National Make a Difference to a Child Month: How You Can Help Right Now
Every child deserves safety, support, and the chance to dream. But for millions of orphaned children around the world, these basic needs remain out of reach.
This July, during National Make a Difference to a Child Month, we’re reminded just how powerful one act of compassion can be. Whether you sponsor an orphan or help spread the word, your kindness can change the course of a child’s life.
What Is National Make a Difference to a Child Month
Observed across the U.S. every July, National Make a Difference to a Child Month was created to raise awareness about the unique challenges children face and to encourage meaningful action. This month is a time for communities, families, and individuals to come together for those who are most vulnerable.
For Muslim Hands USA, this month highlights a deeper need: the growing number of orphans who’ve lost one or both parents due to war, poverty, or natural disasters. The impact of your generosity can reach far beyond its borders into the homes, hearts, and lives of children in places like Yemen, Mali, Pakistan, and The Gambia.
Why Orphan Sponsorship Makes a Global Impact
Sponsoring an orphan is one of the most effective ways to make a lasting difference. It’s not just financial support; it’s emotional security, daily nourishment, access to education, and a chance for stability in a child’s world that may have once felt uncertain.
When you sponsor through Muslim Hands USA, your contribution goes directly to:
- Covering school fees and supplies
- Providing daily meals and clean water
- Ensuring medical checkups and health care
- Supporting their psychological and social wellbeing
Your sponsorship turns vulnerability into opportunity. It means that a child who once worried about where their next meal would come from can now focus on learning, growing, and simply being a child.
How Sponsoring an Orphan Changes a Child’s Life
The difference your sponsorship makes is profound. One child at a time, you help restore dignity, confidence, and hope.
Instead of dropping out of school to help earn money or care for siblings, sponsored children stay enrolled, receive regular meals, and get the chance to thrive in a safe environment.
And as they grow, they often become leaders in their communities, proving that one person’s support can ripple outward for years to come.
How Much Does It Cost to Sponsor an Orphan with Muslim Hands USA?
It costs just $45 a month, about $1.50 a day, to sponsor an orphan with Muslim Hands USA.
That single daily act of giving covers:
- Nutritious food
- School tuition, uniforms, and books
- Health care and vaccinations
- Emotional and spiritual support
You’ll also receive a welcome pack when your sponsorship begins, followed by annual updates that share your sponsored child’s growth, progress, and dreams.
👉 Sponsor an orphan now and be the reason a child gets to grow up with hope.
How Muslim Hands USA Supports Orphans Across the Globe
Muslim Hands has been caring for orphans since 1993, building a model of sponsorship rooted in transparency, dignity, and Islamic values. We ensure every child is verified as an orphan according to Islamic criteria (a child who has lost their father) and that they are truly in need.
Here’s how we do it:
- We never outsource. Our country teams deliver aid directly, cutting out third parties.
- Your Zakat is accepted. All orphan sponsorships meet Zakat eligibility.
- Regular checks and visits are conducted to monitor children’s well-being.
- You get updates, including photos and yearly progress reports.
Where we currently support orphans:
- Mali and Niger: where rural communities face high poverty rates
- Pakistan: where your support helps children stay in school and off the streets
- The Gambia: where we provide school meals and educational tools
Wherever the need is greatest, your donation reaches directly into the lives of those most at risk.
Other Ways to Make a Difference This Month
Not ready to commit to a monthly sponsorship? There are still powerful ways to help during Make a Difference to a Child Month:
- Make a one-time donation
- Share this campaign with friends and family
- Set up a small fundraiser at your school, workplace, or masjid
- Learn more about Zakat for orphan care and how your charity fulfills a spiritual obligation
A Promise from the Prophet ﷺ
The Prophet ﷺ said:
“I and the one who cares for an orphan will be in Paradise like this” and he held his two fingers together.
(Bukhari)
This isn’t just a call to give, it’s a path to reward. Sponsoring an orphan fulfills one of the most beloved acts in our faith, bringing both relief to a child and spiritual benefit to you.
Make a Difference Today
This month, take a step that will outlast the calendar. Sponsorship means more than charity it’s a promise of care, a path to healing, and a connection that changes lives.
