This September, I’ll be traveling to Children of Faith (COF), a children’s home in India that is home to 120 children ages 5–18.

COF provides a stable home, education, and a supportive family environment where the children can flourish. I’ve been involved with the organization for over 12 years and currently serve on the Board of Directors.

These children have experienced loss and instability early in life. Thanks to COF, they are thriving in many ways, and I'm excited to complement the care they already receive by adding some opportunities to explore emotions, mental health, and healthy coping skills.

During the 10-day visit, I'll be teaching fun lessons designed to help the children better understand their feelings, build emotional awareness, and develop simple tools for handling life's challenges. Through games, art activities, discussions, and reflection exercises, we'll explore topics like naming emotions, expressing feelings in healthy ways, and building resilience.

My hope is that each child leaves with a greater understanding of themselves, language for what they're feeling, and practical tools they can use in everyday life.

These children are so incredible and deserve the best. Thank you so much for bringing emotional support, encouragement, and healing tools to these kids!

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HOW FUNDS WILL BE USED

Funds raised will help cover:

• Workshop supplies for hands-on activities for 120 children, including project materials, craft supplies, printed worksheets, etc

• Travel expenses, including a portion of my $1,300 flight to India, so I can lead these workshops in person

• Group activity materials, including team games like the Rainbow Olympics supplies

• Small gifts, prizes, and treats for each child such as coloring books, stickers, and candy

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MORE ABOUT COF

Children of Faith is a residential home and school in India that supports more than 100 children from vulnerable backgrounds, including parental loss, poverty, and family instability. COF provides long-term care through a safe and loving home, quality education, daily nourishment, and consistent support so children can grow up with stability, opportunity, and dignity.

Founded in 2003 by Anand and Rosie Thandu, COF began when the couple left successful careers in the United States and returned to India to serve children in need in their home country. What started as a small vision has grown into a thriving home where children are cared for, educated, and given the opportunity to build brighter futures.

COF Website

Watch one child's story here