Dear Sponsor,
My name is Mykola, and I am 11 years old. I live in a village with my dad and my older brother, Maksym. My father works in agriculture and takes care of our family after the passing of my mother. I also enjoy spending time with my cousin Katia, and my best friend Sasha, whom I have known since first grade. We love playing football, hide-and-seek, and other games together.
I am in the sixth grade and travel to school by bus each day. My favorite subjects are mathematics, health and wellness, and physical education. I enjoy learning, spending time with my friends, and being at school, although it is difficult when air raid sirens interrupt our classes and we must go to the shelter.
During Christmas, I attend church and go caroling with my friends. In the summer, I enjoy swimming, fishing, riding my bicycle, and going mushroom hunting with my dad. I also like reading books, playing chess, and spending time outdoors. When I grow up, I hope to become a computer scientist.
Thank you for caring for me and supporting my family. Your kindness is a great blessing and reminds us of God’s love and faithfulness. I pray that the Lord blesses you with good health, peace, and joy. I look forward to hearing from you and receiving a letter someday.
With gratitude and prayers,
Mykola
Caseworker Comments:
Mykola is an exceptional 11-year-old boy with a kind heart, a gentle spirit, and a maturity beyond his years. He is known for always being ready to help others, whether it is supporting a friend, lending a hand at home, or encouraging those around him. He loves riding his bicycle, reading books, and playing chess with his father. At school, he excels in Mathematics and Health & Wellness, demonstrating both intelligence and a strong desire to learn. Mykola cares deeply for his family, especially his father, Serhii, and his older brother, Maksym. He often helps with household chores, assists his father in the fields, and willingly takes on responsibilities far beyond what many children his age would be expected to carry.
Several years ago, Mykola’s life changed forever when his mother tragically drowned. Since then, his father has carried the enormous responsibility of raising and providing for both boys on his own. Life has not been easy. Employment opportunities in their village are scarce, and Serhii works tirelessly whenever work is available, mowing lawns, chopping wood, cultivating gardens, and taking on seasonal agricultural jobs to provide for his family. Despite his hard work, the income is inconsistent and often not enough to meet all their needs.
The family lives in a modest home that requires significant repairs and renovations. While it provides shelter, the living conditions are very basic. The house contains old furniture, limited space, and an outdoor toilet. Mykola and his father share a bed because there is not enough room for everyone. Although the family receives a small government benefit following the loss of Mykola’s mother, most of their resources go toward covering everyday necessities.
What is truly remarkable is that hardship has not hardened Mykola’s heart. He remains cheerful, respectful, and full of hope. He studies diligently, enjoys spending time with his father, and dreams of a bright future. As a growing boy, he needs proper nutrition, clothing, school supplies, and opportunities to continue developing his gifts and talents. Yet beyond these practical needs, Mykola also needs encouragement and the assurance that he is not alone.
When we visit this family, we see not only their struggles but also their resilience. We see a father who is doing everything he can for his children and a young boy who continues to trust, work hard, and care for others despite the loss he has experienced. Through sponsorship, you can become part of Mykola’s story. Your support will help meet his basic needs, ease the financial burden on his father, and provide opportunities for education, personal growth, and participation in community life.
Most importantly, your sponsorship will be a tangible expression of Christ’s love. It will remind Mykola and his family that God sees them, cares for them, and works through compassionate people like you. By investing in Mykola today, you can help give him hope, encouragement, and the opportunity to build the future God has planned for him.
