Abdias was born in 2004. He lives with his parents, one brother and two sisters in a small mud brick home. They have no electricity or running water. The children walk to a well to get water for the family to use to cook, clean and for drinking. During the rainy season, Abdias helps his family cultivate. They grow millet and corn to feed the family throughout the year. The family has no other income. When a child gets sick, they often go without care and they have not been able to send all of their children to school. Abdias was given a place at the Sheltering Wings School. He is doing very well and has high marks in all his subjects. After school, Abdias usually plays soccer with his friends and then spends time studying. Sponsorship will enable Abdias to continue his education, receive a hot meal at school each day and have access to medical care.