https://www.compassion.com/give/donate/unlock-potential-for-young-people/ 2026-10-13T23:01:55.264Z Yamikani's Story Your gift can help young people unlock their God-given potential through education, training and resources designed to help them thrive. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/2cvnzWrwKdsuIuqI5r0YqF/a0de8efe92e6c54b58887382d7994a11/CC-MW0104-WhenHopeComesKnocking-21-2506.jpg https://player.vimeo.com/video/1225672796?h=8536a871b0 2026-09-10 12:34:53 109 https://www.compassion.com/give/donate/disaster-relief-asia/ 2026-10-13T22:56:37.289Z What is Being Done After Typhoon Rai in The Philippines? Children in poverty are most affected when disaster strikes. Learn how you can provide critical care like emergency supplies and shelter to children in need. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/9iAmxSmsP4BEzyDvyIUgs/b59da3f762f0f5e532f0ff41f901624c/cyclone-ditwah-video.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/WYtjWKq_BO0?si=dsmeU_mg9L1KYKHS 2026-02-26T18:37:18.528Z https://www.compassion.com/give/donate/lift-children-out-of-poverty-in-batey-gato-dr/ 2026-10-13T22:43:55.168Z Atlanta Falcons are Changing Lives in the Dominican Republic with Compassion International Your support of Evangelical Free Methodist Church helps transform lives by meeting the needs of nearly 250 children in poverty and their families. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/33U9TTT90V27bxbzq2RjTJ/5a5d80d0520ba0a6a6e51e33231e553c/Compassion-Falcons-2026-DR-Vision-Trip-2214.jpg https://player.vimeo.com/video/1196357367?h=57e3b56c1d 2026-05-28 10:46:35 174 https://www.compassion.com/give/wills-and-trusts/ 2026-10-13T22:21:18.566Z Balliet Legacy Story Giving a gift from your will or trust is a simple and flexible way to make an impact in the lives of children around the world. Give through Compassion today. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/3gyOq0CzRqPzrEBFo2nLTO/d2fcf603e7e9c12e43fede67f9e97384/Balliet-Legacy-Thumbnail.png https://player.vimeo.com/video/798764239?h=5ded563d39&muted=1&autoplay=1&app_id=122963 2023-02-14 09:29:55 113 https://www.compassion.com/about-us/history/ 2026-10-05T18:23:01.233Z History Since 1952, Compassion International has been releasing children from poverty in Jesus’ name. Learn about Everett Swanson and Compassion International history. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/5FtLOVzp45wS2OpUMkWjNw/71fa40fa85cb65f16a6643bcc12940de/Everett_Swanson_178.jpg https://player.vimeo.com/https://www.youtube.com/embed/u-ppsQktPYQvideo/######### 2025-08-19T16:04:52.202Z History Since 1952, Compassion International has been releasing children from poverty in Jesus’ name. Learn about Everett Swanson and Compassion International history. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/Id0rAi2G4GT5GD1n313fi/192934be1dc8a739cfb4f875efc53c3e/2020s_Video.png https://www.youtube.com/embed/u07y8IfUYiA?si=FOHAvHSPB6nHN3qR 2025-08-19T16:04:52.202Z https://www.compassion.com/get-involved/partnership/institutional-partners/locally-led-development/ 2026-10-02T21:39:00.086Z THIS is Changing Lives in the Dominican Republic | Ripple Effects (Full Documentary) Compassion partners with local churches as they know the unique needs of impoverished children and families in their communities best. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/2fgreyZyTIvVbp9ZyvuVTa/48761ea1cada1aeec290242a01208627/CC-DR0901-CompassionCauses-19-2510.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/CV5zOrpitNA?si=WWSLg4bZpBq2Awb8 2026-06-18T20:15:15.327Z https://www.compassion.com/give/donate/thank-you/ 2026-10-02T20:31:18.499Z Family Gift Thank You Thank you for giving a family gift through Compassion International! Your generosity is changing lives, delivering hope to a family living in poverty. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/434IoBuIGmOP00c9SKrrZQ/52be9aac1704d04000170ed759d9cf52/2025-07-25_11-29-21.png https://player.vimeo.com/video/463122984?badge=0&autopause=0&player_id=0&app_id=58479 2020-09-29 13:03:53 68 https://www.compassion.com/ 2026-09-29T13:35:12.513Z Home Compassion International shares the hope of the gospel in word and action, releasing children from poverty in Jesus’ name. Join us in this mission. https://downloads.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/2QUbppZ7jcN1HDA5rnFonN/4465c62a4e27a42dc04e7268f7bf502e/CC-RW0626-CompassionCenter-13-2403.jpg https://player.vimeo.com/video/1103141621?h=b95d1b27af 2024-10-21T18:20:43.896Z LOVE IN ACTION_CHEF Compassion International shares the hope of the gospel in word and action, releasing children from poverty in Jesus’ name. Join us in this mission. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/wtAvGXlWJODXSLXNHxMxo/609f2a3fb69184d1e29caeb7545c0474/CHEF.jpg https://player.vimeo.com/video/1125990108?h=7bdfa39642 2025-10-09 16:03:39 47 LOVE IN ACTION_MORE THAN A CONQUEROR Compassion International shares the hope of the gospel in word and action, releasing children from poverty in Jesus’ name. Join us in this mission. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/7yQ1cHvqhGCI252UVsGKvP/9ee5b0b2404af0afa7d5c2975f8b0468/MORE_THAN_A_CONQUEROR_CLEAN.jpg https://player.vimeo.com/video/1125989603?h=50e60b82e5 2025-10-09 16:01:47 17 LOVE IN ACTION_ALICE Compassion International shares the hope of the gospel in word and action, releasing children from poverty in Jesus’ name. Join us in this mission. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/7egUl3qpHDuMfyCCASzZVF/be9baf9aa5c5770c9359954635c457fa/ALICE_CLEAN.jpg https://player.vimeo.com/video/1125989629?h=54d6e8894f 2025-10-09 16:01:53 59 LOVE IN ACTION_PALLETS TO PILLOWS Compassion International shares the hope of the gospel in word and action, releasing children from poverty in Jesus’ name. Join us in this mission. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/48nmqN7iDcocXrIwpYHelW/7b6e1f532c06eadd6d656e475ca0845f/PALLETS_TO_PILLOWS.jpg https://player.vimeo.com/video/1125989728?h=52a175952e 2025-10-09 16:02:17 29 LOVE IN ACTION_NEW WASH FACILITY Compassion International shares the hope of the gospel in word and action, releasing children from poverty in Jesus’ name. Join us in this mission. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/3GjX7aTjBg4O7Wuqyo4pkg/f518c022794abe8aa7e3edbc9dff4bdb/NEW_WASH_FACILITY.jpg https://player.vimeo.com/video/1125989982?h=cc85a39748 2025-10-09 16:03:11 59 LOVE IN ACTION - WHAT MAKES COMPASSION DIFFERENT Compassion International shares the hope of the gospel in word and action, releasing children from poverty in Jesus’ name. Join us in this mission. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/2FIyAOSN213fau1Ffa0N7E/6a12b0a4537d4e1d8a0f3990852c6f9e/WHAT_MAKES_COMPASSION_DIFFERENT_CLEAN.jpg https://player.vimeo.com/video/1125989433?h=042a083053 2025-10-09 16:01:13 51 https://www.compassion.com/unto-jesus/ 2026-08-31T16:52:27.816Z Praying Mom Explore free devotionals, prayer guides, recipes and videos that inspire Christ-followers to live Unto Jesus through everyday acts of compassion. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/7f0BLBSOPmH0yo5Evoo6cw/d983f6d86db17b960775783073d794dc/Tamera_Mowry_Housely.png https://www.youtube.com/shorts/O_HgsxNTWxw 2026-04-29T20:09:10.285Z Unto Jesus Explore free devotionals, prayer guides, recipes and videos that inspire Christ-followers to live Unto Jesus through everyday acts of compassion. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/4AnvJK9oCfagybpTIckb0B/51a761b02b217d81824b2b1c465a36ab/Aarti_Cooking_Image.png https://www.youtube.com/embed/iRNlca40BX4 2026-04-29T20:09:10.285Z Unto Jesus Explore free devotionals, prayer guides, recipes and videos that inspire Christ-followers to live Unto Jesus through everyday acts of compassion. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/2GBtLCcswYkVjuEP1maqiA/c95078d8bf8074726d9fde686b5e9f90/Moments_Image.png https://www.youtube.com/embed/FR_dJCCizWU 2026-04-29T20:09:10.285Z Unto Jesus Explore free devotionals, prayer guides, recipes and videos that inspire Christ-followers to live Unto Jesus through everyday acts of compassion. