Partner with Us
Join the Good Shepherd Project in partnership with Projeto Bom Pastor in Brazil, providing education, health, and sports opportunities to children who need it most. Your support help will every child to thrive.
At The Good Shepherd Project, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, regardless of their circumstances. Yet, poverty often denies children access to the resources they need to grow, learn, and dream. That’s why we focus on three key areas that create lasting change: education, sports, and health.
Sport Changes
LIVES
For vulnerable children, sport is more than just games – it is a chance to build confidence, develop teamwork, and experience joy. Our sports programmes offer therapeutic outlets that inspire children to dream beyond their circumstances.
Your contribution will help fund:
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​Footballs, judo outfits, shoes, and clothing to ensure every child can participate.
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The creation of safe spaces where children can grow emotionally and socially.
By participating in sport, children learn the value of perseverance, leadership, and hope.
Education Changes FUTURES
Education is a powerful tool for breaking the cycle of poverty, but many families in Fátima cannot afford even the most basic educational material. Without essential material, children may be forced to drop out of school and be robbed of their future potential.
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Your support will help to provide:
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​School books and workbooks to empower effective learning.
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Stationery and supplies to allow children to participate fully in their education.
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A lifeline for families who otherwise couldn’t afford these necessities
Health Changes FAMILIES
Public healthcare is available in Brazil, but long waiting times and limited access to specialised care leave many families without solutions. Some children endure years of untreated conditions, which affects their quality of life and future opportunities.
Your sponsorship ensures:
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Access to medicine and treatment.
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Funding for consultations and diagnostic tests that families could not otherwise afford.
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Private care for urgent needs—like a young girl in our Safe House who has waited far too long for treatment of a painful skin condition.
With your help, we can bridge these gaps and provide life-changing healthcare for children in need.
Together, these three areas of support can give children the tools to overcome adversity and build brighter futures. By partnering The Good Shepherd Project you are helping to create a community where every child is valued, loved, and equipped to thrive.
How the Sponsorship Works
Your monthly contribution is pooled into a community fund managed by Projeto Bom Pastor (PBP) in Brazil. This fund enables them to provide critical support to children and families in the Fátima community, address immediate needs and contribute to long-term development.
1. Needs are identified
The PBP team in Brazil identifies needs, from school supplies to urgent medical care, through its community programmes.
2. Action is taken
Funds from the Shepherd Programme are used to address the most pressing needs.
3. We report back to you
After every allocation, Good Shepherd Project will share updates about:
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What was funded.
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Who it helped and why.
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The outcomes.
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Regular updates ensure you see the real impact of your contributions.
Together, we can show every child how valuable they are, giving them worth, dignity and a brighter future.
Your Impact
By partnering with us, you empower children and their families and encourage community-wide change.
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No child feels overlooked.
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Resources are allocated where they're needed most.
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The entire community grows stronger together.
As a partner, you:
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Build a stronger foundation for future generations.
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Empower children to dream beyond their circumstances.
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Share God’s love through action, care, and compassion.​
“We believe every child deserves to thrive, and every community deserves the chance to grow stronger together.”
Wall of Hope
As a partner, your name or photo will be added to our ‘Wall of Hope' at our main building in Fátima. This wall serves as a daily reminder to the children that they are loved, supported, and prayed for. It says to them, ‘These people believe in you and want you to succeed.’
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What will I receive as a sponsor?When you join us, you’ll receive: A welcome pack introducing The Good Shepherd Project in partnership with Projeto Bom Pastor in Brazil. Regular updates about the children and programmes you are supporting. Stories of transformation from families whose lives you have touched.
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What Does My Sponsorship Pay For?Education Your contributions will help provide essential tools and resources, including: School books Stationery and workbooks Other supplies families may struggle to afford Sports Sports therapy builds confidence, teamwork, and joy. Your support helps cover: Footballs and sports equipment Shoes and clothing Judo outfits and other activity-specific needs Health Although Brazil has a public healthcare system, delays can leave children waiting years for simple treatments. Your sponsorship will help provide: Medicine Consultations and tests Private healthcare treatment, such as the care needed for a young girl with a long-standing skin condition
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Why Choose The Good Shepherd Project for Sponsorship?Here’s what sets us apart: Proven Impact: We have been involved in transforming lives in Fátima since 1993. Our programmes are recognised as a model of excellence, with the Safe House being a reference for institutional childcare across the region. Faith-Based Mission: Rooted in the belief that every individual is made in God’s image, we are committed to showing His love through action, compassion, and care. Efficient Use of Funds - 100% of our UK operations are run by volunteers. Regular reporting ensures transparency and accountability. Personal Connection: We hold weekly meetings with our partners in Brazil, Projeto Bom Pastor, to ensure close collaboration, and we provide regular updates to sponsors about the impact of their contributions.
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How Is My Sponsorship Money Spent?Your sponsorship contributions are allocated as follows: 80% is sent to the Projeto Bom Pastor (PBP) in Brazil, who will use: 70% to support the Education-Sport-Health fund for children and families in our activity programmes and in the Safe House. 30% towards unrestricted operational costs, such as staff salaries and daily provisions, to ensure the project can function effectively. 20% is retained by The Good Shepherd Project in the UK to cover: Administrative costs, such as website fees and printing. Costs related to raising awareness and finding new supporters. In exceptional circumstances that threaten the sustainability of its work, PBP may use funds from the Education-Sport-Health budget for other purposes, but always only after full consultation with the Good Shepherd Project in the UK.
