I am constantly amazed at the energy that Sylvia Allen puts into Sylvia' Children. To see the kind of work and dedication she puts into her school for children in Africa is absolutely wonderful. I met Sylvia several years ago in a service organization and she and I have worked together on numerous projects that benefit children. Her energy and enthusiasm never ceases.

Often when you volunteer, you do not know if you really make a difference. Organizations are large and you do the little bit you can to help, never really seeing the end result. With a grass roots organization like Sylvia's Children, you can. There is no layers of bureaucracy to deal with, and you can choose your level of involvement. You want to donate? That's great! You want to help out at events or give your time to help out the daily tasks? Even better! You want to go to the school and actually do work, and be hands on to make a difference? That's the best choice...

See the smiles on those children's faces? Before Sylvia, most, well, likely all, of those young precious children of God knew nothing of the possibility for a positive, fruitful, and productive for them, their current and future families.

I know Sylvia. Sylvia is Love.

Sylvia's Children is such a wonderful organization. Our company has been proud to support this charity for many years. Sylvia's heart shines through the dedication she puts in to it every single day, making sure the children of the world are taken care is what makes the future bright for everyone. Each dollar raised is another opportunity for a child to be given the chance at education and a chance an succeeding in their future. Thank you Sylvia for your continued hard work and dedication. As you say "life is a mosaic" and with Sylvia's Children, you are giving children a brighter future, one piece at a time.

Hello,
It is always good to know that donations go directly to the clients of the group you support. I believe Sylvia’s Children does this. I received information about the child I sponsored. In addition to yearly photo of him, his report card and letters he wrote to me. It is as personal as you can get. One child at a time. Sponsor and get to know one of Sylvia’s Children!!
Sincerely,
Nancy Bove

I've know Sylvia for almost 10 years now and I have been so impressed how she has continued to grown the opportunities for these children in Uganda. Not only that, since the first small school has thrived to become so much more, she has been able to employ local Ugandans in the work at the school, so additionally she is now helping with employment in the community. She husbands every dollar, continues to see product donations to help offset costs, she truly takes great care in spending the donation funds in the best possible way. She wisely offers trips to Uganda that include exposure to the school, experiences with the children so that the visitors become lifelong donors who help spread the word about these good works. I'm so proud of Sylvia and her team.

Sylvia Allen is every bit as wise as she is kind.
That means, this is a most responsible non-profit, doing maximum good for children who truly benefit from this support.

Seeing this organization serve, and these children grow has been an inspiration.

The first time I learned about Sylvia's Children was when I went to one of the banquets with my husband almost 10 years ago. My husband works with many charities but something about this one felt so different. You could literally feel the warmth from the moment you walked in the door. As the song goes, "Children are our future. Teach them well and let them lead the way" and Sylvia Allen is doing just that and helping our future.
Sylvia is giving these children the ability to grow and become the strong members of the world that they are meant to be. Every child deserves a chance to thrive, to be educated, and to feel they have a purpose. That is what this charity is all about. Starting these children on the right path, with the basic everyday needs and education. Sylvia's Children is exactly the kind of non-profit organization that deserves recognition for all that they do. Sylvia Allen is an amazing woman who is making a change in the world, one child at a time.

Sylvia is driven to help build a self sustaining community through her efforts in providing education opportunities to many children who would otherwise be left behind. Her efforts are working and her school is thriving! Sylvia doesn't take no for an answer when it involves "her kids!" Silvia has the passion and energy to continue her amazing work. This should be the model for providing assistance and building sustainable communities.

My wife and I have a small charitable foundation. Sylvia stood out among many organizations because the money donated truly goes to help the children. So many larger charitable organizations have inefficient expensive overhead, marketing, travel and other drains on funds intended for the people who need it most. Sylvia doesn't take a salary, doesn't charge for accounting and tax preparation, and visitors to Uganda pay their own way, so donations truly go to help the children. She's a dedicated, energetic, honest, and wonderful person who we are honored to support.

