CCC Scholarships
Esmeralda in Guatemala
Gender: Female
Grade: 8
Esmeralda is often found with a pencil or paintbrush in hand, and she also enjoys settling in with a good book when she has some quiet time. She’s shown a lot of responsibility by choosing to stay in the program after almost leaving last year. She’s thoughtful and polite with others, and she doesn’t forget to say thank you. Esmeralda hopes to become a teacher one day!
Sponsorship Code: GUCCCHS-24166
Benjamin in Guatemala
Gender: Male
Grade: 8
Benjamin likes figuring out how things work, whether he’s exploring what’s around him, sketching what he notices, or practicing the trumpet at home. At school he recently stood up in front of the class to share something new, and he’s the kind of boy who speaks respectfully and tells the truth even when it would be easier not to. Some subjects are still hard for him and he can get discouraged when something feels new or difficult, but he keeps showing up and trying again. Benjamin hopes to study computer science one day!
Sponsorship Code: GUCCCHS-24374
Londy in Guatemala
Gender: Female
Grade: 12
You’ll often find Londy on a basketball court, curled up with a book, or lingering at the table because she really loves sharing meals with her family and spending time with her mom. She’s the kind of student who asks questions and keeps at it until something clicks, and that determination is helping her as she works to get stronger in biology while staying on track in her other lessons. Londy hopes to finish her studies and enter university, and she’s already making a plan to work Monday through Friday while taking gastronomy courses. She is excited to keep moving toward a university degree!
Sponsorship Code: GUCCCHS-24532
Any in Guatemala
Gender: Female
Grade: 11
Any loves quiet moments with a good book, and she also really enjoys spending time with her niece or sitting down for a meal with her family. She does well in her lessons and is focused on finishing high school this year, then getting a job while she applies for university. When things get stressful, Any is learning what it looks like to grow through hard moments. She was baptized last year, and she follows Jesus closely in her daily life, often praying for the program and for her family.
Sponsorship Code: GUCCCHS-24535
Yasmin in Guatemala
Gender: Female
Grade: 11
Yasmin loves relaxing with videos and putting her ideas on paper through drawing, and she’s often the one pulling friends and family into a special-occasion celebration. At school she’s doing well, and you’ll usually find her helping a classmate or checking in on someone who needs support. She’s excited about graduating high school and is thinking ahead to working as a mechanic, with hopes of getting the additional training she’ll need. Yasmin says that following Jesus is important to her, and she continues to explore what that looks like in her everyday life.
Sponsorship Code: GUCCCHS-24667
Brandon in Guatemala
Gender: Male
Grade: 7
Brandon is happiest with a soccer ball at his feet, and he also likes to slow down and sketch when he has a quiet moment. This year he worked hard to pass his classes and move on to middle school, even though homework felt like a lot sometimes. At church with his family, he loves praying together, and he says Jesus helps him as he helps take care of his family. Brandon dreams of becoming a soccer player someday, and he often thanks God for his sponsor while asking for prayer for his family and for a closer relationship with God.
Sponsorship Code: GUCCCHS-24920
Bryan in Guatemala
Gender: Male
Grade: 7
Bryan is happiest when there’s a soccer ball nearby, and he’ll often share what he has with his friends before taking his own turn. This year he graduated from elementary school and started at a new school, and even with the change he’s keeping up with his lessons and learning new core subjects. It’s been hard for him to attend the program at times, but he keeps showing up with the same quiet respect he’s known for, especially with adults. Bryan dreams of becoming an engineer or architect, and he thanks God for his family while asking to grow closer to Him. Please pray for Bryan’s family and for steady support as he adjusts to his new school.
Sponsorship Code: GUCCCHS-24922
Chelsea in Guatemala
Gender: Female
Grade: 8
Between listening to music, playing video games, and catching up on sleep, Chelsea keeps things pretty calm at home with her dad and older sister in Guatemala. She shows up reliably at school and is keeping up with her lessons, and she’s the kind of kid friends count on when it’s time to celebrate a special occasion. She also jumps into sports and recreational activities, even on days when she questions her own skills. Chelsea dreams of becoming an agronomy engineer, and she thanks God for her family’s health and safety while asking Jesus to help her stay brave in hard times as her dad looks for steadier, better work.
