Orphans In Desperate Need Of Sponsorship
Right now, there are close to two million orphans and vulnerable children in Nigeria whose lives have been devastated by the greatest humanitarian crisis of our time: HIV/AIDS. As a sponsor, you will bring hope and healing into their lives by providing them with access to food, shelter, education, and medical care.
Cost of Sponsoring A Child:
Preschool & Under - $50/month
Elementary - $55/month
Junior High - $60/month
High School - $60/month
Trade School/College - $60/month
Capital Campaign Rescue Mission Orphans - $100/month*
By choosing to sponsor an orphan in need, you are demonstrating that you care for the less privileged and the oppressed people in our world. We are grateful for your support and pray that you will choose to sponsor an orphan through Life Builders Ministries International.
HANNATU HUSSAINI
NAME: HANNATU HUSSAINI
ID NUMBER: LC007/25
SEX: FEMALE
DATE OF BIRTH: OCTOBER 23, 2010
AGE: 15 YEARS OLD
CLASS: JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
HIGH SCHOOL: $100/MONTH
Meet Hannatu, who is currently in Junior High School and is the sixth child in a family of six. Hannatu is a paternal orphan, having lost her father to the Boko Haram crisis, a loss that has left a deep hole in her life.
Even with all she has faced, Hannatu stays strong and focused on her education. She has big dreams, but right now she cannot reach them on her own. Hannatu is in need of a sponsor who can walk alongside her, support her schooling, and show her that someone cares.
Your support can give her stability, hope, and the chance to keep growing into the young woman she hopes to be. A small act of kindness today can make a lasting difference in Hannatu’s life. You can be the person who helps her keep her dreams alive.
ENITAN SHOWUNMI
NAME: ENITAN SHOWUNMI
ID NUMBER: LC002/11
SEX: FEMALE
DATE OF BIRTH: JUNE 6, 2011
AGE: 15 YEARS OLD
CLASS: HIGH SCHOOL
HIGH SCHOOL: $60/MONTH
Meet Enitan, a young girl from Ogun State, Nigeria. Enitan is currently in Senior Secondary School 2 and is the third child in a family of three. She is a paternal orphan and has recently lost her sponsor, placing her education and future goals at risk.
Enitan is a hardworking and dedicated student who performed well in her most recent examinations. She has a strong love for reading and dreams of becoming a nurse so she can one day care for others and make a difference in her community.
Despite the challenges she faces, she remains grateful, hopeful, and committed to her education and faith. With the loss of her sponsor, Enitan is urgently seeking new support to continue her schooling and pursue her dream of becoming a nurse. Your sponsorship can provide her with stability, encouragement, and the opportunity to keep moving forward toward a brighter future.
OLUWANIFEMI OJO
NAME: OLUWANIFEMI OJO
ID NUMBER: LC003/22
SEX: FEMALE
DATE OF BIRTH: JULY 13, 2010
AGE: 15 YEARS OLD
CLASS: HIGH SCHOOL
HIGH SCHOOL: $60/MONTH
Meet Oluwanifemi, a 15-year-old girl currently enrolled in high school and in her sophomore year. She is a bright and sweet young lady who excels in her studies and approaches life with kindness and dedication. Oluwanifemi loves photography and enjoys capturing meaningful moments and scenes around her.
At home, Oluwanifemi is very responsible and supportive, often helping her mother with household duties. She dreams of becoming a lawyer one day, a goal that motivates her to work hard in school and stay focused on her future.
Oluwanifemi has just lost her sponsor, and without a new one, she will be forced to discontinue her education. Please consider sponsoring her and helping provide the support she needs to remain in school, continue learning, and pursue the future she dreams of.
