Americas

Washington, D.C.

2024 reflections: A year of building brighter futures 

January 22 2025 - When I reflect on 2024, I’m filled with gratitude for the transformative impact friends like you have made possible in the lives of vulnerable children. 

Press Release

Every child deserves a safe home: $2.1 million grant will provide family-based care for children in Colombia separated from families in migration crisis  

November 18 2024 - Editorial by SOS Children’s Villages-USA CEO Jill Nosach highlights the urgent need for trauma-informed, alternative care for children 

Supporter Spotlight

World Kindness Day: A mother-daughter duo transforms lives 

November 12 2024 - This World Kindness Day, we are celebrating how loving acts of kindness changes the world. For Claudia and her daughter, Jane, kindness isn’t just an act—it’s a legacy.  

Supporter Spotlight

Leaving a legacy of love: Kat’s story 

October 18 2024 - Kat Corbett’s life was steeped in kindness. As a young woman, Kat founded an elementary school in Toronto, Canada—dedicating her time and career to shaping young minds with the academic and life knowledge children need to lead meaningful, successful lives.  

Colombia

How your support can build brighter futures in Colombia

August 29 2024 - On the lush coast of Colombia, one community is at risk of being left behind. Almost half of all families and children in Chocó, Colombia live in severe poverty. Most—almost 80%—are without basic needs, like adequate nutrition, clean water, access to health care and more.

YOUTHCAN!

Partnerships key to reaching global goals on improving youth employment

August 13 2024 - New York - At a side event during the United Nations’ recent High-Level Political Forum, young people urged decision-makers to ensure support for youth in acquiring technical and entrepreneurial skills, which are essential for securing employment or starting their own businesses.