a group of children smile at a celebration in Ethiopia

Many children living in poverty or growing up in orphanages rarely experience the joy of special celebrations — especially on their birthdays. Here are some of our favorite photos from a recent celebration in Ethiopia, made possible through Holt sponsors and donors!

Every year on June 1, International Day of the Child, Holt‑supported children around the world celebrate the biggest birthday party of the year — all thanks to Holt sponsors and donors like you!

In Ethiopia, this most recent celebration was one children won’t soon forget.

Children of all ages danced and sang together as laughter and music filled the air. They played games, watched acrobatic performances and enjoyed favorite foods. Each child opened a gift picked out just for them — a small reminder that they are seen, known and worth celebrating.

And the smiles say it all.

Here are some of the moments you made possible for children in Ethiopia last year:

three boys perform acrobatics at a celebration in Ethiopia, walking on their hands
a boy in a grey shirt smiles at a birthday celebration in Ethiopia
a girl in a striped shirt smiles at a birthday celebration in Ethiopia
a boy in a red shirt smiles at a birthday celebration in Ethiopia
a boy in a yellow shirt smiles at a birthday celebration in Ethiopia
four acrobats perform at a celebration in Ethiopia
a boy in a grey shirt smiles at a birthday celebration in Ethiopia
a boy in a blue shirt smiles at a birthday celebration in Ethiopia
a boy in a brown shirt smiles at a birthday celebration in Ethiopia
a girl in a pink shirt smiles at a birthday celebration in Ethiopia
a group of children hold up balloons at a celebration in Ethiopia
a girl in a flowery shirt smiles at a birthday celebration in Ethiopia
two children hold balloons at a celebration in Ethiopia

Memories like these stay with a child for a lifetime. Your generosity brings children joy, laughter and the chance to experience a celebration many have never known.

Will you remind a child that they’re worth celebrating with a special birthday gift and party?

Kids holding birthday cards, eating a meal and smiling at camera

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Every child deserves to be celebrated — and your gift can help make a child’s birthday unforgettable.

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