GEORGE DAVID
NAME: GEORGE DAVID
ID NUMBER: LC019/23
SEX: MALE
DATE OF BIRTH: OCTOBER 9, 2009
AGE: 16 YEARS OLD
CLASS: HIGH SCHOOL
HIGH SCHOOL: $100/MONTH
Meet George David, a high school student currently enrolled at Life Builders School. George is a hardworking and determined young man who takes his education seriously. He participates in church and is adjusted well to his life at the hostel and his new school environment.
George experienced a heartbreaking loss when his father passed away after a long illness. The family spent all of their savings trying to save him, leaving George’s mother struggling to provide even their basic needs. Despite these challenges, George remains focused on his education and is deeply grateful for every opportunity he has been given. He dreams of becoming an engineer one day and is committed to working hard to achieve that goal.
George has recently lost his sponsor, and without a new one, he will be unable to continue his education. Please consider sponsoring George and helping provide the support he needs to remain in school, have a safe place to live, and continue pursuing his dream of becoming an engineer.
MARY OLUWATUMININU ODEGBILE
NAME: MARY OLUWATUMININU ODEGBILE
ID NUMBER: LC035/08
SEX: FEMALE
DATE OF BIRTH: JUNE 11, 2007
AGE: 19 YEARS OLD
CLASS: COLLEGE
HIGH SCHOOL: $60/MONTH
Meet Mary Oluwatumininu Odegbile, a first-year university student studying nursing. Mary recently graduated from high school and has begun her college journey with the goal of becoming a nurse.
She is a hardworking and determined young woman who is excited to continue her education and pursue a career in healthcare. She enjoys singing and is actively involved in her church choir at The Gospel Faith Mission International. Mary is grateful for all of the support she has received throughout the years that helped her reach this important milestone and begin her university studies.
Mary was excited to have been granted admission into university, however Mary has recently lost her sponsor, and without a new sponsor, she will not be able to continue her college education. Please consider sponsoring Mary and helping provide the support she needs to remain in school and continue pursuing her dream of becoming a nurse.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How Long Does My Sponsorship Last?
Most sponsors commit on an annual basis but renew their sponsorship each year. You can also choose to sponsor a child for a certain timeframe, such as until their high school or college graduation.
What Services Do We Offer?
We offer home-based, faith-centered care for orphans impacted by poverty through Christian schooling, access to medical services and provision of basic needs.
Why Support Smaller Nonprofits?
Though not as big as most development and relief agencies, Life Builders has some unique features that most big organizations do not have. We are an indigenous/local response to local needs; we know our people very well and can serve them better than any foreign organization.
Why Nigeria?
The highest number of people in Africa infected with HIV/AIDS reside in Lagos, Nigeria. The number of HIV/AIDS orphans and homeless children in Lagos is more than the number of orphans and homeless children in Kenya or the entire Southern Africa.
How Many Gifts Can I Give My Sponsored Child?
Sponsors can donate birthday, Christmas and/or graduation gifts to their sponsored child. There is no minimum or maximum gift amount, however we encourage sponsors to donate around $30 per gift per child to keep amounts consistent throughout the program.
Can I Purchase A Specific Gift For My Sponsored Orphan?
Our organization gives your special occasion gift money directly to your sponsored child to spend as they wish. However, sponsors can choose a specific item, such as a doll, book or toy car, and our staff will purchase this item and give it to your sponsored child.
How does Life Builders procure funding?
Life Builders is funded by the Life Builders Hospital, grant foundations and generous donors.
What are the first steps to sponsoring an orphan?
Click ‘Sponsor Me’ for one of our orphans in need and fill out the form. Then set up your monthly donation cycle through NCF.
How many orphans have graduated college/trade school since the start of the sponsorship program?
Life Builders now has 57 college, trade school and Higher National Diploma graduates.
What is a Higher National Diploma?
A Higher National Diploma is equivalent to the US Masters Degree. Some career paths require this accreditation, such as a medical or science position.
On average, how many patients are treated through Life Builders Hospital on an annual basis?
Over 2,000 patients receive treatment at our hospital each year. Since the opening of the first hospital, we have helped more than 10,000 people receive affordable healthcare.
