Frequently Asked Questions
How important is prayer in sponsorship?
Your prayers for your child’s health, safety, education, and spiritual growth are essential. When sponsored children learn that their sponsors are praying for them, it
Can I donate my tax credit back to Hands of Hope Ministries?
Absolutely! How do I donate my tax credit to Hands of Hope Ministries? Download and print a IR526 form from IRD ird.govt.nz. Complete the form
What is a sponsor?
A sponsor is someone like you who has made the decision to personally invest in the life of a child in need. As a sponsor,
Do you try and convert the people you are working with in?
Hands of Hope Ministries encourages and defends the right of all Christian and faith-based organisations, to witness through their lives, words and deeds. Witness is
What does a church partnership look like?
Church partnership with Hands of Hope Ministries might range from joining us in prayer to collaborating with us financially for a short term or long-term
Can I sponsor more than one child?
Absolutely! It’s amazing when sponsors adopt more than one child into their lives!
If I haven’t received my annual tax certificate or have lost the original copy?
Please contact us on 022 404 1856 or email us at [email protected], and we will email or post you a duplicate copy. Be sure to
How do you decide who needs help?
Hands of Hope Ministries works in the poorer areas of the Philippines. Though, if there is an emergency in another country, we will donate through
Can a Hands of Ministries representative come and speak at my church or event?
Yes! We would love to. Please contact us on 022 404 1856 or by emailing [email protected] to find out more.
Can I visit my Sponsored Child?
Yes, seeing your Sponsored Child provides a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness first-hand the impact of your sponsorship. Please notify Hands of Hope Ministries at least
How long will I sponsor my child?
In most cases, it will be throughout their childhood and into their late teens and/or early twenties (if they decide to go to college). Sometimes
Can I write to my Sponsored Child?
Yes! Sponsored children are excited to hear from you and to learn more about New Zealand. In turn, you will get a letter from your