International Child Advancement, Inc.

06/08/2026

10 years. 10 images. One purpose. 💚

A decade seen through children’s faces, moments, and everyday life.

Care, learning, nourishment, and growth captured in small details that say more than words ever could.

10 Years of Impact 🌱

Be part of it. Help us continue this journey through the link 👉 https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/donate-to-make-a-difference-336

06/06/2026

For 10 years, your support has helped change lives. This is one of those stories: meet Asha 🙌

Asha is currently completing the final year of her Bachelor’s degree at the Higher Institute of Medical Techniques (ISTM) in Goma. In a region facing ongoing health crises, including the growing Ebola outbreak, Asha chose to pursue a career in healthcare because she wants to serve her community.

Through sponsorship and community support, Asha has been able to continue her education and move closer to achieving that dream.

“Thanks to your generous support, I am able to continue my studies and move closer to achieving my dreams. My education is very important to me, and I am working hard every day to build a better future.”

In a recent letter to her sponsor, Asha wrote:

“Even though you are far away, I feel that we are closely connected in heart and spirit. The love you show me gives me strength and courage every day. It encourages me to keep moving forward with determination and hope for a better future.”

Stories like Asha’s remind us that education does more than transform individual lives; it empowers entire communities.

Your support helps us respond to urgent needs today while continuing to invest in the future of children and students like Asha.

Join us for 10 Years, 10 Stories: An ICA Afternoon Tea Experience as we celebrate a decade of impact and the lives being transformed through compassion, education, and community.

🎟️ Tickets & donations:
10 Years, 10 Stories Event Page

🌐 Website: childadvancement.org

📧 Contact us: [email protected]

06/04/2026

🚨 Update on Ebola Outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo 🇨🇩

This week, the Ebola continues to worsen as health officials warn that the virus is spreading faster than response efforts can contain it. As of May 29th, there are 906 suspected cases and 223 deaths. (WHO)

At the orphanage, the children and volunteers have thankfully still not tested positive for Ebola. However, access to medicine, sanitation supplies, nutritious food, and healthcare remains extremely limited.

Pastor Isaac and the team continue to do everything they can to protect the children. As the situation escalates, the need for emergency support is urgent.

💚 How you can help:

• Donate to support immediate medical and humanitarian needs
• Purchase a ticket to our “10 Years, 10 Stories” fundraiser event (Link in Bio)
• Share this update to help raise awareness

Every contribution helps us provide food, medicine, hygiene supplies, and direct support to vulnerable children. Please continue keeping the children, volunteers, and all affected communities in your prayers. 🇨🇩

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05/29/2026

Metro Summer Go Passes are here.

05/26/2026

For 10 years, ICA has been rooted in one belief: when you invest in a child, you change the trajectory of a life.

When you attend our 10 Years, 10 Stories: An Afternoon Tea Experience, your ticket does more than reserve a seat.

It helps:
• Respond to urgent needs—like the current Ebola outbreak—by helping provide clean water, medication, and protective supplies
• Keep K-12 children in school in the DRC, where education is fee-based
• Support university students working toward long-term stability
• Create pathways to self-sufficiency through economic empowerment
• Provide consistent meals to children at GUAOA Orphanage
• Fund scholarships for underserved youth right here in Buffalo

Each story we share reflects what’s possible when opportunity meets support.

Join us for an afternoon grounded in connection, reflection, and impact.

🎟️ Reserve your seat: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/10-years-10-stories-an-ica-afternoon-tea-experience
📱Can’t attend: Support via a program ad: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/program-ads-10-years-10-stories-an-afternoon-tea-experience

05/21/2026

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo continues to escalate, with hundreds of reported cases and deaths. Health officials warn the virus may have spread undetected for weeks, while shortages in medicine, protective equipment, and healthcare access make containment difficult. The current strain has no approved vaccine or treatment. (Reuters, Al Jazeera)

HOW IS THIS AFFECTING US?

At this time, none of the children or volunteers at GUAOA Orphanage have been diagnosed with Ebola. However, access to testing remains extremely limited.