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/73QlmZ5khMBvuDeTMpkv4a/093ed82affbe3a85c11414b3fd0764c5/Conversations_that_Matter_Image.png https://www.youtube.com/embed/MyBvMIGwtjM 2026-04-29T20:09:10.285Z https://www.compassion.com/get-involved/partnership/pro-athletes/ 2026-05-18T19:30:27.826Z Pro Athletes Compassion International is teaming up with pro athletes to fight child poverty. Become a pro athlete partner today! https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/6501Hs9P6AK436hZMDWhZf/5c884e2f8aea38ffdabafa6d6e404ead/2025-07-22_11-13-15.png https://player.vimeo.com/video/833897669?h=4af7c41b49 2024-11-14T16:23:32.197Z GUATEMALA_ATHLETES_ATHLETE FOCUS Compassion International is teaming up with pro athletes to fight child poverty. Become a pro athlete partner today! https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/6kx6V4aizFtihNfDPyj5zP/d42073dfc5cc1f828d488560372253cd/Guatemala_Vision_Trip_2025.jpg https://player.vimeo.com/video/1089158607?h=6dc0af5339 2025-05-30 14:06:13 119 Guatemala March 2024 Vision Trip Recap Compassion International is teaming up with pro athletes to fight child poverty. Become a pro athlete partner today! https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/6XK8AGMWKrCcr83NTmNbpS/8595ff3b4b62f3ff96e0bdca3e6fba8a/Guatemala_Vision_Trip_2024.jpg https://player.vimeo.com/video/952515346?h=c934dbf22e 2024-05-31 20:58:53 138 Compassion DR MLB 2023 Vision Trip Recap Compassion International is teaming up with pro athletes to fight child poverty. Become a pro athlete partner today! https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/7ydEy8trqWQvCKTSVuAutd/94ac7c14e0cf352e0b67a7ab2a2206b8/DR_Vision_Trip_2023.jpg https://player.vimeo.com/video/1101386082?h=49b8582910 2025-07-14 20:52:38 143 Pro Football Athletes Team Up with Compassion International to Fight for Child Survival Compassion International is teaming up with pro athletes to fight child poverty. Become a pro athlete partner today! https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/7mLR4U63iqebgXCnM600lX/c1458a5223b9fd88bb43bf2627678bf5/Athletes_Fight_Child_Survival.jpg https://player.vimeo.com/video/833896856?h=c0b92598b7 2023-06-06 23:06:14 169 Pro Athletes Compassion International is teaming up with pro athletes to fight child poverty. Become a pro athlete partner today! https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/2xC8PXRmsn4gbz049R7HSg/83c04b6011e670489358473bec35f744/DR_VISION_TRIP_2022.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/NmJiD9Z9Se4?si=qjzSe8qjw6X2oe0B 2024-11-14T16:23:32.197Z Thailand Vision Trip 2022 Highlights: Compassion International Compassion International is teaming up with pro athletes to fight child poverty. Become a pro athlete partner today! https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/3nlPn9hpobWVABMPf7UDN/9a28f182feebb49762372c3d0f82ea3c/Thailand_2022.jpg https://player.vimeo.com/video/772686075 2022-11-18 22:53:37 246 https://www.compassion.com/give/philanthropy/updates/meet-james-and-fatma/ 2026-05-11T16:29:38.472Z James and Fatma's Hearts of Compassion Despite their limited resources, James and Fatma have opened their home to children in need and pour out unconditional love and sacrifice to help each child https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/6CpXpUKvWCQpoqsgQvPC5Z/4a14104b9104d26645aa2482049cefa9/james-fatma-img.jpg https://player.vimeo.com/video/1107534956?badge=0&autopause=0&player_id=0&app_id=58479 2025-08-05 16:02:37 281 https://www.compassion.com/sponsor-a-child/about/ 2026-05-05T21:33:59.613Z What Is Child Sponsorship? Child sponsorship means equipping a local church to care for a child’s needs, introduce them to the gospel and prepare them for a bright future. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/5t9bsdZt1ZcPhG9VS6DEmo/0ae00a4e051564dba1a3d1a2e3e2d254/a69707bcc0da0cc960678a02cbf798ba9e7b54ba__1_.jpg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6PDUfbV7qrE 2024-11-19T21:20:03.648Z https://www.compassion.com/give/other-ways-to-give/estate-and-assets/enduring-sponsorships/ 2026-04-16T19:46:08.416Z Balliet Legacy Story Ensure the child you sponsor and other children are cared for by giving a growing gift through Ensuring Sponsorship Endowment. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/3gyOq0CzRqPzrEBFo2nLTO/d2fcf603e7e9c12e43fede67f9e97384/Balliet-Legacy-Thumbnail.png https://player.vimeo.com/video/798764239?h=5ded563d39&muted=1&autoplay=1&app_id=122963 2023-02-14 09:29:55 113 https://www.compassion.com/current-sponsors/write/ 2026-03-03T20:31:01.868Z How To Use My Account - Compassion International Compassion International allows you to write your sponsored child and we encourage doing so. Don't know what to write to your sponsored child? We'll help! https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/5MrylOlZKhzmDoSju8nxUS/c3b374eb6ef92dc877b4950a018df410/Screenshot_2025-10-31_at_1.16.01Ã___PM.png https://youtube.com/embed/j3IzlMObEVI?si=gi9l9sDutweMXc8q 2024-11-20T19:48:43.417Z https://www.compassion.com/get-involved/compassion-sunday/register-pendant/ 2026-01-27T20:45:37.462Z Should Kids Host Compassion Sundays? You can sign up to host a Compassion Sunday event at your church and join thousands of others in breaking the cycle of child poverty through sponsorship. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/4NTNUTBNbOUT13Tb17St0V/d724b8f911061d7919b9bf06d4823418/HeaderImage_Evie-videothumbnail.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/UE_7iBiMl38 2026-01-27T17:50:57.396Z https://www.compassion.com/get-involved/compassion-sunday/order-your-planning-guide/ 2026-01-27T17:49:27.287Z Compassion Sunday Church Story Order your free Compassion Sunday Planning Guide. If you are ready to host a Compassion Sunday or still deciding, the Planning Guide gives helpful information. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/4TMzuHIeip7ruJXsFxz7Sf/5485ed4710ed99c98b8be368a75be173/planning-guide-video-thumbnail.jpg https://player.vimeo.com/video/1104551620?h=42a208b623 2025-07-25 13:31:00 142 https://www.compassion.com/get-involved/compassion-sunday/order-planning-guide/ 2026-01-27T17:42:41.631Z How To Host a Compassion Sunday Order your free Compassion Sunday Planning Guide. If you’re ready to host a Compassion Sunday or still deciding, the Planning Guide gives helpful information. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/729I27ExmlBhp6dN8Jt1hH/9e36daf7e995b645dc24d18d4823d22b/HeaderImage_howtohost-video-thumbnail.jpg https://player.vimeo.com/video/380527217 2019-12-19 11:40:13 75 https://www.compassion.com/about-us/our-impact/ 2026-01-09T18:04:40.269Z Annual Impact Report See the numbers, read the stories and feel the difference you helped make last year in Compassion’s annual impact report. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/9W2npfldYYxEwPpJo2yuu/17de3666ce3d19a48caf0f4858085bd2/EOYthumbnail.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/vg7jUTT4JIg?si=0l38cCDRfYjG_Qbt 2024-11-19T20:35:24.928Z https://www.compassion.com/get-involved/compassion-sunday/presentation/ 2026-01-05T16:48:24.507Z How To Host a Compassion Sunday Find everything you need to plan your Compassion Sunday presentation here, from a Presentation Guide to promo videos. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/1FaYExyt4Zxc3WGb2Hl2sc/b13350773fb8b5b3dfc511ff787a6eec/Thumbnail-624x468-howtohost.jpg https://player.vimeo.com/video/380527217 2019-12-19 11:40:13 75 https://www.compassion.com/get-involved/compassion-sunday/for-pastors/ 2025-12-22T16:37:33.789Z Pastor Resources Ready to empower your church to be the hands and feet of Jesus? 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Sign up to host a Compassion Sunday event at your church and join thousands of others in breaking the cycle of child poverty through sponsorship. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/4NTNUTBNbOUT13Tb17St0V/d724b8f911061d7919b9bf06d4823418/HeaderImage_Evie-videothumbnail.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/UE_7iBiMl38 2025-06-05T17:05:28.276Z https://www.compassion.com/get-involved/compassion-sunday/pastor-permission-resources/ 2025-12-19T17:05:47.720Z Pastor Permission Resources Need help explaining Compassion Sunday to your pastor? Find resources that’ll help you ask for permission to host Compassion Sunday at your church. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/aXxQVf8M58RdgJTpfGXTv/1bc396eaef277751d784d15b8d6d3a41/how_to_talk_to_your_pastor.png https://player.vimeo.com/video/380527509 2025-08-18T20:45:55.434Z https://www.compassion.com/catalog/urgent-need/ 2025-10-21T17:12:57.144Z Meet an Urgent Need From emergency medical care to protection from abuse, help meet a child’s urgent need by donating to Compassion today. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/7IQBlQ8ifPw560U5IeUjKl/3a7a24bb99cf28d60611cc89c09c4a8a/CC-PH-GOC-43-2107.jpeg https://www.youtube.com/embed/bQmzk05I3nw?si=ZsoWHJBikNkp7T2K 2025-07-31T19:50:33.172Z https://www.compassion.com/get-involved/partnership/churches/child-sponsorship/ 2025-10-16T02:45:15.205Z Child Sponsorship Interested in supporting your church in fulfilling the Great Commission? We can help! 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See opportunities here. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/4Zo38YVYwBR91KtNQSD35C/022ac2bb285ddd446dd4b3be4f5c5d6f/Internships-Video-Thumbnail.jpg https://player.vimeo.com/video/975530057?h=fda82d4b8b 2025-06-04T18:41:18.503Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/what-is-poverty/ 2025-03-08T08:00:00.000Z What Is Poverty? | 2026 What is the definition of poverty? How does it impact children? What should our response to poverty be? Learn the meaning of poverty and get answers to your questions here. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/4pwO7C5Z3xr2g45Sby3uzu/e81d9879dad9d3582096a18fcc109c0f/What_is_Poverty_Thumbnail.webp https://www.youtube.com/embed/8RAKYUJhc5s 2025-03-08T03:00:00.000-05:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/day-at-compassion-center-colombia/ 2025-06-06T07:00:00.000Z Our Day at the Compassion Center Wondering what children do at their child development centers? Watch this video footage taken by kids in Colombia to find out. