Joining Little Sponsorship Scheme Opens a Window to the World— The Growth Story of a Little Sponsor at St. Christopher's Home

"In today's material abundance, as a parent, I often wonder: How should I teach my child to share and be grateful?" said the mother of Lok Ming Sum, a “Little Sponsor” of St. Christopher's Home.

When Ming Sum's mother came across St. Christopher's Home's “Children's Robot Creation” Workshop on a social media platform, she decided to enroll Ming Sum, who was 5 years old and in K3 kindergarten. "I thought the activity was very unique. The fact that kindergarten children could have the opportunity to learn and interact with children from St. Christopher's Home felt like a very meaningful experience.

This activity became Ming Sum's first step towards broadening her horizons. Ming Sum's mother shared, " My daughter's daily life used to be quite sheltered. But through this exchange, she started to understand that there are children of her own age out there living entirely different lives. This is an invaluable experience that textbooks could never provide."

Sharing Happiness Through Small Actions

After the event, Ming Sum was eager to know more about the children of St. Christopher's Home. Ming Sum's mother patiently explained to her: " There are children in our society who, for various reasons, temporarily don't have adequate parental care. That’s why they need a warm 'home' (a residential home) to stay in."

Ming Sum then took the initiative and offered to set aside a portion of her pocket money as a donation, becoming a "Little Sponsor". Ming Sum's mother shared, "We wanted her to develop the concept of 'sharing' from kindergarten. Donating her pocket money to help those in need in society is not just a kind gesture. It also helps her concretely understand that money can be transformed into the power to help others."

Gaining Courage and Confidence through Interaction

Beyond regular donation support, Ming Sum's mother also took Ming Sum to join various sponsor activities organized by St. Christopher's Home. "Last time we visited an elderly home, Ming Sum had so much fun. When she saw the older girls (children from St. Christopher's Home) performing K-pop on stage, she thought they were incredibly talented and brave. Although the interaction was brief, it made Ming Sum bolder, more courageous, and much more willing to strike up conversations with others. "

Nurturing a Loving Heart from an Early Age

"Charity and caring should be cultivated gradually from a young age, so that children will better understand their meaning when they grow up. We hope that through small actions, Ming Sum learns to actively care for those around her. When she grows up and becomes more capable, she will naturally know how to share happiness through even more channels. When every family takes this one small step, our society will be filled with love."

“Building A Bright Future for Children”, We look forward to your joining! With a monthly donation of HK$90, your child can become a "Little Sponsor" just like Ming Sum, illuminating the path ahead for the children of St. Christopher's Home and supporting them to shine brightly in the future!