Currently, 10 children are experiencing malaria-like symptoms, which are not believed to be related to Ebola. Ongoing illness, combined with limited access to medication, has made recovery difficult—many children are getting sick again before fully healing.

Schools remain open for now, but we are monitoring the situation closely and taking precautions each day.

Border closures are also making it harder to access essential supplies, medication, and financial support—causing delays for communities already facing significant challenges.

Even in the midst of uncertainty, our commitment remains the same: to protect and care for every child entrusted to us.

HOW CAN YOU HELP?

You can support urgent, on-the-ground needs, including:
• medication and basic medical care
• food and potable water
• masks, gloves, and soap
• ongoing care for the children and staff

Make a direct donation or purchase a ticket to our upcoming event—all proceeds go toward immediate relief efforts.

Donate: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/donate-to-make-a-difference-336
Purchase a ticket: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/10-years-10-stories-an-ica-afternoon-tea-experience

Please continue to keep the children, caregivers, and communities across the DRC in your prayers during this time.

05/18/2026

We’re closely monitoring the Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, where 246 cases and 65 deaths have been reported in Ituri province.

While the situation is serious and evolving, we want to share that none of the children at GUAOA orphanage are affected at this time. Preventive measures are in place, including hygiene awareness and distribution of informational flyers.

That said, the realities on the ground are challenging. The orphanage is facing limited access to potable water, which directly impacts sanitation, and there is a shortage of basic medications.

In moments like this, prevention and preparedness matter.

If you feel moved to support, we invite you to consider making a donation. Your contribution will help provide access to potable water and essential medications to help keep the children safe. Donate here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/donate-to-make-a-difference-336

We will continue to monitor the situation closely and share updates.

Africa's top health agency says around 246 cases have been reported.

05/07/2026

Tomorrow is the final day for early bird pricing for ICA’s "10 Years, 10 Stories: An Afternoon Tea Experience" event.

Join us on July 18 for an afternoon of tea tastings, storytelling, poetry, and meaningful connection as we reflect on a decade of impact through education, mentorship, and economic empowerment.

Guests will hear from educational sponsors, orphanage leaders, partners, and children whose lives have been elevated through ICA’s work.

🎟 Early Bird Pricing Ends Tomorrow
• $60 Individual Admission
• $115 Two Guests Admission

Every ticket supports ICA’s mission to empower orphans and underserved children to become self-sufficient through education, economic empowerment, and mentorship.

Seats are limited. We would love to celebrate this milestone with you. Get your ticket here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/10-years-10-stories-an-ica-afternoon-tea-experience

Unable to attend? Program ads are also available for individuals and businesses who would like to support this milestone: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/program-ads-10-years-10-stories-an-afternoon-tea-experience

05/06/2026

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! Join us in celebrating our teachers with a song! 🍎🎶

At ICA, we are proud to be an advocate for access to education, helping to ensure that children can show up to school ready to learn and grow. Behind every child’s journey is a teacher who shows up every single day.

There are many ways to celebrate: have your child thank a teacher directly, repost and amplify their impact, or simply take a moment to acknowledge the difference teachers make! 🙌

You can also take action by donating to our Fundraiser, which helps ICA continue expanding access to education and strengthening the support behind every classroom experience:
https://www.zeffy.com/donation-form/support-a-teacher-transform-lives

However you choose to give, your support helps create pathways where more children can learn, grow, and thrive.

05/04/2026

We’re so grateful for every single person who has pledged to our Gift A Meal campaign. In April alone, you helped raised $810! 🙌💚

That support is already making a real difference on the ground. What makes this especially powerful are the monthly $10 pledges. That simple act provides meals for a child for 5 days. It brings consistency. It brings relief. It allows a child to focus on learning, growing, and simply being a kid.

These small acts of generosity are creating something far greater than numbers. They are building stability, care, and hope that children can rely on.

As we continue working toward our $2,000 monthly goal, we want to pause and say thank you on behalf of the children we serve. Your support is felt every single day.