How consistent support builds someone’s future
What does it look like when a child’s life is transformed through compassion and generosity? In this powerful episode, I sit down with Joyce Pahoway, a former World Vision-sponsored child who is now a college educator.
College & Career Journey as a Sponsored Child
At just five years old, Joyce Pahoway’s life shifted when she entered the World Vision program. Sponsorship didn’t just cover her needs, but it gave her the chance to pursue higher education and eventually become a college educator. Sponsorship gave her the courage to dream beyond her circumstances.
The anonymous sponsor’s lasting impact
Though Joyce never knew her sponsor’s name, the letters, gifts, and unwavering support left an imprint that carried her through every season of life. The investment of someone she never knew changed her path forever.
Financial struggles before World Vision
Before sponsorship, school wasn’t always guaranteed. Joyce recalls how her family sacrificed daily just to make sure she could attend classes. World Vision came in as a safety net, turning survival into opportunity.
From sponsored child to future sponsor
Now, Joyce dreams of sponsoring children herself. Having experienced firsthand the impact of generosity, she’s determined to continue the cycle of hope.
At the end of the day, sponsorship is about more than helping a child—it’s about shaping the future. Just like Joyce, the child you sponsor today could become a leader, teacher, or changemaker tomorrow.
“Be a voice, not an echo. You are more than your circumstances, and your dreams are worth fighting for.”