An equitable and inclusive education system is a decisive factor in the development of a country. As humanitarian aid mobilizes funds internationally, child sponsorship ensures education for marginalized children. This paper describes the case study of a child sponsorship program run by Sacred Heart Congregation of catholic nuns in Kerala. It details the initiative of this family-based child sponsorship that envisions the social mobility of low-income families through acquiring education and pursuing employment. Moreover, it sheds light on new avenues for social work research and interventions to assess and refine the effectiveness of child sponsorship programs.