Around the world, the majority of children who graduate from orphanage systems turn to prostitution within the first six months. It’s a tragic statistic, and we have the power to change it.
Lori Huertas is completing her Orphan Advocation Training. Her final project involves fundraising for orphan's education. Help her reach a goal of $5,000.
If you also feel the weight of this responsibility and the desire to make a real difference, consider partnering with us. Through our innovative in-home care model, specialized caregiver training, and humanitarian aid, you’ll help children not just survive—but truly thrive.
When you choose to partner with The Boaz Project, you'll restore hope, ensure a brighter future through education, and share the love of Jesus with children who desperately need it.
Just imagine the impact you can have—from saving a child from the horrors of the streets to helping them become community leaders, educators, and nurturers of the next generation.
This self-paced course serves as the primary course for our orphan advocate training certification. By taking this course, you will:
This course highlights The Boaz Project’s foundational area of impact—assisting orphans. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of the global orphan crisis, the urgent needs of vulnerable children, and the real difference you can make by stepping into their stories.
Every number tells a heartbreaking truth:
This course offers more than information—it equips you to take action grounded in compassion and wisdom.
Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Orphan Advocacy must be completed before enrolling.
Continue your advocacy journey by learning to support and strengthen the caregivers serving orphans daily.
Through powerful stories, practical tools, and proven methods, you’ll gain the knowledge and confidence to make a lasting difference in their lives and the lives of the children they love.
Join us and become a source of strength for those on the front lines of orphan care.
Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Orphan Advocacy must be completed before enrolling.
The orphan crisis is real—but getting involved is easier than you think. The Boaz Project offers a variety of simple, meaningful ways for you to make an impact and inspire others to do the same.
As you discover God’s heart for orphans, you’ll be equipped to engage in ministry, advocate effectively, and mobilize your community. From sharing resources to starting conversations, you’ll learn to be a strong voice for the voiceless.
You don’t have to do everything—just do something.
Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Orphan Advocacy must be completed before enrolling.
As the final course in The Boaz Project’s Orphan Advocacy Certification series, this capstone experience builds on the foundation laid in the Fundamentals, Assisting, Supporting, and Engaging courses. You’ll combine everything you’ve learned and apply it through personal reflection, skills development, and Bible study—all designed to solidify your calling and prepare you for continued impact.
This course doesn’t just complete your certification—it launches you into ongoing opportunities to influence lives, support caregivers, and advocate for vulnerable children with wisdom and confidence.
Become a certified orphan advocate.
Be ready to make a difference that lasts.
Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Orphan Advocacy, Assisting Orphans: Helping Orphans in Their Need, Supporting Caregivers: Upholding Caregivers as They Serve Orphans, and Engaging Others: Using Your Voice for Orphans must be completed before enrolling.
No! This certification was intentionally created to allow opportunities for anyone in the United States to participate fully.
This is completely up to you. The entire process is self-directed. There are no deadlines, and you may take as much or as little time as you need to complete each course.
Yes! Going through the training with a spouse or friend can provide accountability and motivation. As you progress, you may be able to accomplish more together!
All Orphan Advocate Training courses are free to join! While you may choose to spend money while completing some projects, there are only minimal costs involved (such as a book or a few supplies) depending on which course you choose to do.
This would be answered on a case-by-case basis. This would also be open to middle schoolers or high schoolers looking to complete volunteer hours (i.e. National Honor Society) or build college applications. We always encourage young people to be involved if they feel led by God to do so!
We will adjust your requirements to accommodate you and provide different opportunities to engage.
Yes! When you complete all of the courses required to become certified, you will receive a final certificate and you will be able to use the title "Certified Orphan Advocate".
We are sorry that we cannot verify volunteer hours that are done outside of the office or an event due to the fact that these hours are not supervised. However, we can write about the quality of work that was done, your commitment level, and the training courses achieved. We can also say that your self-reported, unsupervised hours fit into the typical number of hours that are usual for that course.
If you would like to begin Orphan Advocate Training Certification begin by completing the registration form. Make sure to select the Certification course. You will then be assigned an OAT Coach. Once your coach reviews your information, he/she will send you an email with your next steps!
Please complete the form below or contact OAT@boazproject.org with any questions.
No! This certification was intentionally created to allow opportunities for anyone in the United States to participate fully.
This is completely up to you. The entire process is self-directed. There are no deadlines, and you may take as much or as little time as you need to complete each course.
Yes! Going through the training with a spouse or friend can provide accountability and motivation. As you progress, you may be able to accomplish more together!
All Orphan Advocate Training courses are free to join! While you may choose to spend money while completing some projects, there are only minimal costs involved (such as a book or a few supplies) depending on which course you choose to do.
This would be answered on a case-by-case basis. This would also be open to middle schoolers or high schoolers looking to complete volunteer hours (i.e. National Honor Society) or build college applications. We always encourage young people to be involved if they feel led by God to do so!
We will adjust your requirements to accommodate you and provide different opportunities to engage.
Yes! When you complete each level, you will receive a certification that you can use to enhance your professional profile and to show involvement in community service.
We are sorry that we cannot verify volunteer hours that are done outside of the office or an event due to the fact that these hours are not supervised. However, we can write about the quality of work that was done, your commitment level, and the training courses achieved. We can also say that your self-reported, unsupervised hours fit into the typical number of hours that are usual for that course.
If you think you would like to begin Orphan Advocate Training, please complete the registration form, and you’ll be assigned an OAT Coach. Once your coach reviews your information, he/she will send you an email with your next steps!
Please complete the form below or contact OAT@boazproject.org with any questions.
| Friend of the Cause $1,000 |
Beacon of Hope $2,500 |
Champion of Children $5,000 |
Legacy Partner $10,000 |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Name included on sponsor signage at event entry | ||||
| Logo displayed on the back of the Order of Events | ||||
| Recognition on event tables | ||||
| Verbal recognition during the program |
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. Excepteur sint occaecat cupidatat non proident, sunt in culpa qui officia deserunt mollit anim id est laborum.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. Excepteur sint occaecat cupidatat non proident, sunt in culpa qui officia deserunt mollit anim id est laborum.
In our easy-to-understand lessons, you’ll explore topics such as:
Our courses, including Fundamentals of Orphan Advocacy, are designed for those who do not work directly with orphaned or vulnerable children but still want to make a difference. We welcome those who share a passion for uplifting vulnerable children, whether you're beginning your journey, looking to amplify your impact, or simply seeking to support this important cause in other meaningful ways.
A dedicated coach will be available to support you as needed.
Absolutely! We can offer you and your friends the chance to be a cohort and work through the course together with a dedicated coach to support your group.
The course is self-paced, allowing you to learn at your convenience. Including the 3 hours of video/audio/live content, this course can take approximately 10-15 hours to complete.
Nothing! The course is completely free because we believe advocacy should be accessible to everyone.
Just click Register Now and start making a difference!
Whether you’re new to advocacy or looking to deepen your knowledge, this course will help you be a voice for vulnerable children. Start impacting lives today!
Anyone with a heart to help vulnerable children—whether you’re just beginning or looking for ways to deepen your impact.
A dedicated coach will be available to support you as much or as little as you need.
Absolutely! We can offer you and your friends the chance to be a cohort and work through the course together with a dedicated coach to support your group.
The course is self-paced, allowing you to learn at your convenience. Including the 3 hours of video/audio/live content, this course can take approximately 10-15 hours to complete.
Nothing! The course is completely free because we believe advocacy should be accessible to everyone.
Just click Register Now and start making a difference!
