Birthday: June 14, 2008

Gender: Male

School Level: Grade 9

Favorite Subject: Phys Ed

Favorite activity: Playing football

Father: Brick layer (epilepsy)

Number of Siblings: 5

Children in School: 3

Family Income: $173/mo.

MY FAMILY:

My crowded family consists of my grandmother, my parents, 5 siblings and me. We are living in a small rented house. My grandmother is very old and she can just do some light household chores. My mother used to sell food, but now she just stays at home to take care of my younger siblings. Therefore, my father is the main earner in the family and he works as a bricklayer. He has epilepsy, needs to take medicine often and cannot work regularly. This makes his income unstable. My family is struggling a lot every day when my parents have to pay for the house rent and daily expenses.

MY STUDY:

I am going into 9th grade and an active boy at school. I like football and dream of being a football player. I really want to study at school, where I can learn many new things and have a fun time with friends. There are 4 of us at school age. However, paying for our study costs and nutrition are beyond my parents’ ability. I’m very afraid of leaving school early. I do hope to receive a helping hand from you so that I can continue and finish my schooling.

Family Members:

L.O.V.E.'s Note: The mother with her 6 children. A family sponsorship is highly recommended. His sister also needs help from us.