Guide to sponsoring an orphan

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Approved 2026 Edition

Orphan Sponsorship Guide

A unified practical reference for managing the Orphan Sponsorship Program within Assalam Foundation. The guide aims to standardize procedures, organize administrative and financial processes, and improve the quality of care, monitoring, and support.

2026 Guide Edition
08 Main Chapters
56 Approximate Pages
12 Forms & Procedures
About the Guide

A Unified Reference for Improving Orphan Sponsorship Management

This guide was designed as a practical tool for social workers, supervisors, and managers responsible for administering orphan sponsorship files in a clear and organized manner, from initial reception and approval to monitoring and evaluation.

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File Organization

Defines the essential documents and information required to prepare an orphan's file and approve the sponsorship.

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Standardized Procedures

Helps branches implement clear and standardized procedures for managing orphan sponsorship.

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Monitoring and Evaluation

Provides mechanisms for regular monitoring and the preparation of administrative, financial, and social reports.

Guide Content

Chapters of the Orphan Sponsorship Guide

The guide covers the administrative, financial, social, educational, and legal aspects related to the Orphan Sponsorship Program.

01 The Orphan Sponsorship Project at Assalam Foundation

Presents the Foundation's experience in orphan sponsorship, its strategic vision, and the objectives and methodology of the guide.

02 Reception and Approval

Explains the foundations of sponsorship, eligibility requirements, and the procedures for approving an orphan's file within the Foundation.

03 Administrative Procedures

Defines the steps for completing the orphan's file, collecting supporting documents, entering information, and conducting regular follow-up.

04 Financial Procedures

Covers sponsorship payment methods, financial transfers, periodic reporting, and transparency requirements.

05 Supporting Programs and Activities

Highlights healthcare and educational support, educational and recreational activities, camps, and complementary assistance.

06 Reasons for Sponsorship Termination

Explains the circumstances under which sponsorship may end, while emphasizing the child's best interests and the protection of their development path.

07 Approved Document Templates, Definitions, and Terminology

Brings together practical document templates and the key terminology related to the Orphan Sponsorship Program.

08 Legal Framework for Sponsorship

Presents the legal framework governing sponsorship, personal data protection requirements, and relevant organizational guidelines.

Sponsorship Process

From Application to Regular Monitoring

The guide establishes a clear process that supports efficient and transparent sponsorship management.

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Sponsorship Application

Receive the application and register the initial information about the family and the orphan.

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Assessment and Verification

Collect social information and verify that the eligibility requirements are met.

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File Approval

Review and approve the file according to the established procedure.

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Sponsorship Support

Organize financial or in-kind support according to available resources and established guidelines.

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Monitoring and Reporting

Monitor the orphan's situation and prepare regular progress reports.

Complementary Care

Programs and Activities Supporting Sponsorship

Sponsorship is not limited to financial assistance. It also includes health, educational, developmental, and social support that contributes to improving the well-being of the orphan and their family.

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Healthcare Support

Medical examinations, treatments, awareness campaigns, and health guidance for orphans and their families.

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Educational Support

Academic support, exam preparation programs, and educational guidance sessions.

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Educational and Recreational Activities

Workshops, trips, competitions, camps, and activities that support personal development and social integration.

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Complementary Assistance

School supplies, food baskets, clothing assistance, Eid al-Adha support, and various social initiatives.

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