Orphan Outreach

Frequently Asked Questions: Sponsorship

• How much does a sponsorship cost?

Sponsorships are $42 per month or $504 per year. Some programs require more support per child and sponsorships can be “double” or “triple” which means more than one sponsor per child.

• How long does a sponsorship last?

We ask that a sponsor commits to at least one year. Thereafter a sponsorship can last as long as the child is in the program.

• How can I make my donation?

You may make your donation online or by sending a check in the mail to our office in Plano, Texas. You can sign up for an automatic recurring donation (monthly or annually) or with a one-time donation.

• What will I receive throughout the year?

You will receive an initial “New Sponsor Packet” and then at least one update per year plus a holiday greeting from your child. In addition, periodic emails are sent with pertinent information to your child’s program and/or country.

• How do I communicate with my child?

You may only communicate via email at sponsorship@orphanoutreach through our sponsorship department, or by sending a note online via our website. We do not accept cards or other items mailed to our office for your child. All letters and notes are reviewed by our office to ensure the safety of the child and the sponsor.

• Will I get a response to my letter?

Although we hope to get a response from your child, it is not always possible. Depending on many factors, a child’s response may take several months to process.

• Can I send a gift directly to my child?

No gifts of any kind are allowed to be sent directly to the child, nor through our office.

• How can I visit my child in person?

You can sign up and be part of a  mission trip through Orphan Outreach.

• What happens if a child is no longer part of the program?

You will be notified in a timely manner via email. With your approval, your sponsorship may be transferred to another child with a similar profile in the same program.

• What if I have a question about sponsorship?

You may email our sponsorship staff at sponsorship[at]orphanoutreach.org.

• Are my donations tax deductible?

Orphan Outreach is a 501[c](3) qualified charitable organization, contributions to which are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.