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/72MMQ0wEzOSfHP61B5Ed5x/f9edcab98b22af65354e1df553e1d3c8/We_Gave_20_Children_GoPros_Video_Thumbnail.jpg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IJe5Hbhm5GA 2025-06-06T00:00:00.000-07:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/what-is-compassion-international/ 2026-10-02T22:54:41.223Z The Life-Changing Impact of Compassion International We're child advocates, working to release children from poverty in Jesus' name. Learn more about who we are and what we do. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/hsNTnaVrBtERUhu6x2fk8/de19aee238d2f39ed54649b8afaf5f05/Together_We_Are_Compassion.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/R6--XtWPCT4?autoplay=0&mute=0&controls=1&start=1&origin=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.compassion.com&playsinline=1&showinfo=0&rel=0&iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&enablejsapi=1&widgetid=1&forigin=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.compassion.com%2Fblog%2Fwhat-is-compassion-international%2F&aoriginsup=1&vf=1 2025-10-22T19:17:01.286Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/kenyan-builds-a-strong-future/ 2025-06-10T07:00:00.000Z This Young Kenyan Built a Strong Future With a Strong Mind Maisha’s family couldn’t afford a safe home or education before they connected him with a global network that helped him pursue his dreams. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/3qNjAChefkqnpsXsZ2x16i/ae67c150d2792361d022e08ad3079260/Maishas_Story_Thumbnail.jpg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l03u5_H_XAE 2025-06-10T00:00:00.000-07:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/colombia-impact-video/ 2026-09-28T14:49:23.541Z How We Are Changing Lives in Colombia Compassion has served children in Colombia since 1974. In this video, see how we’re changing lives throughout Colombia in partnership with local churches. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/2TBiHOQkqJYILgkroO05Do/f7cde58d2432d1307fa444f7100ba9af/2601_Country_Highlight_Colombia_Full_Thumbnail.png https://www.youtube.com/embed/G-XXqaOG0m4 2026-09-23T21:11:57.497Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/compassion-impact-data/ 2026-09-26T01:51:52.171Z THIS is Changing Lives in the Dominican Republic | Ripple Effects (Full Documentary) Since 1952, we’ve seen the life-changing impact of our program time and time again. See the impact with your own eyes through data and true stories of hope. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/1W7f3NzFp0DXqdYTbVP6Mc/1fd538773cda535471a69e548882cc9e/Ripple_Effects_Documentary_Video_Thumbnail.jpg https://youtube.com/embed/CV5zOrpitNA 2026-03-23T20:16:09.586Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/video-how-compassion-works/ 2026-09-26T01:50:25.158Z How Does Compassion International Help Kids? At the heart of everything Compassion does is a simple but powerful foundation: a love for Jesus, the church and children. In this video, discover how Compassion partners with local churches to walk alongside children and families — meeting needs, nurturing growth and sharing the hope of Jesus https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/5gsdjsWL1KiVXxBf2e7lig/b632c106e9c39eb62e378f834325eeef/GH0242-Abigail-09-0426.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/T8O2A99F1FQ 2026-06-17T20:06:04.696Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/what-does-child-sponsorship-provide/ 2026-02-23T08:00:00.000Z What Is Child Sponsorship? | Compassion International Through child sponsorship, children receive the hope of the gospel, safe education, routine medical care, nutritional support and so much more— all while experiencing a lasting impact that reaches their families and communities. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/5qy5pKY2fHHr3KzoSUpnJa/cbb9e078f68d1ee1e65b7e79382c158e/What_Child_Sponsorship_Provides_Thumbnail.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/zkUs5_Oxo-4 2026-02-23T00:00:00.000-08:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/video-lugaw-recipe/ 2026-09-11T22:24:26.733Z How to Make Lugaw | Authentic Filipino Comfort Food Recipe Lugaw is a deliciously comforting Filipino rice porridge. In this lugaw recipe video, we show you how to make this dish at home. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/6Uc5dw8QTGLC7Upp3eiDfo/6a851e4e65850a083a182773f3b73f80/7.00_B2_VIDEO_ORGANIC_REACH_YT_SEO_RECIPE_LUGAW_CA1.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/eLSL8ucrI4I 2026-09-11T22:24:26.733Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/understanding-water-scarcity/ 2026-09-11T16:50:23.556Z Compassion + Water Mission: Transforming Communities Through Safe Water Lydia’s family once traveled dusty and rough roads for water multiple times a day. That was until Compassion stepped in. Learn about water scarcity and how Compassion is fighting back. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/5GNqghtrMzrBb8krzlYhr7/91e44d428cf4d19cb509e39e63a1801c/Water_Mission_and_Compassion_Thumbnail.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/-lyAZVruvi0 2026-04-21T15:40:55.009Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/getting-to-school-4-real-life-journeys-from-around-the-world/ 2026-08-26T20:22:57.400Z The Reality of Getting to School in Remote Communities For many children around the world, getting to school is a challenge. Some need to cross flowing rivers while others must walk through the rugged mountains. See four real-life journeys of Compassion kids and explore how poverty affects learning before they even reach their classes. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/1a6vBHPGQG6z9i0OXPkp4S/3b14c096ba5fa2a156b7b69b19d3358c/CC-PE073700129-Cultural-02-2606.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/gTIbLmKf7Ac 2026-08-26T20:22:57.400Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/the-good-samaritan-in-the-bible/ 2026-08-24T07:00:00.000Z Kids Reenact The Parable of the Good Samaritan In Luke 10:25-37, Jesus tells us the parable of the Good Samaritan. Who was this selfless man? What can we learn from him? Explore the parable of the Good Samaritan and what it means to love your neighbor. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/1UfeYcPpJpb6F0xY9XfLC6/2834720562f1c6157b0ea31c8c8b51a6/Good_Samaritan_Thumbnail.webp https://youtube.com/embed/61l7W5m3B3I 2026-08-24T00:00:00.000-07:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/sponsor-trip-the-philippines-video/ 2026-08-18T21:52:40.503Z Sponsors Meet Their Sponsored Children in the Philippines For many sponsors, meeting their sponsored child is a moment they've dreamed about. Watch a group of U.S. sponsors travel to the Philippines to experience Compassion's ministry, build unforgettable memories with the children they support and discover why a Sponsor Trip is unlike anything else. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/2naGrpJBOKID9egSxU6qxH/af3ee49a678fc550c1353abd7433ff4e/Sponsors_Meet_Their_Compassion_Kids_in_the_Philippines_Thumbnail.jpg https://youtube.com/embed/WDZLIbCrTt4 2026-08-18T21:52:40.503Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/video-pol-roti-recipe/ 2026-08-13T19:07:04.918Z Pol Roti in 30 Minutes | Sri Lanka's Go-To Comfort Bread Pol roti is a Sri Lankan coconut flatbread. In this pol roti recipe video, we show you how to make pol roti right in your own kitchen. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/27iWS6gzA7ecvhEOvZMPT/df37d9b78eec5478e64a630653afb4c7/Pol_Roti_Thumbnail.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/qmKT6mSh4G4 2026-08-13T19:07:04.918Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/what-keeps-people-in-poverty/ 2026-07-31T17:00:59.048Z Why People Stay in Poverty (The Hidden Trap) Why is it hard to get out of poverty? The answer to this question might surprise you. Learn why escaping poverty is a challenge and what’s needed to break the cycle. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/7jXSEI55YOr7NVx789k7IZ/8c2ac893bd99eca654cfbce809733fa6/The_Poverty_Trap_Thumbnail.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/Zl21-rZKTdk&t=40s 2026-07-31T17:00:59.048Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/bible-verses-about-spreading-the-gospel/ 2025-12-11T08:00:00.000Z From Shattered to Whole: Alice’s Transformation Because of God’s love for us, he sent his son, Jesus, as a sacrifice for our sins. And now we get to love him and be with him. News like this is worth sharing! Here, you’ll find Bible verses about spreading the gospel and examples of what sharing the good news looks like. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/25MCAjUYiv1bMDj4vGmAzG/16ef2041c791206423bb8842c3c82c54/from_shattered_to_whole_thumbnail.