Thida and her family show off their new garden, thanks to Holt donors

Through your gift for a child in need, you made sure Thida had food, education and a safe place to lay her head.

Thida loves going to school. She’s a bright 9-year-old who enjoys helping in the garden and playing with friends. She’s confident, growing and full of energy — but not long ago, her life looked very different.

For years, Thida’s parents worked far away in another part of Cambodia to support their family. Thida stayed behind with her siblings and grandmother in a small, leaky shack. Without proper shelter, she got sick often and missed school…

But thanks to you, everything changed. When Thida’s grandmother connected with Holt’s local partner, your gift went to work right away.

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Thida and her family stand outside their new home together

First, you provided emergency food so the family had the nutrition they needed. Then you helped renovate their home, giving Thida a safe, dry place to sleep.

And through your generosity, her parents started a small farm near home — doubling their income and reuniting the family. Because of you, their family can stay together, and Thida comes home each day excited to share what she learned at school.

Now Thida is healthy, learning and growing with her family — all thanks to you!

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