GIVE THE GIFT OF LEARNING
A quality education can make all the difference for students living in poverty or processing the trauma of displacement or war.
In Jordan, although 97% of elementary-aged children are enrolled in school, dropout rates remain a concern as students grow older—especially among those from low-income families or those who are refugees. In Lebanon, a variety of barriers to education surround refugee children who are often denied enrollment in traditional schools due to discrimination, language barriers, and financial hardship. At the same time, the country’s ongoing economic crisis and persistent security threats affect nearly all students, making it nearly impossible for many families to afford tuition and uniform fees.
To meet these needs, Nazarene schools in the Middle East serve students from kindergarten through high school—many of whom are refugees from Syria and Iraq, displaced by war and violence.
The schools offer an affordable, quality education alongside spiritual care that includes daily scripture reading, prayer, and weekly chapel services, creating a place where learning and faith go hand in hand.
NOOR'S STORY
Noor*, a seventh-grader at a Nazarene school in the Middle East, was facing some real challenges. Her grades were low, and she struggled with self-confidence. But her teachers saw something in her—a spark of potential—and they didn’t give up. With patience, encouragement, and extra support, the staff of the school helped Noor find her footing. They offered kind words, stayed by her side, and guided her as she began to develop stronger study habits and a sense of self-belief.
As the weeks passed, Noor started to blossom. She began raising her hand in class, turning in her assignments on time, and putting real effort into her schoolwork. Her hard work didn’t go unnoticed—today, she’s one of the most dedicated students in her class, with significantly improved grades to show for it. Noor’s journey is a powerful reminder of what can happen when students are given the support they need to believe in themselves.
*Children's names are changed for protection.
The local community, including nearby Nazarene churches, plays a key role in supporting the school community, offering prayer, emotional care, and a chance to grow in faith. Often, teens enrolled in the schools become regular church youth group attenders due to the connection to the school. Some families of students also receive food vouchers, psychological support, medical care, and other wholistic assistance through local churches.
When you give to the 2025 NCM Christmas Project, you’ll open doors for children from across the Middle East to receive an education, build lasting relationships, access healthcare, and grow in faith. Your generosity makes it possible for these children to experience God’s love and care, giving them the hope of a brighter, stronger future.
Will you help us unbox hope and give the gift of learning this Christmas?
When you give, you make it possible for children
and teenagers in the Middle East to experience
God's love and care.
When you give, you make it possible for children and teenagers in the Middle East to experience God's love and care.
RESOURCES TO SHARE
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