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Sponsorship FAQs 
How much does it cost to sponsor a student?
The cost of sponsoring a student is $195 per year or $65 per trimester. We also offer partial sponsorship for $100 per year or $35 per trimester. How do I pay?
You can pay by check or online by credit card through PayPal. To make your contribution online, select a donation option on the Become a Sponsor page and click the corresponding donate button. You don't need to have a PayPal account and your information is secure. To pay by check, download and complete the Donation Form, and mail it with a check payable to Hope for Ugandan Students to: HUGS Attn: Clara Shapiro 682 Ocean Ave, #2E Brooklyn, NY 11226 For how long do I commit to being a sponsor?
Your sponsorship is completely voluntary and you may stop at any time. How will my sponsorship donation be used?
100% percent of all funds received for student sponsorships are transferred directly to our local partner organization, FDNC. The money is used to pay tuition and to provide the student with a starter kit of tools, housing (if needed), meals, school supplies, a uniform, medical care and counseling. How are youth selected for sponsorship?
FDNC selects youth based on the criteria of impoverished status, motivation, and likelihood to successfully complete the vocational program. Can I correspond with a student?
Yes! As a sponsor, you will have the opportunity to establish a direct connection with a Ugandan student and learn first hand about life in rural Uganda. Sign up to be matched with a scholarship student who will be eager to correspond with you. Dialogues between Ugandans and Americans is always exciting and rewarding for both parties. Letters should be sent to: HUGS Attn: Clara Shapiro 682 Ocean Ave, #2E Brooklyn, NY 11226 Can I share a sponsorship with another person?
Yes. You can sign up for a partial sponsorship for $100 per year or $35 per trimester. Can I sponsor more than one student?
Yes! There is no limit to the number of students a person may sponsor. When I become a sponsor, will I be matched with a specific student?
To better serve the needs of the students and maximize the efficiency and flexibility of the program, sponsors are no longer matched with specific students. As a sponsor, you will receive regular updates about students and the school including photos and profiles of the scholarship students and graduates. If you sign up to correspond with a student, we will connect you with a scholarship student who will be eager to communicate with you. |