We have worked w/Sylvia for many years helping to promote Sylvia's work with Sylvia's Children at the Mbiriizi Advanced Primary School in Mbiriizi, Uganda, Africa. This organization is making an amazing difference in the lives of children in Uganda. Since becoming involved the school has grown from 4 buildings to 26 since Sylvia's Children has gotten involved.

Sylvia Allen is a member of our church in Holmdel NJ. Sylvia is an inspiration to us all. At an age when most people retire, Sylvia lunged forward, founding "Sylvia's Children", giving care, education, hope and purpose to thousands of forgotten children in Uganda. What "Sylvia's Children" has accomplished is truly an amazing fete. Sylvia has shown us what determination, love, and tenacity can make an amazing difference in the lives of thousands of children. What a wonderful organization.

Sylvia is passionate about her children and their success! She is no nonsense when it comes to doing whatever it takes to help them succeed. Sylvia shares her love and passion with everyone and its hard to not fall in love with these children that you have never met.

Two years ago I happened to see a highlight about Sylvia's Children on a local program called, "On The Road with Jason Davis". I connected with Sylvia because I wanted to share her story with our local Rotary club. Rotary, as you should know, is one of the top ranking service organizations.
Sylvia spoke to our club, we loved her, and we partnered with her project. She has dedicated her life to this project and has already accomplished so much! 100% of donations go to the project. There are no management fees. I am not aware of any other organizations that can say that.
We'd love to see Sylvia's Children be able to do more!

Sylvia's Children is truly doing "God's work". Led by Sylvia Allen this organization came into my life over 5 years ago. I have only been able to make small donations that I know help but I wish they could be larger because every dollar is put toward helping these great children get the chance we all want for the people on this earth. These kids deserve the chance to experience things they otherwise could not imagine and Sylvia's Children makes that dream come true.

While working with Sylvia herself through the years, a friendship has grown that I value deeply. The stories she tells about this organization (Which has become her passion) are always wonderful. No matter the people involved or how grim the setting, this organization makes great things happen. She told me of a very strong woman that has grown up in the organization and can today boldly stand up for herself and all women in her community to show how strong and valuable they are. We all know that culturally this is not common and through the education and guidance of the staff and volunteers have provided her, this girl is making a future where none existed before. After sharing this powerful story, Sylvia presented me with a hand woven basket from one of "her children" and through tears she relished how touched I was and how the depth of that gift left me speechless. It was funny that the basket's creator apologized to Sylvia that it took him over three hours to complete it!! I could not have made it in three years! The basket now has a prominent place in my home and serves as a reminder to be thankful each day for all of my blessings and that there are still people in the world who need some help just to survive each day and that I need to try harder to provide more assistance to them. The organization is great and Sylvia is an angel!

Last November (2016) I went with Sylvia to help with the Christmas festivities. We also had a team of nurses who came to give physicals etc. It was a life changing experience! To see all these happy children, who have nothing, except what the sponsors provide, is remarkable. We visited classrooms, who teach without the benefit of textbooks,they learn everything by rote. Having been a teacher I was amazed at the quality of education, and all with class sizes twice the size of those in the U.S. I was 72 when I went and I promised the children I would return when I was 75, so I need to stay healthy!

I first became aware of Sylvia's Children when the daughter of a friend accompanied Sylvia on her annual trip to Africa. Hearing of the amazing work being done and seeing the images she captured while there convinced me this was an organization making a very big difference in the lives of children. The fact that this is a local organization was important to me . I am kept abreast of their activities by email.
It somehow feels more personal than other charities i support.

I have donated to this organization since it's inception, and our daughter has gone to Uganda 3 times with Sylvia's Children. Sylvia is directly involved with the school, and with the children and staff. She, and various volunteers, have traveled to Uganda for many years, bringing supplies and financial support. With Sylvia's effort, they have achieved so much in making the school great for the children, including the orphans, who actually live at the school. New dormitories, a well, and a library are among the many accomplishments. Also, the village has benefited, because they been helped to be more self sufficient. Great organization. and one amazing woman....