Rebound of Whatcom County

Side By Side Child/Family Sponsorships

Do you know what it could mean if you or I took the hand of a child or parent in need and walked side by side to support them through a one year sponsorship?

How Will Your Donation Help Whatcom County Children & Families?

When you become a Side x Side sponsor your donation will help local children and families attend one or more of the following:


• Students will be able to participate in Flying Colors After School Care Program where they will participate in fun learning activities, assistance with homework completion and mentorship relationships.


• Children who are dealing with issues stemming from divorce, abuse, poverty and/or foster placement can enroll in Compass Kids Support Group where they will receive support and a safe place to work through their difficulties and learn about God’s love.


• Children who otherwise would not be able to attend summer camp can participate in Ray of Hope Summer Program where they learn social skill development, fun and recreation, enrichment activities and an open place for spiritual exploration.


• Parents will have the option to attend any of our On-Track Parenting Enrichment classes or C.H.A.T. support group where they will learn skills and receive support to make positive life changes.

 
In this difficult economy these children and families need support more than ever! A one-year sponsorship would allow a child or small family to receive support through after school care & tutoring, summer day camp, and support groups. $35—$55 per month may not seem like much but to these families it could mean the world.

 

What will a Sponsorship Look Like?

Once you have committed to sponsoring a child or family for a year you will begin to receive the following:

  1. Monthly updates with hand-written thank-yous from Rebound program participants. These updates will include pictures and information on how children and families are benefiting from your gift.
  2. Opportunities to become more involved by writing a letter of encouragement to a child or a parent or volunteering to help (i.e., serve snack at Ray of Hope; provide a dinner for a family in need, etc.)
  3. You will be invited to a variety of events to mingle with program participants via Compass family nights; Ray of Hope talent shows; and more. The focus will be relationship building.
  4. Specific prayer requests will be sent to you for program participants.

 

Yes, I want to make a one-year commitment to sponsor a child for $35/month or a family for $55/month.