Zhaotong is located in northeast Yunnan province on the middle and upper reaches of the Yangtse River. Its main industries are mining, tobacco and cement manufacturing. Zhaotong is a large city that plays an important role in the economy and culture of the province.

The Zhaotong Foster Care Program was established through a partnership with the local social welfare institute. Approximately 30 children from Zhaotong participate in this program. The boys and girls range in age from a few months old to nine years. Some of the children have medical special needs, such as heart defects and cerebral palsy.

Sponsorship of a child costs $35 per month and every child has two sponsors to cover all program expenses. Sponsors receive reports and pictures of their sponsored child every month.

For more information about the foster care program in Zhaotong, email here.