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My family of four has struggled with economic hardships for years. We only own a small lot of land. Due to the poor health conditions of my mother, most of the farmwork falls on the shoulders of my father. My younger sister and I help out on the weekends when we return home from boarding at school. After the crops have been harvested, my father travels to a nearby city to earn a minimal income through hard labor to help the family get by. I often cry at night under the covers because I am torn between wanting to attend school and also wanting my father to not have to work so hard. I hope to finish school so that I can help my family out of poverty.

(Translated from Shangwen’s autobiographical sketch)
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Updates

  • 21 OCT 2010

    Shangwen Zhang - another year complete!

    Givology is fundraising to support Shangwen for another year of school. As you can see, your contributions have made a huge difference for him. Please continue to show your support! Unlike some of our other partners which provide a one-time grant to a student, the scholarships provided by the Peach Foundation last for two years in order to provide the children with a sustained period of education. In September, the children returned to school, and we are hoping to raise another $280 for the 2010-2011 year. One of the most innovative aspects of Givology is the opportunity to make connections across the world – both inspiring and being inspired by the children that you support. We sincerely hope you consider supporting Shangwen again. Even if you choose not to make a financial contribution, we still urge you to send him a message that we can deliver. Words of encouragement can go a very long way!
  • 12 SEP 2010

    Update from Shangwen: Summer 2010

    Below is an update from Shangwen. Please send your messages of encouragement, especially with regard to Shangwen's struggles in science class. -- Dear Givology: How are you? I am so glad to receive your letters. Thank you so much for your concern about me and my family. My school life: since the last quarter of 10th grade, I got really bad at Physics. I've tried really hard since but I haven’t got any better at Physics as a 11th grader now. Not only that, because I spent majority of my time on Physics, I actually got worst at Biology. I feel that I can’t take care of two subjects at the same time. So right now I am having headaches learning both Biology and Physics. I am worrying about myself and I don’t know what to do: should I study the way I used to study or should I change it? My personal life: It has definitely changed a lot. Last year our village planted a new economy crop, and even though we had to work a lot but at the end of year we did earn some money. We basicall...
  • 04 JUN 2010

    Update from Shangwen Zhang: May 2010

    Below is a recent update from Shangwen Zhang. We apologize for the delay in posting the translation. Please message Shangwen back to show your continued support! Dear Givology: My name is Shangwen Zhang. I am so excited and also happy to get letter from you! I am 17 years old and currently a high school sophomore studying science. I have a mom, dad and a sister who is in her first year of high school. From your last letter I learned a lot about you. I know you are very hard working students, which makes me feel bad about myself. Often, when I feel tired I will just rest. Even though I know I have to work hard, my lazy feelings make me lose my drive to work hard. But from your story, I know I have to start over again and get rid of my lazy feelings. In my class there are many kids who are also sponsored by you. In general, we get along pretty well, and they are really nice kids. We may be far from home, but whoever said this classroom can't be my home? I heard you like reading an...
  • 30 DEC 2009

    Translation of Shangwen's Letter

    Here is a translation of Shangwen's latest letter! Please message him to show your continued support. Best wishes for a happy 2010, The Givology Translation Team -- Dear Givology, How are you? First of all, I wanted to thank all of you for your support and trust, as well as your concern toward my parents! During this semester classes have been stressful, and even though I’ll go back home in less than a month, I’m really busy! There’s a lot of work back there but I can’t even help my family which makes me feel really guilty. Classes are not as easy as they used to be. They have become more exhausting and sometimes it’s difficult to finish all my work so my grades are also affected. In those instances, my teacher always tells me, “You just need to work hard; good grades are not everything;” however, aren’t grades important in one’s education? I also ask myself, “Am I working hard enough?” This is why sometimes I feel very guilty, as if I am not doing what I should. It also makes m...
  • 27 DEC 2009

    Update from Shangwen: Dec 2009

    Here's a recent letter from Shangwen! An English translation is coming soon. --
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