Sponsorship Code: GUCCCHS-24923
Hamilton in Guatemala
Gender: Male
Grade: 9
Hamilton was thrilled to be chosen as the goalie for his school soccer team, and he’s focused on sharpening his skills so he can be best! When friends get together for special occasions, he’s the kind of guy people naturally trust and like to have around, and at home he gets to spend a lot of time with his family. School is going well overall, even though accounting pushed him this year, and he unwinds with soccer, drawing, and learning about mechanics. Hamilton says he goes to God for advice as he tries to follow Jesus, even when it’s hard. Please pray for Hamilton’s health, and for discipline for the rest of the school year!
Sponsorship Code: GUCCCHS-24925
Jose in Guatemala
Gender: Male
Grade: 8
Jose is usually happiest with a soccer ball nearby, and he also shows up faithfully at the program and looks for ways to help his parents at home. This year his family moved to a different house, and he’s thankful they’ve been doing well together and enjoying special celebrations. Math has been challenging, but he’s staying on top of his lessons and learning new topics, and he talks about wanting to become an engineer when he grows up. Jose says Jesus has helped him care for his family, and he asks for prayer for his family and for a closer relationship with God.
Sponsorship Code: GUCCCHS-24927
Karla in Guatemala
Gender: Female
Grade: 9
Karla’s been proud of herself for reading a lot of books lately, and when she’s not curled up with a story, she loves playing soccer. She’s new to school and still adjusting, but she’s been putting in real effort to do better as a student, and her teachers notice how respectfully she treats others. At home, Karla helps take care of her family, and she says Jesus has helped her do that. She hopes her family will grow closer to God, and she dreams of becoming a nurse or a doctor one day.
Sponsorship Code: GUCCCHS-24929
Xavi in Guatemala
Gender: Male
Grade: 8
Xavi’s been proud of learning to drive a motorcycle this year, and he’ll tell you about it with a big smile. He loves video games and good food, and he really looks forward to celebrating special occasions with family and friends. School has been tough at times, especially English, so he could use some extra help in a few subjects as he works toward his goal of becoming an engineer. Xavi thanks God for his family, and he’d appreciate prayers that he keeps improving and that his family has steady work and income.
Sponsorship Code: GUCCCHS-25349
Jose in Guatemala
Gender: Male
Grade: 7
Jose is often sketching something from his imagination, then picking up a book to read on his own when he’s finished. Starting at a new school for middle school was a big change, and he’s worked hard to settle in by teaming up with classmates and spending time with friends and family. Math has been tougher this year, and he’d love extra help so he can do well in school and feel confident when it’s time to give presentations. Jose hopes his family will grow closer to God, and he says Jesus has helped him as he cares for his family while he dreams of becoming an artist or even a psychologist someday.
Sponsorship Code: GUCCCHS-25847
Shendry in Guatemala
Gender: Female
Grade: 7
Shendry enjoys listening to music and spending time with her friends. This year, she began attending a new school and is experiencing middle school for the first time. When she talks about the future, Shendry shares that she hopes to become a stylist or a lawyer one day so she can advocate for women. Family and relationships are important to her, and she says she thanks God for her family, friends, and health. Shendry would appreciate prayer for her cousin and for their relationship.
Sponsorship Code: GUCCCHS-25848
Erly in Guatemala
Gender: Female
Grade: 11
Erly loves making crafts with music playing in the background, and she’s the kind of girl who makes sure everyone is included when it’s time to sit down for a meal together. After moving into a different class this year, she stayed on top of her lessons and passed the school year, and she’s started attending church! Erly lost her mom a few years ago, and she hopes her family will continue to grow closer to God as they navigate the years to come. Looking ahead, she wants to become a teacher and would appreciate prayers for her family, her health, and school.
Sponsorship Code: GUCCCHS-26393