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/6PDUfbV7qrE 2025-12-11T00:00:00.000-08:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/meaning-of-compassion/ 2025-06-20T07:00:00.000Z How God Begins to Describe Himself in the Bible What is the meaning of compassion? The word means “to suffer with.” Learn more about what it means to show compassion and see real examples here. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/2nn5EIRdESxWllmJHiQefQ/6089de880a3d557c4987989f56e5b00b/YV-Icon-Art-Compassion.jpg https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=qJEtyAiAQik&t=153s 2025-06-20T00:00:00.000-07:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/breaking-the-cycle-of-poverty-in-tanzania/ 2026-07-21T16:55:27.184Z A Day at the Compassion International Center Local churches are breaking the cycle of poverty in Tanzania. Come see how they’re helping children grow into thriving followers of Jesus by visiting a Compassion center in Iringa. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/59YLQ0xHT6xrijiSTeBbYo/455816f9d2d2d134a38de01cbe93169e/A_Day_at_the_Center_Thumbnail.webp https://www.youtube.com/embed/5300r1U7Zng 2026-07-21T16:55:27.184Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/abandoned-for-becoming-a-christian/ 2026-07-21T14:17:42.763Z Abandoned for Christ | Hajarah's Journey of Redemption After choosing to follow Christ, Hajarah and her family endured sickness, suffering and loss. Yet through the local church, they discovered hope in Jesus and found help when they needed it most. Watch her redemptive journey below. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/ApTW7P6KLpXqAl9RAlFyz/53aca3543f04e29f45f926785d400d09/Abandoned_for_Christ_Thumbnail.jpg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UDn4lWVj8s8&t=334s 2025-08-12T19:30:47.001Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/how-to-end-poverty/ 2025-12-09T07:00:00.000Z Ricardo Escapes Death Through Impossible Healing Millions of children live in poverty around the world. And while that fact may seem like a hopeless reality, when we all do our part, we can make a difference. See solutions to poverty and how you can help below. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/68Z3REMaRSWLV5hhOdLSNK/209582fe9241d250a6748f61010c446e/Ricardo_Video_Thumbnail_1.jpg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IXHl5teHjLQ 2025-12-09T00:00:00.000-07:00 A "Non-Traditional" Path: Maisha's Story Millions of children live in poverty around the world. And while that fact may seem like a hopeless reality, when we all do our part, we can make a difference. See solutions to poverty and how you can help below. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/3qNjAChefkqnpsXsZ2x16i/ae67c150d2792361d022e08ad3079260/Maishas_Story_Thumbnail.jpg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l03u5_H_XAE 2025-12-09T00:00:00.000-07:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/after-14-years-in-a-gang-martinus-met-jesus/ 2026-06-25T15:19:54.580Z The Day This Man Chose Forgiveness Over Revenge After years of violence, prison and illness, Martinus thought there was no way out. Then God used an unexpected event to lead him toward hope, healing and a new beginning. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/3QxW7cx0YBGIfLePjSdKjz/7e14581dea322f5cf777d948d2117aa6/Martinus_Video_Thumbnail.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/dJeiATzq4yo 2026-06-02T03:18:14.722Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/video-causes-of-poverty-cycle/ 2026-06-23T14:39:38.851Z This Is What Really Causes Poverty in 2026 It’s easy to assume what causes poverty — but the reality is far more complex. In this video, you’ll discover the main drivers of the poverty cycle and learn how these factors can keep families stuck in a poverty trap for generations. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/lQdK07NvRqtaxdEQeTbGv/375f1764b54da394bb7ea5bfcbbf3854/What_Causes_Poverty_Video_Thumbnail__1_.jpg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S4f1g8ftA3o 2026-06-23T14:39:38.851Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/world-water-day/ 2026-06-15T16:36:25.645Z Compassion + Water Mission: Transforming Communities Through Safe Water The purpose of World Water Day is to build awareness around water scarcity and inspire action to fight back. Learn more about World Water Day and see what Compassion is doing to deliver safe water to children. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/54OavccrFrj3m8f8wdJQ4X/80b336352ead480ff35295148d053ce5/Water_Mission_and_Compassion_Thumbnail__1_.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/-lyAZVruvi0 2026-06-15T16:36:25.645Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/video-fight-to-end-child-labor/ 2026-06-02T21:50:13.388Z The Fight to End Child Labor Child labor is when children are forced to work in jobs that harm their health, hinder their development or prevent them from attending school. Despite decades of progress, child labor is on the rise again. Watch the video below to understand why this is happening and what can be done to change it. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/1ZmQBPeXk6zJ2BMJP9OfnR/3954ae1c900b61b62abeb40c1b2977fa/End_Child_Labor_Thumbnail.webp https://youtube.com/embed/hCQNytI_nMM?si=QzZzD9M9lBkaMt9n 2026-06-02T21:50:13.388Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/70-years-history-of-compassion-video/ 2026-05-27T23:12:28.483Z Compassion International's 70 Year Journey to Help Children Escape Poverty Want to learn how Compassion International came to be? This video explores its origins and traces over 70 years of impact as a global ministry. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/6qikTnrm7ILEA33zRGCT9U/8b56607b1be0d70cebfbcfbf21cbef98/Compassions_Story_of_Hope.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/u-ppsQktPYQ 2026-05-27T23:12:28.483Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/what-is-child-sponsorship/ 2026-05-19T20:59:16.538Z What Is Child Sponsorship? | Compassion International Child sponsorship provides children the care and resources they need to conquer the challenges of poverty and achieve freedom in Jesus’ name. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/5qy5pKY2fHHr3KzoSUpnJa/cbb9e078f68d1ee1e65b7e79382c158e/What_Child_Sponsorship_Provides_Thumbnail.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/zkUs5_Oxo-4 2026-04-09T15:25:15.403Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/what-is-the-opposite-of-poverty-video/ 2026-05-19T20:53:44.036Z What is the Opposite of Poverty? The opposite of poverty goes beyond material need, and this video shares how connection, dignity, and long‑term support shape Compassion’s approach. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/4ECmZURTqif3yOUNjswBBA/d33207c4e706302be60302887b7bf722/What_is_the_Opposite_of_Poverty.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/oUO7Io5aCGI 2026-05-19T20:53:44.036Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/does-child-sponsorship-work/ 2026-05-19T17:36:29.056Z Does Child Sponsorship Work? | See The Impact of Our Program Does sponsoring a child really help? Yes! Learn how child sponsorship consistently cares for a child, empowering them to overcome poverty as they grow. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/1Ap05yWEtfVKmvYxFVTche/da7da7e0f6fa877fb5a262250c134638/Does_Child_Sponsorship_Even_Work.webp https://www.youtube.com/embed/QnUfHznop4c 2026-05-19T17:36:29.056Z When Hope Grows: A Welder Inspires His Students | Compassion International Does sponsoring a child really help? Yes! Learn how child sponsorship consistently cares for a child, empowering them to overcome poverty as they grow. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/33zE8N4WKp605XejIMexef/ce05fa3757f3aba399044a4f571c1733/My_Life_Changed_Tanzania.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/pj6kV2BCLi4 2026-05-19T17:36:29.056Z From Pain to Purpose: Justine's Journey of Forgiveness and Advocacy Does sponsoring a child really help? Yes! Learn how child sponsorship consistently cares for a child, empowering them to overcome poverty as they grow. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/128tpcqMipx9Eb4mhPAEjS/083658eb05459c53140ce66246cd3673/Justines_Story.webp https://www.youtube.com/embed/j5GsHi5t8oM 2026-05-19T17:36:29.056Z God is moving in Indonesia | Frizky's Story Does sponsoring a child really help? Yes! Learn how child sponsorship consistently cares for a child, empowering them to overcome poverty as they grow. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/2FEIRQI6z37puhqku2S9u0/264db1deafc460176ae49116223616cc/Frizkys_Story.webp https://www.youtube.com/embed/U_qMzFN__8M 2026-05-19T17:36:29.056Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/child-sponsorship-benefits/ 2026-05-11T16:35:15.531Z What Are the Benefits of Our Child Sponsorship Program? Child sponsorship provides for a child’s needs, introduces them to the hope of the gospel and prepares them for a brighter future beyond poverty. Learn more about the benefits of Compassion’s child sponsorship program. