The Channel is a registered 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization established in 1995.

We are a Christian developmental organization working in an impoverished community in Brazil to create a pathway out of poverty for children through quality education and training. Our project in Fortaleza, Brazil is called CBC University of Life and is a non-sectarian institution open to children from any color, race or religion.

The Channel is funded by contributions from individuals and groups who passionately believe that by working together we can improve the lives of children living in poverty, one child at a time.

A new study released in June showed that 75% of teachers do not believe that students at risk of dropping out of school would work harder, even if more were demanded of them in the classroom. 66% of students, however, said they would work harder if others held them to higher standards - they do only what is expected of them. Students desperately need outside encouragement and motivation to overcome the difficult barriers they face in completing school.

We discovered this concept two decades ago and have seen amazing results - dozens of kids, deemed hopeless by society, have already become the very first in their community to graduate from high school and many have now gone on to college! This is why, at the University of Life, we hold all our student to the highest standards and are committed to giving them the support, extra care and encouragement they need to succeed... >>read more about this and see what else is going on at CBC this month!

Today at CBC...Students continue to work hard on all areas of academics at CBC, including computers, physical education, music, dance and drama... >>read more

We want you to be a part of our daily life in Brazil and feel connected to the kids you support. Now you can! Experience a typical day at the University of Life, stay up-to-date with this week's classes, activities and events, read our prayer requests, subscribe to our online newsletter and more! We update weekly, so check back often!

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Explore our programs! Get a detailed look at each of the exciting programs in Brazil and find out how you can help.

The CBC University of Life Guidebook is here! Check it out and discover some creative ways that you can get involved with us!