Connecting with Your Sponsored Child Through Letters 📧

Starting January 1, 2025, SAF is introducing a faster and more convenient way for you to send messages to your sponsored child! While children will still respond through traditional paper letters, you can now write to them instantly through our built-in online form.

This means your messages will reach our India office in real-time, reducing wait times for delivery. Children's replies will still take 4–6 weeks, as they are handwritten, translated, and mailed back to you.

For those who cherish the personal touch, we still encourage writing traditional paper letters. Adding stickers, inspiring quotes, or drawings can make your letter even more special and help strengthen your bond with your sponsored child.

How to Send Your Letter

Option 1: Write Online (Fastest Option!)

• Use SAF’s built-in online letter form to send your message instantly.
• Quick, easy, and convenient!
• No mailing required—just submit your letter, and we’ll take care of the rest.

Write Online Now

Option 2: Send a Paper Letter

If you prefer a handwritten letter, you can still mail it to our India office.

How to Mail Your Letter:

1. Download our letter template to help guide your writing.
2. Write your letter—keep it short and simple, as many children are still learning to read.
3. Mail it to our India office at the address below:

📍 India Office Address:

Plot No. 1 & 2, Avtar Nagar,

Threekay Road, Near BS Model School,

Ludhiana, Punjab 142021, India

✉️ Alternatively, you can email your scanned letter to: india@safinternational.org

Important Letter Guidelines

To ensure a positive and safe experience for the children, all letters are screened before delivery. Please follow these guidelines:

✅ Do’s:

✔ Keep your message kind and encouraging

✔ Ask about their hobbies, school, or favorite subjects

✔ Share about your city, hobbies, or family (e.g., "I have a pet dog named Bruno!")

✔ Motivate them—your words can inspire them to study hard and dream big!

❌ Don’ts:

🚫 No personal contact details (phone number, email, social media)

🚫 No requests for sensitive information

🚫 No political discussions

🚫 No inappropriate language

How Long Does It Take to Receive a Reply?

• If you write online, your letter reaches our India office instantly.
• Children’s replies still take 4–6 weeks, as they are handwritten and mailed back to you.
• Our team translates letters when needed before delivering them.

💡 Tip: If you don’t receive a response within 6 weeks, you can check with our team by emailing support@safinternational.org.

No matter which option you choose, your words will bring joy and encouragement to your sponsored child!