However if you never write to the child, we do not ask them to write to you. Some sponsors don't want to feel obligated to have to write at all. Language Barrier Children in Spanish countries write their letters in Spanish. But children in all other countries try to write their letters in English. We translate letters from the children for sponsors who request translation.
Many sponsors know someone who can translate their letter from Spanish to English.
If you can't get your letter translated before sending it, please write it in simple English, and keep it brief. English is the translator's second language, and, with 120 children, it mounts up to quite a large task to get the letters translated for the children. Unfortunately, sponsors are not able to send personal gifts to the children. We celebrate every child's birthday, and they all get gifts then and at Christmas. After you begin your sponsorship, you may be interested in sharing your joy with some of your friends, family and work associates.