Who, What, and How Long
Who
Child Ambassadors are passionate volunteers who know first hand the life changing impact of sponsoring a child. Out of an overflow of love and compassion, Child Ambassadors work to improve the lives of children and families living in poverty by inspiring others in their community to sponsor a child, too.
A Child Ambassador is:
- Committed to Christ, regularly attends a local church, and is growing in his/her walk with Christ
- Willing to share World Vision’s mission and core values with others
- Passionate about serving children and families in need
- Open to finding opportunities to share the benefits of child sponsorship
- Excited to ask others to get involved
- A current Child Sponsor with World Vision
- At least 21 years old
What
Child Ambassadors are asked to initiate 8 to 10 opportunities to share World Vision Child Sponsorship in a 12 month period. These activities could include things like:
- Sharing one-on-one with your friends, family, or co-workers
- Making presentations to small groups, women’s/men’s groups, Rotary, or other service clubs
- Representing World Vision at missions fairs or conferences
- Phoning other sponsors and donors during special campaigns
- Participate in Hope Sunday – a campaign in which volunteers share sponsorship with their church
- Participate in other campaigns throughout the year
- Set up Child Sponsorship Displays in local churches and businesses, and/or present child sponsorship at home gatherings
- Maintain regular contact with your volunteer Area Manager and participate in regional meetings
- Prayerfully lift up your fellow volunteers and your own commitment to serve children in need; pray for your own walk with Christ
How Long
Child Ambassadors generally commit to a minimum of 12 months, but most stay on much longer! It breaks down to about 4 to 7 hours per month (depending on preparation time, driving time, number of presentations, etc.).
Other
Child Ambassadors also agree with the following World Vision values, statements, and commitments.
Christian Commitment of Volunteers
World Vision US Statement of Faith
World Vision US Mission Statement
World Vision US Core Characteristics
