Some groups have even sponsored gifted but needy children for ballet classes at selected local schools.

For the past 10 years, the company has been involved with sponsoring and supporting children in the third world.

Before Eric, the couple sponsored other children, including two sisters who continue to stay in touch with the family.

Only those admitted on points could sponsor their spouse and minor children.

That approach allows citizens to sponsor their spouses, minor children and parents.

I have also begun sponsoring children for summer camp here in Canada.

The charity aims to improve the education system "through building schools and sponsoring children".

Some charities offer people the opportunity to sponsor individual children in impoverished countries: we could do the same.

However, they are allowed to 'sponsor' their spouses and children.

Arts Camp is also seeking corporate donations to sponsor other children.