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/644ZRK3t5dsGimI3JyBDn2/67b04499118ebfe815f17614c88e8407/video_thumbnail.png https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CV5zOrpitNA 2025-08-05T15:16:21.726Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/effects-of-poverty-on-children/ 2025-06-25T07:00:00.000Z How Does Poverty Affect Children? Poverty negatively impacts all aspects of a child’s life. Here we’ll explore the effects of poverty on children and how you can help. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/15Ik5DSMywyBXJ15VUA4cg/9811547610277dc5bf5a1d95140b6401/Poverty-Video-Thumbnail.png https://player.vimeo.com/video/247529627 2025-06-25T00:00:00.000-07:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/child-sponsorship-more-than-financial-aid/ 2026-05-11T16:24:45.301Z From Pain to Purpose: Justine's Journey of Forgiveness and Advocacy Have you ever wondered what a child gets through child sponsorship? See the benefits of Compassion child sponsorship and how it’s much more than financial aid here. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/2ym0txiMmERLLt6Xo7Yt9E/3a53cc0169a66bafd1f946e672f449d0/Justines_Story.jpg https://youtube.com/embed/j5GsHi5t8oM?si=-k71m-KXyAmK5ocF 2025-12-18T23:10:34.240Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/how-to-help-those-in-poverty/ 2026-05-11T16:09:02.082Z Becoming A Nurse In Jesus' Name Millions of children live in devastating poverty. Learn how to help those in poverty here. This guide includes many impactful ways to make a difference. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/4LKv6Q9vwGtpFLT54TFFox/1abfd848142272bcc244fa53f7449023/Leidy_YT_Video_Thumbail.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/Jft8NbrrJ3o 2025-12-15T20:35:12.712Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/bible-verses-about-hope/ 2025-07-02T06:00:00.000Z 40 Bible Verses About Hope Hope is powerful. It anchors us when life feels uncertain. For followers of Jesus, hope is our confident trust in who God is and what he promises. And through him, we have eternal hope! Learn more about this good news by reading what the Bible says about hope. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/2V95MjP1jrqrpyV5fWETqc/64f59302b9010328fde1728d78d5d912/bible-verses-about-hope-video.png https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0cFxuf113Y 2025-07-02T00:00:00.000-06:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/norah-meets-her-sponsors/ 2026-04-13T07:00:00.000Z Compassion Sponsors Meets Their Sponsored Child 20 Years Later In the emotional final chapter of this three-part series, Norah finally meets the two sponsors who partnered with God to transform her story. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/4bRTsV4aLG5LQ22F421brY/641caa474427c962d3f28dd392557807/Norah_Meets_Her_Sponsors_Thumbnail.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/0Jn5rWu_hu0 2026-04-13T00:00:00.000-07:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/from-hunger-to-hope-a-brave-girl-named-norah/ 2026-04-13T07:00:00.000Z From Slums to Social Worker - Norah's Compassion Story In Part 1 of this three-part series, meet Norah, a young girl from Uganda. While poverty brought her devastating hunger and heartbreak, hope was on the horizon. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/1CQXy9yggIeg799D8cuyOO/47780741195b7cd17be15c50f85b1d4c/Norah_Video_2_Thumbnail.webp https://www.youtube.com/embed/ncnM3Re1x1o 2026-04-13T00:00:00.000-07:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/scrooge-podcast/ 2026-02-24T08:00:00.000Z Scrooge: A Christmas Carol Podcast Official Trailer [OLD] Experience God’s profound power to transform even the hardest of hearts through a retelling of Charles Dickens’ classic “A Christmas Carol.” https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/3FkBelR50U8tyU6sGwyPY6/d6862c2dbacfc8c6c33b7cf3a3d0f9ef/3000x3000_HN_Scrooge-A-Christmas-Carol-Podcast-Art_no-starring.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/UR6mlbXgsJo 2026-02-24T00:00:00.000-08:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/move-benjamin-hastings/ 2026-03-30T07:00:00.000Z Benjamin Hastings - Move (Music Video) Listen to “Move” by Benjamin William Hastings, a song inspiring us to transform compassion into action. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/53MHtxl50Vgc0jU29KFPh5/7cd6f949b50875d6c46bd970c7ed559b/Web-image-resize-1-1024x683.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/r19wWEkU9Bk 2026-03-30T00:00:00.000-07:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/power-of-resilience-daisys-story/ 2026-04-13T07:00:00.000Z The Power of Resilience | Daisy's Story See how Daisy from the Philippines refused to let her circumstances define her, instead reaching for her dreams of becoming a teacher. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/3hEswUd9WojabPzWl7UTEZ/b45a49c525190967ac254a158a988e42/Daisys_Story_Thumbnail.webp https://www.youtube.com/embed/nWlO630Pxfs 2026-04-13T00:00:00.000-07:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/the-church-steps-up-for-hungry-families/ 2026-05-05T17:21:08.362Z The Church Steps Up for Hungry Families Compassion's church partners deliver hope and groceries to families struggling during the food crisis. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/7HWIzvL06LEZAElmqxC6Th/00dc906f98b1192ba43b8ff4690bf36e/2026-05-05_11-37-17.png https://www.youtube.com/embed/AO-U24CIOgU?si=nsnO5PbMLSxxG3w4 2026-05-05T17:21:08.362Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/fight-poverty-with-child-sponsorship/ 2026-02-10T08:00:00.000Z THIS is Changing Lives in the Dominican Republic | Ripple Effects (Full Documentary) Child sponsorship is one of the most effective ways to fight back against poverty, empowering children to overcome. Learn why here. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/5scBTOxwDNFrxLF4pdny5j/c453d1a4effc1141ba93a5fce6318135/RippleEffectsThumbnail.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/CV5zOrpitNA 2026-02-10T00:00:00.000-08:00 The Pathways to Confidence: From Poverty to Banking Success and Beyond Child sponsorship is one of the most effective ways to fight back against poverty, empowering children to overcome. Learn why here. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/1v29TjTMKrk6bJD9DTQsGH/e2beed2757b017cc5fbed823ef15823a/CC-HA-ThePathwaysToConfidence-01-2408.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/h-x6dq4tHUE 2026-02-10T00:00:00.000-08:00 Poverty Brings Bondage, but Jesus Brings Hope | When Hope Spreads Ep. 3 Child sponsorship is one of the most effective ways to fight back against poverty, empowering children to overcome. Learn why here. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/2fiJXIUKHrgp76Y6LFRyZu/17e46984c07f722b2d98b0e20ca58e3d/PowerinHopeThumbnail.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/oxnzikUDhaI 2026-02-10T00:00:00.000-08:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/this-is-how-grace-lives-without-limits/ 2026-04-13T07:00:00.000Z Growing Up in Rural Uganda With No Limbs (Grace's Story) Born without three of her limbs, Grace was once called a “curse.” But now, she knows she has a God-given purpose and lives without limits. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/5S6avxCzskfcyH7yljA6Iv/ab6fcdead0c9d192e057fed7e3ce0f4b/I_Thank_God_Thumbnail.webp https://www.youtube.com/embed/bVsPNorSN1M 2026-04-13T00:00:00.000-07:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/inspiring-stories-of-courage-and-bravery/ 2026-04-30T20:47:06.131Z How to Play Soccer Like a Girl - Compassion International Struggling with fear? Let these six true stories of courage and bravery from around the world inspire you to be strong and courageous today. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/1EJJMLCBextpDCP67YTWEX/9029e9db92cb8b0a8acd5f71677cdb80/Screenshot_2026-04-30_at_1.52.07%C3%A2__PM.png https://www.youtube.com/embed/PmDR4T7s7vU 2026-04-30T20:29:00.015Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/the-nativity-of-jesus/ 2026-04-30T17:20:07.509Z Kids Act Out the Christmas Story in Africa! The nativity of Jesus is a world-changing miracle. Learn about Jesus’ birth and what it means for you (plus, see the nativity story for yourself). https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/4vcJqzmEZG0yQ0dbn2SX1p/2c4ac5397c38034fe447406ecff57f42/CC-TG0946-Nativity-051-2506.jpg https://youtube.com/embed/CvIgu19kuzw 2026-04-09T15:20:20.465Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/ethiopian-coffee-ceremony-coffee-and-community/ 2026-03-16T07:00:00.000Z How to Make Ethiopian Coffee - Compassion International The Ethiopian coffee ceremony is a beautiful tradition, bringing families and communities together. Experience a coffee ceremony for yourself through photos from the field. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/34T82bwdRxF5pFN5dDD0aT/99257913617136f5da49ad37399ffa3e/Ethiopia_Coffee_Thumbnail.