As 2010 ends and 2011 begins, it's a good time to ask ourselves what we can do to make a difference in the life of someone else. Once way would be to sponsor a child so that they may attend school and have a nourishing meal. 
Did you know that Guatemala has the fourth highest rate of chronic malnutrition in the world and the highest in the Western Hemisphere.
Approximately 75% of Guatemalans live below the poverty level, which is defined as an income that is not sufficient to purchase a basic basket of goods and basic services.
Approximately 58% of the population have incomes below the extreme poverty line, which is defined as the amount needed to purchase a basic basket of food.
Approximately 50% of Guatemalan children under the age of 5 now suffer from chronic under-nutrition.
In the nation's highlands, where many indigenous people live, 70% of children under age 5 are malnourished.
Only primary school is required by law, so most children do not study past the 6th grade.
The average number of school grades completed for adults is just 4 years... ranked number 88 out of 100 countries.
http://www.hishandsforguatemala.org
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