In rural Cambodia, an after-school children’s program is changing lives. Children ages seven to 18 can take part in a program that provides math tutoring, Khmer language skills (many enter the program not even knowing the basic alphabet), and Scriptural education.

Children are introduced to the Bible — learning about Adam to Jesus in one year! Christian character values such as honesty, respect for others, and honoring one’s parents are emphasized.

The “character teachers” are all committed local Khmer Christians who love kids. Games, skits, and play-times provide fun for the children. The program is unapologetically Christian; parents know and understand their children will be learning about Jesus, singing Christian songs, and learning from God’s Scriptures. Parents or caretakers attend a parenting session.

Every child in the program is required to attend the local schools: the program provides each child with school supplies. The program is now in three different villages and local compounds are rented for a few hours a day in each village. Used motorcycles must be purchased so teachers can travel between villages.

The program has just expanded to include youth programs, and parents are very eager to get their teenagers involved. Almost 300 children and youth attend these programs. Scholarships are given to highschool graduates to attend discipleship training schools to deepen their walk with Jesus. When available, scholarships are also provided for university education.

$150 covers the full cost of one child participating in the program for the year

$900 provides a teacher with a used motorcycle for traveling among villages