How Kindness Brings Christmas Hope to the World
By Amanda DeWitt
The crunching of plastic packaging. The whispers of wonder. The squeals of excitement. There is nothing quite like watching a child open a gift.
The joy of something new gives way to deep gratitude. It is not just about the item. It is about feeling seen, cared for and loved.
Together, we are bringing Christmas hope to the toughest places every day of the year.
Your gifts of humanitarian aid express the kindness of Jesus to children everywhere — introducing them to the God who sees, cares and gives them hope.
“The laughter of 48 children echoes through the halls of Good Shepherd Orphanage — a place where hope is served daily alongside simple meals. Last week, thanks to your generous donation of meals, that hope became a hot plate, a full belly, and a moment of joy.” — Orphanage Director
Many children in the toughest places cannot access or afford eyeglasses, making it difficult to learn or even see friends and family. Through a simple pair of glasses, you are changing a child’s future.
“The kids are so excited to have at least a full pencil each, for some it’s their first time to have such things. Thank you so much!” — Teacher
It may look like a simple bucket, but it is really a water filtration system, protecting him and his family from deadly waterborne diseases. It is also introducing him to the Living Water.
Once carried everywhere by his mom, now taking his first steps! The gift of mobility aids allows children to enjoy independence and confidence.
“For a long time now, I have gone to school barefoot and wearing torn clothes every day. It made me feel ashamed to even enter the classroom and be seen by my classmates. When your organization brought me shoes and clothes, I was overjoyed. By receiving the clothing and shoes, I can now go to school with confidence. It feels great!” — Student, Middle East
More than a soccer ball, the simple gift allows children to dream, encourages them to get an education and creates opportunities to introduce them to Jesus through sports clubs and after school programs.
Backpacks and Bibles give children a brighter future as they learn their ABCs and how much God loves them and has a plan for their life.
Thank you for helping children and families in the toughest places unwrap hope. Through gifts of humanitarian aid, you are introducing unreached people to the kindness and hope of Jesus.
Unwrap Hope with the Little Explorers
Help your children stay focused on the true meaning of Christmas and serving those in need. Download our FREE Little Explorers Christmas Edition activity booklet. Each page encourages children to think about expressing the kindness of Jesus while doing things like a word search, coloring sheet and maze. Download your copy today!
Published December 8, 2025
Amanda is a freelance writer whose work has appeared in Gift for Leadership, Kindred Spirit, and Christianity Today publications. She holds a M.A. in Media and Communication from Dallas Theological Seminary.