying to support my three siblings and I. She works as a farmer and snaps the ends of peas. It’s hard work, seasonal work, and that is why she asked for help from Common Hope to help with the costs of school. Her dream is to see her children go to school and one day graduate.

My name is Cristina Elisa and I am in 1st grade this year. My favorite game to play is hide-and-seek. I am really good at hiding! I think I would like to be a doctor when I grow up so I can make people feel better.

Mi nombre es Trinidad. My name is Trinidad. I am going to preschool right now. We are learning many things in school. At home I like to play with toy motorcycles. I would like to be a doctor when I grow up but maybe I will change my mind.

My name is Lidia and I am studying in 1st grade this year at the San Rafael community school. I like going to school because I have a nice teacher and I like to color. I like to play with dolls and my favorite color is pink. I like cats and I help take care of the ones that we have at my house. When I am not in school I help with chores at home like washing clothes.

My name is Ferla and my family is new to Common Hope. I am really excited to be going to school now. I am 7 years old and in 1st grade. I live with my parents and older brother in San Miguel Milpas Altas. My dad works as a bus driver’s assistant, collecting money from the people who ride the bus. With this type of job my dad earns around $150 each month in order to support our family.

My name is Siriam. I live in San Miguel Milpas Altas with my mom and two brothers. I’m in 5th grade. My mom is a single mom, so my brother and I help a lot around the house and we also help each other with homework.

My name is Henry and I am 6 years old. I have five siblings. My dad is a farmer and we live in San Rafael. When I am not in school I sometimes go to help my dad in the fields.

My name is Alvaro and I’m 13 years old. I was super nervous to attend school for the first time. Now I love it! My favorite subjects are reading and calligraphy. I also enjoy reciting poetry at school.

At any given time, there are more than 600 students waiting for a sponsor. If you would like to sponsor a student of a specific age or gender, click here to email a member of our Sponsorship team who can help match you with a student.