The information provided on this page should answer most of
your questions regarding sponsorship. If you have any questions
that are not answered below, please don't hesitate to contact
us directly and we'll be glad to help you.
How do I make my sponsorship donations?
When
you sign-up to sponsor your donations can be made automatically
through your credit card or checking account, or you can simply
mail us a check or a money order either monthly or annually.
Are automatic donations safe?
Yes. Automatic deductions are safe and simple, don't cost you
anything, and save us considerable processing time and expense.
But if you really prefer to make your contributions by check
or money order, you may do so either semi-annually or annually.
Will you help me track my contributions?
Yes. Within 30 days after the end of each calendar year, we will
automatically send you an annual donation receipt for tax purposes,
which will also help you keep track of your contributions.
How long will my sponsorship last?
The length of your sponsorship is entirely up to you, but it
will be renewed automatically each year unless you tell us
otherwise. Sponsorship is a voluntary, ongoing commitment to
provide for the needs of an orphaned or destitute child or
elder, and so we urge you to take your commitment to sponsorship
very seriously and to continue to offer your help as long as
you are able.
May I write to my sponsored child or elder?
Yes! We encourage you to write. Through letters, drawings and
photographs, you build a meaningful, personal relationship
with your sponsored child or elder. Although he or she will
most likely not speak English, your letters will be translated
by one of our staff members and any responsive mailings from
your child will be translated into English, if necessary, before
they are mailed. You may also send pictures and photographs.
May I send gifts to my sponsored child or elder?
As tempting as it may be to send a gift to your child or elder,
please don't. Gifts can cause jealousies and rivalries and,
quite frankly, any funds you may spend on a gift are better
spent providing for the needs of your child or elder through
monthly sponsorship. Moreover, packages can be charged a prohibitive
import tax. We do, however, encourage sponsors to send flat
items like cards, letters, pictures, poems and photographs.
A card and a photograph on your child's birthday or on religious
holidays would be particularly well received.
May I visit my sponsored child or elder?
Yes. We encourage sponsors to visit and see how your support
has made a difference in the life of your sponsored child or
elder. To ensure their safety, it is our policy that all visits
must be processed through our U.S. office. This processing
will include a background check and making arrangements with
the Grace Care Center staff.
Can I adopt a child through VeAhavta?
No. VeAhavta does not facilitate the adoption of children from
Sri Lanka or from any other country.
Who can I contact if I have questions?
If you have any questions regarding child sponsorship, please
send us an email or contact
us by mail or phone.
Would you like to begin sponsoring? Click
here to start, or
on any of the following links to find out more:
About Sponsorship | How Sponsorship Works
How Sponsoring Can Help | Start Sponsoring Now
