ChildFund International is a child development organization. It was founded in 1938 by J. Calvitt Clarke. J. Calvitt Clarke was a Presbyterian minister who started the organization to aid Chinese children who were displaced by the Second Sino-Japanese War. From 1938-1951, the name of the organization was named China’s Children Fund. From 1951-2009, the organization was named Christian Children’s Fund. In 2009, the name was changed to ChildFund International. It is also sometimes referred to as ChildFund Alliance. ChildFund International helps children in over 30 countries. Some areas served to include the United States, South America, Africa, and Asia. The headquarters are in Richmond, Virginia.
ChildFund International provides vocational training, literacy training, food distribution, educational programs, early childhood development, health programs, immunization programs, nutritional programs, water and sanitation development, and emergency relief in man-made and natural disasters. Funds are typically received from contributors who sponsor a child (on a monthly basis), grants, and other donations.
In order to sponsor a child on a monthly basis, you can sign up on the website. You will first have to choose a child. You can search for children in various countries, view the child’s profile, and make a selection. You can search by country, age, gender, and birthday. The child’s profile will show their birthday, country, and will include detailed information about the child’s interests. Child sponsorships are $39.00 per month. Your sponsored child will reach out to you via letters and pictures. This will allow to build an everlasting relationship with your sponsored child. Your donation will go to the local organization in the child’s area to directly help the child that you sponsor. The also offer regular monthly giving options that start at $19.00.
If you would like to cancel your monthly sponsorship, follow the cancellation instructions below.
ChildFund International CANCEL GUIDES
Get together the following account information:
First Name
Last Name
Phone Number
Email Address
Username
Password
Billing Address
City
State/Province/Region
ZIP/Postal Code
Country
Reason for Cancellation
Last 4 Digits of Card
Date of Last Charge
Amount of Last Charge
Phone (Live Agent)
Follow these steps:
Call 1-800-776-6767
Request that the agent cancel your account
When asked, give the agent your account information
Request that the agent provide you with a confirmation number or email
Retain any confirmation numbers or emails you receive for your records