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/WTpfCEGvsiY 2026-03-16T00:00:00.000-07:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/when-hope-spreads-3-stories-of-transformation/ 2026-04-28T18:20:09.362Z Deciding Between Drugs, Gangs, and Jesus (When Hope Spreads Ep. 1) Poverty spreads a message of despair. The Church in the Dominican Republic spreads a different message — one of hope. Meet three inspiring Dominicans whose lives show the power of hope to transform entire communities. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/6V0CIA30bcxdXNjSnYTakH/e495d400451ba3d4b449cc148b0cdd55/2026-04-27_12-32-34.png https://www.youtube.com/embed/w53sh9NdslU 2026-04-28T18:20:09.362Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/watch-as-pro-athletes-help-spread-the-gospel/ 2025-04-10T06:00:00.000Z Pro Athletes Help Spread The Gospel | Outreach in Guatemala Watch pro athletes on a mission trip to Guatemala, sharing the gospel and bringing joy to children in poverty through sports! https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/3bx45EcMiZ4FBm6aFOM7Ha/15d175a9a97facd964092c91cbe62a9c/Athletes_Spread_the_Gospel.png https://www.youtube.com/embed/sUJTJhGaXaU 2025-04-10T00:00:00.000-06:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/fight-for-first/ 2026-02-23T08:00:00.000Z Pro Football Athletes Team Up with Compassion International to Fight for Child Survival Pro athletes are using their platforms to protect and care for moms and babies through Compassion’s The Fight for First campaign. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/1aFgThszMO59jOSkGzZKmN/7c76ac1b21a24f8929dc845107eba895/Screenshot_2026-02-24_at_12.41.51â__PM.png https://player.vimeo.com/video/833896856?h=c0b92598b7 2023-06-06 23:06:14 169 https://www.compassion.com/blog/top-5-reasons-these-kids-are-grateful/ 2026-04-10T07:00:00.000Z Thank you for all you do! - Compassion International These kids have an attitude of gratitude, even despite the difficult circumstances of poverty. Keep reading to see the reasons they’re thankful (some may surprise you!). https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/7fUvTOsl1fYAJM2VBKRoSz/40e12280f348227832bbaecc7279566d/Thank_You_Thumbnail.webp https://www.youtube.com/embed/Kvw2QZ8zeUc 2026-04-10T00:00:00.000-07:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/3-stories-that-show-the-importance-of-pastors/ 2026-04-13T07:00:00.000Z Our Haiti Home Collapsed During the Earthquake Pastors are invaluable to our work in releasing children from poverty in Jesus’ name. See their impact in action through these stories. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/2TFIh4TMTv8v71t8S7MMJm/dee751d0658a11c887567e0e4e7c6500/Haiti_Home_Collapsed_Thumbnail.webp https://www.youtube.com/embed/9WmvlXmvFwA 2026-04-13T00:00:00.000-07:00 Ricardo Escapes Death Through Impossible Healing Pastors are invaluable to our work in releasing children from poverty in Jesus’ name. See their impact in action through these stories. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/2OhXB43QzNstD56PCkK6qd/2dd787796797830b0134d2b9cd6222d6/Ricardo_Video_Thumbnail_1.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/IXHl5teHjLQ 2026-04-13T00:00:00.000-07:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/compassion-sunday-power-of-one/ 2026-04-20T21:48:31.718Z She Went From Hungry to Helping Others On Compassion Sunday, April 26, 2026, countless lives will be changed through child sponsorship. And it all begins with one simple, powerful yes from people like you — yes to offering love and care to children in need. See what one day, and one yes, can do. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/28ySrxMhu2H3QAi2e38HZS/2a6f7531b6b43af123bd2256f8bda205/Compassion_Sunday_Thumbnail_2026.jpg https://youtube.com/embed/t6Gd7i6T6q0?si=J-gvnDmJDKD9mg0D 2026-03-16T22:35:05.576Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/compassion-international-partners-with-echo/ 2026-04-20T21:42:51.123Z How Sustainable Farming Is Helping Communities Overcome Hunger Through a budding partnership, Compassion International and ECHO are spreading the love and hope of God — one seed at a time. Watch the video below to learn more about this budding partnership. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/2C1NQUBIyNAHw7QGD6Z7EV/e6143294d4e8cc9b74a8452f047daefb/YT_ECHO.jpg https://youtube.com/embed/wxAy_NeLuTM 2026-04-10T20:20:46.477Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/apert-syndrome-karunia/ 2026-04-10T07:00:00.000Z This Brave Young Girl Learned to View Her Disability as a Blessing in Disguise Karunia, a teen girl living in Indonesia with Apert syndrome is teaching those around her about acceptance amid difference. Watch and read her inspiring story. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/2Qx0Y8XjOjrIsPI0XkIhLT/25b4bbfb09fa8fecf02f2b4120f52593/Karunias_Story_Thumbnail.webp https://www.youtube.com/embed/ucM36yED4v0 2026-04-10T00:00:00.000-07:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/compassion-impact-2024/ 2026-04-07T07:00:00.000Z THIS is Changing Lives in the Dominican Republic | Ripple Effects (Full Documentary) In 2024, Compassion impacted the lives of 2.3 million children. But we didn’t do it alone. See the impact you helped us make this year. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/5oz0HLDQZ44BkfMs7qVMMT/1d07ab6d9496b885259fffa818a12456/RippleEffectsDocumentaryTrailerThumbnail_1.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/CV5zOrpitNA 2026-04-07T00:00:00.000-07:00 2024 Recap | Releasing Children From Poverty In Jesus' Name In 2024, Compassion impacted the lives of 2.3 million children. But we didn’t do it alone. See the impact you helped us make this year. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/43U2UQgJzKK6WQPcrIYR20/5ecfa57942b4bd15b430757ad2a99d39/2024_Impact_Video_Thumbnail.webp https://www.youtube.com/embed/u07y8IfUYiA 2026-04-07T00:00:00.000-07:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/introducing-compassion-causes/ 2026-04-06T07:00:00.000Z Introducing Compassion Causes: A New Way to Bring Hope Introducing Compassion Causes: A new fundraising platform empowering supporters and church partners to meet urgent needs faster and with greater impact. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/WPK5sPeqiGyQ6IBbKwbjY/9b523e4fe17ff22d503bcd17216cce68/Screenshot_2026-04-06_at_4.01.08â__PM.png https://www.youtube.com/embed/8i3fKTFfSFY 2026-04-06T00:00:00.000-07:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/what-the-bible-says-about-poverty/ 2026-04-07T22:56:32.393Z What Does the Bible Say About Children in Poverty? Did you know that the Bible speaks about those living in poverty? Learn more about what the Bible says in this guide. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/6kOTLEQxlIjTaotzoFo7F1/fdcfcf2b573509d6ad414ac82b4a73d8/What_Does_the_Bible_Say_About_Poverty.webp https://youtube.com/embed/_N8tTdpIgzc?si=9h42F5_xIRR95I5- 2025-07-16T19:45:19.927Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/effects-of-poverty-on-health-anielka/ 2026-04-02T16:49:51.537Z How Poverty Affects Children’s Health | One Girl’s Story Poverty affects all aspects of a child’s health. Here, we share the facts of poverty’s impact and what you can do to help. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/2HeZDEXEfY9OnpY0q2EGxB/67a2995a6ddaf0b891fee4a890eb75c1/Anielka-s_Story_Thumbnail.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/zK8ICtPUvJY 2026-04-02T16:49:51.537Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/scriptures-for-mental-health/ 2025-12-05T08:00:00.000Z From Uncertainty to Peace: How Sita Found Hope Underwater John 16:33 tells us that this world will bring us trouble. But we can overcome by holding onto God’s Word. These scriptures for mental health are a great starting point. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/1f6olNZI7CxpKNKSQiYOwN/17fe3dd9cc778669c32d1b58c0e5ded3/SitasStory.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/F5TQDBt8O6w 2025-12-05T00:00:00.000-08:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/what-to-pray-for/ 2026-03-31T16:26:55.257Z Prayer for Strength and Resilience | Daily Prayer Here, you’ll find 7 powerful prayers (with videos!) that are perfect for whatever your day brings. Plus, you’ll learn a bit about the importance of prayer and what Jesus has to say about it. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/7xyCMMl4ITSSTOQ33LkhtC/db1b6a3a110cbc30d33c5bc2379b0908/maxresdefault.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/NyFTcMRNsrc?si=59FkLD64FXPeOZJM 2026-03-31T14:41:58.654Z Prayer for Peace and Comfort | Daily Prayer Here, you’ll find 7 powerful prayers (with videos!) that are perfect for whatever your day brings. Plus, you’ll learn a bit about the importance of prayer and what Jesus has to say about it. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/3dhEOQ6QTpDNcPVPYsd4ja/81ca55151cdee5459e57525672820f0d/maxresdefault.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/H4vUDJqAil4?si=uoYSvKxmvrnvrKOu 2026-03-31T14:41:58.654Z Prayer for Family Stability | Daily Prayer Here, you’ll find 7 powerful prayers (with videos!) that are perfect for whatever your day brings. Plus, you’ll learn a bit about the importance of prayer and what Jesus has to say about it. