TripSpot Children Young people around the world face poverty, hunger, disease and violence every day. Many of their parents do not have the resources to help them due to economic problems.
Children face crises in the United States as well.
About 13.3 million American children live in poverty, according to the National Center for Children in Poverty . What you can do Just as there are many problems that children face, there are also many ways you can help. Volunteer with children's programs in your own community. Consider mentoring a child who needs extra guidance. See Save the Children , Big Brothers Big Sisters of America and The National Mentoring Project for more information about mentoring programs.