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The needs of China’s abandoned and disabled can seem overwhelming. But you can make a difference by becoming a sponsor parent with International China Concern. Sponsorship not only changes lives in China, it may change your life too.
We believe care is for life. Those in our care range widely in age and ability. As well as a safe and loving home we provide therapy, education, food and clothing and medical attention. We train and provide sufficient Chinese employees to ensure the best possible care. But care for life is about much more than meeting daily needs. We seek to empower and equip, teaching valuable life skills and enabling each person to be as independent as possible.
The costs are more than a single sponsor parent could normally provide, so each of our children and young people has up to 10 sponsors. Our programme allows you to partner with others around the world, bringing love, hope and opportunity to China’s abandoned and disabled.
Many of our children and young adults simply want to be part of a family. By becoming a sponsor parent, you have the opportunity to fulfil this dream.
Here’s what some of our sponsor parents have to say:
“We wish we’d known about ICC years ago, so that we could have been doing something constructive for the country our adopted daughter comes from.” – The Allen Family, UK
“We adopted our daughter, Sarah, from China. Through International China Concern we’re now a sponsor family to those who are in need. It’s exciting for all of our family to get the photos and updates on these children and good to see how our donations and prayers can help another child. I only wish that all the children could find their forever family.” – The Cornell Family, USA.
Once we’ve received your form we’ll send you an information pack, including an introduction to your sponsor child and a photograph. If you’ve indicated preferences as to age or sex, we’ll take these into account. Otherwise, we’ll select someone most in need of sponsor parents.
We’ll also send you address labels so you can write, send birthday cards and send photographs of you and your family and friends. This is a lovely way to build your relationship.
If you would like to send gifts, please keep them small and simple. Some receive more gifts than others and this can create problems. If in doubt, contact us.
Sixteen year old Wang Hua shares how her sponsor parents have made a difference:
“My sponsor parents often send me cards and presents for my birthday and at Christmas. I really enjoy receiving them. It makes me very happy that people I’ve never met know the date of my birthday and think about me.
One of my sponsor parents came to visit me. We had a lovely time together. I’d love to meet all my sponsor parents so I can thank them for the way they’ve been so good to me. They’d see how tall I’ve grown, and I’d tell them all about swimming at Summer Camp. I’d also love to talk with them about my dreams to go to school, to learn to draw better and to use the computer, just like any girl would talk to her parents.”
| Country | Monthly | Annually |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | AUD30 | AUD360 |
| Canada | CAD30 | CAD360 |
| Europe | EUR30 | EUR360 |
| Hong Kong | HKD270 | HKD3240 |
| Singapore | SGD70 | SGD720 |
| Switzerland | CHF45 | CHF540 |
| United Kingdom | GBP21 | GBP252 |
| United States | USD35 | USD420 |
Looking to bless someone with an unusual and meaningful gift? Why not sign them up for a year as an International China Concern sponsor parent? By purchasing gift sponsorship, you and your friend or family member will have the joy of knowing you’ve helped to change a life. Contact us to find out how.
16 year old Yang Zhi Xiao was admitted to the Heng Yang Welfare Centre on the 12th August 2002. She has epilepsy and an intellectual disability but is making good progress. Her epilepsy is well controlled and she loves living with her ten house mates. Yang Zhi Xiao remembers her parents and talks about them. Please become one of her sponsor parents today.
2 year old Yang Heng Su arrived at the Hengyang Welfare Centre in May 2007 and came into our care straght away. She has regular therapy sessions and uses a specially adapted chair, as she has poor muscle tone and body control. Heng Su loves music and enjoys interacting with others. She is a beautiful little girl with a fabulous smile. Please sponsor her today.
20 year old Yang Hong Xiang was abandoned when he was ten years old. We don’t know anything of his history before that time. He has some behavioural issues but has settled well with ICC. He is an active young man who is able to take care of his own physical needs. Hong Xiang loves one on one attention and will do anything to get it! Hong Xiang enjoys helping out, especially in the kitchen. His social skills are improving all the time and his wide smile is a common sight at Hengyang. Yang Hong Xiang is in need of sponsor parents. Sign up and invest in his life today.
Du Yi is 11 years old. She has cerebral palsy and has been with ICC since 2001. ICC provides her with regular therapy and Du Yi has really benefited from this. She especially loves physical therapy which involves gentle movement to music. Due to her disability Du Yi needs help with daily activities such as washing, eating and drinking. Her caregivers enjoy looking after her and say that she becomes more beautiful each day. Please help us care for Du Yi. Sponsor her today.