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/3HhCEiMRGQanlIUifZlQFA/6d3a9246d74713f1344b2cc7d050ae12/maxresdefault.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/sPuutK3bqd0?si=b5kgfN2wXXa0e8uq 2026-03-31T14:41:58.654Z Prayer for Mental Health | Daily Prayer Here, you’ll find 7 powerful prayers (with videos!) that are perfect for whatever your day brings. Plus, you’ll learn a bit about the importance of prayer and what Jesus has to say about it. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/1RNM7qGa5DrYwihIfvv1ax/b4f77eb44003bdf52efba9759a3c7912/maxresdefault.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/R3QVRPzF0mM?si=ocAvLAsl23msk1fP 2026-03-31T14:41:58.654Z What to Pray For: 7 Powerful Prayers for Day-to-Day Life Here, you’ll find 7 powerful prayers (with videos!) that are perfect for whatever your day brings. Plus, you’ll learn a bit about the importance of prayer and what Jesus has to say about it. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/3kz6cwTROzejiOxCVZj7Ko/1d884d66527e7cf8f974a03bee84a03b/maxresdefault.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/O0cFxuf113Y?si=x84Ok8CmtvyvPUFy 2026-03-31T14:41:58.654Z What to Pray For: 7 Powerful Prayers for Day-to-Day Life Here, you’ll find 7 powerful prayers (with videos!) that are perfect for whatever your day brings. Plus, you’ll learn a bit about the importance of prayer and what Jesus has to say about it. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/5x9ANnXKBKVQJwadW7DA6Z/d4726c107c84c1dc0a6d5c5e5e4e617d/maxresdefault.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/7fqFamOIDBc?si=0T4lKWyxqgBkjFbN 2026-03-31T14:41:58.654Z What to Pray For: 7 Powerful Prayers for Day-to-Day Life Here, you’ll find 7 powerful prayers (with videos!) that are perfect for whatever your day brings. Plus, you’ll learn a bit about the importance of prayer and what Jesus has to say about it. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/6daBZm4cVofVoqX22lR8nR/4331f8f6c88db64f925f46a7a83b764d/maxresdefault.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/PRFej0uLBQQ?si=gPQ7Es3Utz3DU4xj 2026-03-31T14:41:58.654Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/pathways-to-confidence-johns-journey-to-purpose/ 2026-02-27T08:00:00.000Z The Pathways to Confidence: From Poverty to Banking Success and Beyond In a world where poverty often dictates one’s destiny, John’s story is a testament to the power of hope, resilience and giving back. Watch his journey from struggle to success in this powerful short film. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/7MrtPXJz2J0o7sqqySb5ry/a4175a61eebb498f4c728e0db0010a77/CC-HA-ThePathwaysToConfidence-04-2408.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/h-x6dq4tHUE 2026-02-27T00:00:00.000-08:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/is-compassion-international-trustworthy/ 2026-01-16T08:00:00.000Z 2025 End of Year Video | Compassion International Compassion International is known as a trustworthy Christian ministry, working to release children from poverty in Jesus’ name. Learn more about our stewardship here. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/4kTSmKPW85YcQBG4w7z9yE/8cd9199d0a19b2915d88130b9104c22a/2025ImpactReportThumbnail.jpg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vg7jUTT4JIg 2026-01-16T00:00:00.000-08:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/ripple-effects-of-compassion/ 2026-03-23T20:02:34.556Z Ripple Effects in the Dominican Republic (Official Trailer) Preview the upcoming "Ripple Effects" video series and witness how God is transforming lives in the Dominican Republic. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/77PZ2MErbY22VAMgR5jPKc/c13a5fc0bb1fb1df4fdffec2a87bd1cb/RippleEffectsDocumentaryTrailerThumbnail.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/64F2xby8RPU 2025-11-03T17:59:25.981Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/ripple-effects-documentary/ 2025-06-17T07:00:00.000Z This Is Changing Lives in the Dominican Republic This documentary reveals something much more powerful than poverty in the Dominican Republic: Christ’s ability to restore children, communities and the world. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/1W7f3NzFp0DXqdYTbVP6Mc/1fd538773cda535471a69e548882cc9e/Ripple_Effects_Documentary_Video_Thumbnail.jpg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CV5zOrpitNA 2025-06-17T00:00:00.000-07:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/church-partner-selection-process/ 2026-03-19T18:15:48.353Z Ricardo Escapes Death Through Impossible Healing Learn how Compassion chooses the churches to partner with to release children from poverty in Jesus’ name. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/2KMgWa7bnnX1U1IKoNG0ka/7eb81f1db66f9893557b3e5e5a461659/Ricardos_Story_Thumbnail.jpg https://youtube.com/embed/IXHl5teHjLQ 2026-03-19T16:54:09.191Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/an-advocate-for-others/ 2026-03-18T19:51:06.800Z From Pain to Purpose: Justine's Journey of Forgiveness and Advocacy For Justine, child sponsorship brought a journey of forgiveness and healing that’s now benefitting a whole generation. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/3TIu1Ytrf5Rovsu7NgOfRn/73612acc480f4d8899e1f564685280b7/Justines_Story_Thumbnail.jpg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j5GsHi5t8oM 2026-03-18T19:51:06.800Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/christian-leadership-podcasts/ 2026-03-17T19:06:22.155Z The Hardest Part of Leadership No One Talks About | Compassion International CEO Jimmy Mellado As a Christian leader, you need tools that equip you with biblical truth to help you lead with faith and purpose. These leadership podcasts will do just that, helping you guide others with conviction as you walk closely with Christ. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/4n4I34Y0DTEP8R34S6zSyu/38ca78713aa00a2a8250d5afe25350a2/Screenshot_2026-01-21_at_10.48.44â__AM.png https://youtube.com/embed/FD4n-L0jVWg?si=ubR0JsfOrrOUb7FU 2026-01-26T20:00:17.848Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/bible-verses-about-healing/ 2025-12-08T08:00:00.000Z Ricardo Escapes Death Through Impossible Healing Going through a difficult time of healing? God is with you. These Bible verses about healing prove it. Read these verses and be filled with hope today. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/68Z3REMaRSWLV5hhOdLSNK/209582fe9241d250a6748f61010c446e/Ricardo_Video_Thumbnail_1.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/IXHl5teHjLQ 2025-12-08T00:00:00.000-08:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/matthew-25-40-meaning/ 2026-03-04T18:42:21.784Z Matthew 25:40 Meaning | Serving Others Is Serving Jesus God’s Word tells us in Matthew 25:40 that whatever we do for others, we do for Jesus. But what does Matthew 25:40 mean? Dive deeper with Compassion. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/4F7Ub238teVckxrmiHprwI/96ce5acc6e82d7243ca49baad9a1077b/CC-TZ0146-ProjectDay-58-2502.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/Z_VrS-CAipQ 2026-03-04T18:42:21.784Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/planting-seeds-of-hope-frizky/ 2026-02-23T08:00:00.000Z God is moving in Indonesia | Frizky's Story Frizky, a 24-year-old Compassion alumnus, grew hope from the soil of challenge and disappointment, changing his Indonesian community. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/zZSqnvzfHCOsSULczRwjt/a1d49b705e4726d69a41be538340940c/FrizkyThumbnail.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/U_qMzFN__8M 2026-02-23T00:00:00.000-08:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/famous-quotes-about-poverty/ 2025-06-13T07:00:00.000Z Powerful Quotes About Poverty Millions of children around the world live in extreme poverty. But you can do something about it. These powerful and famous quotes about poverty from leaders, ministers and those dedicated to delivering hope to the hopeless will inspire you to take action. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/10DIZExBbofKGY8VnXIMk3/d35b923ebe99fb1c64524f8074a7f208/quotes-about-poverty-blog-thumbnail.png https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vx4A9LKv4J8 2025-06-13T00:00:00.000-07:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/famous-quotes-about-children/ 2025-05-09T07:00:00.000Z Inspiring Quotes About Children Each one of us has experienced the joy children bring to our lives. They’re compassionate, courageous, curious and kind! We owe it to these little ones to protect them and empower them to be all God has called them to be. Let these quotes about children inspire you to do just that. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/3mnlRxjmKPmkZ9R0U71hOc/f998754bdbca57fad78875bbfccccee1/CC-UGSocial-05-2303.jpg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=slo8sIbL_Lw 2025-05-09T00:00:00.000-07:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/two-brothers-built-a-cacao-business/ 2026-02-09T23:38:18.095Z A Family's Chocolate Legacy in Ecuador Alex and David, two Compassion alumni from Ecuador, courageously pursued their dream of building a thriving chocolate factory. And their hard work is setting them free from poverty. