Stand with Iran's Children: Bring Christmas Joy Today!
Tens of thousands of Iranian children face isolation, ridicule and all kinds of systemic abuse, yet are radiant with the hope of Christ. They need your support. Will you help provide them with the Christian community, resources, and guidance they need to thrive this Christmas?
The children of Iran are facing unprecedented challenges. From oppressive regimes and systemic abuse to rising poverty and the devastating effects of hopelessness, these young hearts need a foundation of hope and love. Many of these children – both in Iran and as refugees in neighboring countries – are turning to Christ, finding strength in His message. But they need our help to grow in their faith and stand strong in the face of adversity.
Together, we can help them stand strong in their faith and witness to the world around them. Will you help us towards our target of reaching 1,000 children this giving season?
You Can Make a Lasting Difference
No matter the size, your donation has the power to transform lives. With your help, these children will not only grow in faith but also become the next generation of believers who stand strong for Christ.
See the impact your gifts have made in the lives of young people.
You have placed these children in the joy of the presence of the Lord for hours on end and you are changing lives.
- Program leader
You have given me my daughter back. I can’t thank you enough. Her transformation is like night and day.
- Mother of beneficiary
I experienced real joy for the first time at these events. Today I want to share that joy with others.
- Program beneficiary
How Your Donation Makes an Impact
Provide a gift to a child in need including winter clothing and personalized treats
Heat a family's home for three months through the winter
Offer ten refugee children access to six weekly community events (incl meals and activities)
The children of Iran are up against unimaginable challenges:
- In Iran: They are growing up in a regime that limits their freedom, their voice, and even their future. They are suffering from systemic trauma and all kinds of unthinkable abuse. Without the hope of Christ, a generation is growing up with alarming rates of addiction, depression, anxiety and suicide. They also face intense pressure to conform to a state-driven ideology, where studying Islam is mandatory. Yet, in the midst of heavy daily persecution, many are choosing to follow Christ.
- As Refugees: Many Iranian children have had to flee their homes due to their parents’ faith or political beliefs. As refugees, they live in desperate circumstances (limited access to work or medical care), under the constant threat of deportation, ongoing abuse, poverty and isolation. These children continue to face persecution by peers and teachers at school.
The slightest thing that could be an irritation to other students or teachers has grave physical consequences for us. We have less rights and opportunity to speak up or contribute in class; our opinions are not welcome. Teachers really test us and try and catch us out with their questions. We are put under great emotional and mental strain. In amongst all this, there is always the fear of sudden deportation. Some of our friends have been literally pulled out of class and forcibly sent to a camp without their families.
Read more about the challenges that Iran’s children face today
In both contexts, Christian education and support are vital. Through your donations, we can provide:
- Peer-to-peer support that helps children connect with others who share their faith
- Bible-based materials that are culturally relevant and engaging
- Digital tools to continue their learning and build their faith, even in challenging circumstances
- Humanitarian aid to help meet their immediate needs, including warm winter clothing, help to warm their houses in winter (many families have to choose between eating or heating), and regular meals
Every gift helps us bring hope to these children, ensuring they are not alone and have the resources to grow in their relationship with Christ.
Help us reach 1,000 children this year - every gift matters!
These children are at a critical age – one where they are forming their worldviews, making choices about their future, and discovering their identity. Together, we can provide them with a foundation of faith that will impact them for a lifetime.
This giving season, will you help us empower these Christian Iranian children to stand strong?
