FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
About
Who founded Passion Center for Children?
What is Passion Center for Children?
Passion Center for Children is a nonprofit organization based out of Malawi, Africa. Learn more about our mission and vision here!
When did Passion Center for Children start?
The Passion Center for Children began caring for its first 30 orphans in September 2004.
What is unique about the Passion Center for Children in its approach to humanitarian aid?
Where We Work
Where is Malawi located?
Malawi is a landlocked country located in southeast Africa. It is bordered by Zambia, Tanzania, and Mozambique.
What is the nation's population?
The current population of Malawi is approximately 18.6 million (2019).
What are the official languages spoken in Malawi?
The official language of Malawi is Chichewa, spoken by over 50% of the population, although English, Chinyanja, Chiyao, and Chitumbuka are also spoken by a large percentage of people.
What is the prevailing religion in Malawi?
20-25% of the population identifies as Muslim primarily from the Yao tribe, 60-65% identify with Christianity (Protestant and Catholicism), while 10-20% adhere to elements of African Tradition Religion (ATR), spiritualism, and ancestral veneration.
Donations
How much of my donation goes directly to aid?
93% of all donations go directly to providing aid in Malawi.
Is my donation tax-deductible?
How can I view/download my contribution statement?
Your contribution statement is available anytime through our REACH portal. Login to your donor portal here, Go to Profile> Recent Donations, and select 'See All'. Click on the 'Download Statement' button, Select desired date range, click 'Submit'.
Are there other ways to support Passion Center for Children
Yes! In addition to becoming a prayer partner, donor, sponsor, or joining us in Malawi, another easy way to support us year-round is through AmazonSmile. Visit smile.amazon.com and select 'Passion Center for Children Inc.' as your designated charity. AmazonSmile will donate 0.5% of your purchase amount to our organization.
Sponsorships
How much does a sponsorship cost?
What does my sponsorship provide?
Your monthly sponsorship ensures food, clothing, medical aid, education, and grace-filled care for a child in need.
Can I communicate with my sponsored child?
Yes! We encourage all sponsors to write letters and send photos to their sponsored children. Simply log in to your account here, and in the "My Profile" tab, click 'Inbox'. You can also mail your letter directly to your sponsored child or send your letter to our Malawi address at P.O. Box 1435 Zomba, Malawi (ATTN: Your Child's Name). Please note that all letters are hand delivered by our ministry coordinators and may take some time to reach your sponsored child. Please allow 3-4 weeks to receive correspondence.
What happens if my sponsored child is no longer enrolled in the program?
If your sponsored child is no longer enrolled in our program, you will be notified by one of our coordinators.
Can I bring/send items to my sponsored child?
All items are given at the discretion of the Passion Center staff members. We kindly ask that you inquire with a staff member before providing any items to your sponsored child or any other children.
Am I able to visit my sponsored child during my trip to Malawi?
Although we cannot guarantee that any sponsor will be able to visit their sponsored child, many of our sponsors have had the wonderful opportunity of meeting their sponsored child throughout the course of their trip.
Trips
Is Malawi safe to visit?
I'm interested in joining a trip. What are the next steps?
We would love to have you! You can view our Join A Trip page for more details on our current trip dates and submit an application here. Have more questions? Email us to find out more information or to join an informational meeting.
What does a typical team trip look like?
Typically, our team trips run for 14-days (10-days in-country and 2-days of traveling on each end), but trip lengths may be flexible. While some of our trips have a singular focus (e.g., medical, pastoral), the main aim of our mission trips is to reinforce our ministries and refresh our in-country staff. This may be through hosting conferences, outreaches, teaching, Bible training, and more.
How do I raise support for my trip?
If you have chosen to raise support for your trip, we recommend that you create a personal fundraising campaign here and use our U.S. mailing address (P.O. Box 99986, Lakewood,WA, 98486) for all check donations.