How many small businesses have been helped through the Life Builders Small Business Loan Program?
Over 107 small business owners have benefited from the Life Builders microfinancing loan program.
What is the total number of sponsored orphans since the organization was founded?
Life Builders has provided sponsorship to over 270 orphans since 2001.
How many widows have been employed and sponsored through Life Builders?
We have provided jobs and support for over 66 orphans since launching our program.
How many orphans have graduated from Life Builders Academy?
Life Builders Academy now boasts 47 high school graduates from the sponsored orphan program.
What grades does my sponsorship last through?
Orphans can be sponsored from birth through Higher National Diploma, however you can end your sponsorship at any level.
Should I sponsor my orphan through college or trade school?
This is a personal decision, however without your support, your sponsored child will not be able to attend higher education and will be limited in their future career.
What is the age range of sponsored orphans?
Currently, orphans range from birth to 25 years old and are sponsored from nursery to their Higher National Diploma certification.
How long is the school year in Nigeria?
Sponsored orphans attend school in trimesters with the first one starting in August and the third finishing in July. There is no gap in the summer.
How can donors help other than making financial contributions?
Signing up for ‘AmazonSmile’ is free. Designate your chosen organization as Life Builders Ministries International and we will receive a percentage of your purchase at no cost to you.
Do I need to be involved in a church to sponsor an orphan?
Although we partner with local churches, you do not need to be involved in a church to sponsor an orphan. Anyone can help save lives!
Are there any requirements to sponsoring an orphan?
There is a monthly fee depending on your orphan’s age, but there are no other requirements.
Do I have to write to my orphan?
Although the orphans enjoy receiving letters, it is not mandatory to write to your sponsored child.
Do sponsors ever have the opportunity to meet their sponsored orphan?
Each year, the Life Builders Mission Team leads a trip to Lagos. If you are interested in traveling with the group, please reach out to us.
Does Lifebuilders have control of which schools each orphan attends?
Depending on the location of the orphan, the will attend Life Builders Academy, or another approved school where they will receive a quality education.
What companies partner with Lifebuilders?
Local churches and donors partner with our organization to help fund life-changing projects in Lagos.
How long has Lifebuilders been working within the community?
Life Builders was founded in 2001 and has been positively impacting the community ever since.
What are the future plans for Lifebuilders?
Life Builders continues to expand our organization to reach more orphans and widows in need and hopes to become self-sufficient in the future.
Is there a limit on how many orphans you can sponsor?
There is no limit on how many orphans you can sponsor.
What sets you apart from other organizations in your community?
Unlike other organizations, we work within the community and know each member like family. We are still small but are able to see first-hand what their needs are.
How can I become more involved in Lifebuilders?
Volunteer, donate, host a fundraising event, or visit us!
What is Lifebuilders mission?
Building Lives for the Glory of God!
What are Lifebuilders goals this year?
This year, we hope to provide healthcare to low-income communities through the new Alakuko Hospital Clinic.
What does a typical day of school look like for an orphan?
A typical day includes core classes like STEM, and elective courses focused on specific disciplines that the students are interested in pursuing (art, music, sewing, writing).
What happens to the children who do not receive sponsors?
They are unable to attend school and do not receive sufficient meals. Please consider sponsoring an orphan in need today!
How often to the founders visit the US?
Emmanuel and Blessing usually visit the Chicago-land area once per year, however this has been delayed due to the pandemic. They will return in Fall 2022.
How much money do you need from donors to accomplish your goals?
Each project is different and requires different funding. We still need to raise $25,000 for the Alakuko Clinic.
How can I keep up to date on Life Builders projects and goals?
Check our website and follow us on social media for the most up to date information.
What kind of opportunities are offered to orphans that have graduated from the sponsorship program?
Graduates are trained to become self-sufficient and are supported by the Life Builders Small Business Loan Program to start their own businesses.
