Because of your support for school lunches, Sonith is no longer hungry and is thriving in school.
Sonith was just 4 years old when he started preschool in his small village in Cambodia. His family’s rice harvest only lasted half the year. During the other six months, they went without enough food…
Sonith felt the effects. He was tired, frail and often sick. But everything changed when Holt donors like you stepped in. Because of your support, Sonith began attending a Holt-supported preschool — a place where he could eat, learn and grow.
When he first arrived at school, he barely spoke. He kept to himself, missed days often, and his teachers worried. But slowly, things began to change.
To monitor his health and growth, Sonith received regular health checkups. He also received daily meals consisting of noodles, curry, porridge, fresh fruits and veggies. With each meal, he grew stronger and healthier.
Today, he’s thriving. He sings, plays games and even learned to play the trombone and flute. Sonith is now 5 and in first grade. He washes his hands before meals, brushes his teeth every night and attends school each day.
Once quiet and withdrawn, Sonith is now a confident and bright little boy!
Because of you, Sonith has the energy to learn, grow and chase his dreams.
Help Feed a Hungry Child at School
Your gift provides nourishing school meals that help a child stay focused, energized and ready to learn.