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/3OwtxADTkB7ixpa9EIfsl2/c2dd2a893948f87185687febaf66f6a9/CC-EC0591-TheChocolateFactory-16-2511.jpg https://youtube.com/embed/kxnqZjZDxR4?si=owt47YaWpIozT5BN 2026-02-09T23:38:18.095Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/2025-impact-report/ 2026-01-23T08:00:00.000Z 2025 End of Year Video | Compassion International Last year, Compassion shared the light and hope of Christ with millions of children living in poverty. See the incredible impact supporters like you helped us make in 2025. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/2WPTTwdSZVAPje89dB5rRn/c8d2994eae09b53ac575e0f26adcbd0a/2025ImpactReportThumbnail.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/vg7jUTT4JIg 2026-01-23T00:00:00.000-08:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/peace-in-chronic-illness/ 2025-05-12T07:00:00.000Z Wendy and Her Mother Gain Peace in Chronic Illness When Wendy received a devastating type 1 diabetes diagnosis, the Compassion center’s constant support reminded her and her mother of God’s loving care. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/2tXWLNBwVf4x49a2nhRkPz/9537d9f81039934ad386ad3d0250bfb2/Wendy_and_Her_Mother_Gain_Peace_in_Chronic_Illness_Video_Thumbnail.jpg https://player.vimeo.com/video/1003253942?h=d9001e43af&badge=0&autopause=0&player_id=0&app_id=58479 2025-05-12T00:00:00.000-07:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/the-power-of-words/ 2025-12-15T16:04:31.921Z Unbelievable Journey of One Letter When You Sponsor A Child Words have the power to shape lives. Even a single phrase can bring hope to someone in need. However, words can also destroy. Learn the Biblical power of words and what your words can do for the child you sponsor. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/5sXZXCqwS5t4ZnP6kykKG5/b0fc762be218f40d069b3ca1233d5626/power-of-words-video-still.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/vvgOAyszhKs 2025-10-03T19:00:19.040Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/compassion-cares-for-moms-and-babies/ 2025-12-09T19:23:06.877Z Helping Mothers and Infants in Honduras | Survival Program Mothers and babies living in poverty are at serious risk. Many will suffer from preventable diseases or even lose their lives due to a lack of necessities like medical care and nutritious food. But Compassion is stepping up to care for the most vulnerable, supporting them through the local church. Here’s how. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/7JQG9h3xOSWd4uIzbjWaAy/a0bff0db8e24b7ba8c93ad73f088866b/Survival_Thumbnail.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/8aKXCGksAiw 2025-12-09T19:23:06.877Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/sponsor-versary/ 2024-09-04T08:00:00.000Z Happy Sponsorversary_New Thank you for partnering with us to release children from poverty in Jesus’ name! https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/3QPkLW2ye88W1yv1FENrjM/b88a84b9616f1c401e2db3c665680f3c/happy-sponsor-thumbnail.jpg https://player.vimeo.com/video/952458543?h=a022915380&badge=0&autopause=0&player_id=0&app_id=58479 2024-05-31 16:14:48 53 https://www.compassion.com/blog/when-hope-grows-emmanuels-story/ 2025-10-27T19:16:14.093Z When Hope Grows: A Welder Inspires His Students Growing up in poverty in Tanzania, it was hard for Emmanuel to attend school or have enough food. But when he was enrolled at the local Compassion center, everything changed. Watch this powerful video to see how the local church and the love of Christ rewrote Emmanuel’s story. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/6jFWvBw5YSOI1tecNMHkKL/3e8202f01a7cfe199a546448e57fd504/Emmanuels_Story_Video_Thumbnail.jpg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pj6kV2BCLi4&t=1s 2025-08-12T17:00:06.186Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/genocide-orphans-become-inspiring-leaders/ 2025-05-05T07:00:00.000Z How Genocide Orphans Became Inspiring Leaders in Rwanda Orphaned during the genocide, Emma found hope through Christ, forgave his family’s killers and now leads a national ministry helping kids in poverty. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/2NfaQCg0DSWFz95imkCiV1/36ef115cbc45e0a89a77621f503e7f43/How_Genocide_Orphans_Became_Inspiring_Leaders_in_Rwanda_Video_Thumbnail.jpg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RfKvxCSwiLQ 2025-05-05T00:00:00.000-07:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/world-food-day/ 2025-10-18T03:41:33.099Z Frontlines of the Global Food Crisis - Uganda, East Africa World Food Day raises awareness about global hunger and the commitment to ending hunger around the world. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/7vUH7e7QvTJNph3HJ8icOn/77b6e641178aeaaafca0bb29a2acdabb/world-food-day.gif https://youtube.com/embed/372siPWQ_uw?si=MqTjEQM1hTXJh1D3 2025-10-03T17:16:44.752Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/sponsor-inspired-leidy-to-spread-hope/ 2025-10-17T21:46:38.717Z Becoming A Nurse In Jesus' Name She grew up caring for her ill parents. Now, with inspiration from the doctor who sponsors her, Leidy is pursuing her dream of becoming a nurse. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/64dtp2scg12g7zGPWIEvaN/aa2a8bfbf2c16285885fbe74b20e7210/Leidy_YT_Video_Thumbail.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/Jft8NbrrJ3o 2025-10-07T15:16:14.599Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/inspiring-kenyan-rescues-pregnant-girls/ 2025-10-16T13:55:18.469Z Poverty Brings Bondage, but Jesus Brings Hope | When Hope Spreads Ep. 3 As a child living in extreme poverty, Maureen came to believe that her family would be better off dead. But when a new message entered her life — one of love and hope for a better future — she held tightly to it. See Maureen’s remarkable journey from a desperate child in Kenya to the director of a nonprofit that serves girls in crisis. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/7KSRxsSsfAL9vDwUxKWF4w/9ddb96f4bb2df286f1490467cbd82d84/Kenyan-Rescues-Video.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/oxnzikUDhaI 2025-10-15T14:16:05.860Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/when-water-flows/ 2025-08-13T19:56:35.987Z When the Water Flows, So Does the Joy A borehole project at a Compassion center in Tanzania gave sponsored children fresh drinking water, proper hygiene and flushing toilets — helping protect their health and dignity. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/H0dPbCgdAwtXUtIEu4N4z/005d37bdc2563ff3f3bc3b94b35ef118/Clean_Water_Thumbnail.jpeg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vt95zEFbAPM 2025-08-12T19:49:30.783Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/adoptive-mother-models-true-love/ 2025-07-01T06:00:00.000Z Her Adoptive Mother Modeled True Love Watch a Compassion graduate's powerful story of the redemptive love of her adoptive mother and support of her local church. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/2afkEGRtT1lQXL6eQ1suL0/a0f7ce4f78dbdf6e83ba349812c35dd4/Her_Adoptive_Mother_Modeled_Love_Thumbnail.jpeg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zRh3q-vXhLU 2025-07-01T00:00:00.000-06:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/escaping-death-through-incredible-healing/ 2025-07-09T20:47:24.452Z Escaping Death Through Incredible Healing In this emotional video, a teen finds the strength to recover with the support of his family, church, Compassion center and God. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/5QaTKubqUOiz3CjB4RX0O6/78a510bcdbb26b18cf11530b6db0398b/Ricardo_Video_Thumbnail.jpg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IXHl5teHjLQ 2025-07-09T20:44:30.062Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/the-cow-that-helped-lead-a-boy-to-jesus/ 2025-06-05T07:00:00.000Z The Cow That Helped Lead a Boy to Jesus Davis could barely think beyond his gnawing stomach before a church, a sponsor and a cow helped him dream about his future — and see Christ in all of it. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/1aRgg64xLcY2XWyiclN9jJ/32428a456f68e3245b181445ca1a7c46/WC_Feature_Davis_012.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/MefbtzvJs40?si=k4GgKk1Oj7k66XSx 2025-06-05T00:00:00.000-07:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/from-shattered-to-whole/ 2025-06-16T07:00:00.000Z From Shattered to Whole: Alice’s Transformation Jesus turns broken beginnings into restored endings. No one knows this better than Alice. Once silenced and shattered by poverty, she’s now healthy, strong, confident and whole. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/6wFXO6Un0bT8cKmCtbgxvU/42bfd56084f6e69c887e35f28899a2cd/from_shattered_to_whole_thumbnail.png https://youtu.be/6PDUfbV7qrE 2025-06-16T00:00:00.000-07:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/choosing-jesus-over-drugs-and-gangs/ 2025-06-18T07:00:00.000Z Choosing Jesus Over Drugs and Gangs Dr. José Frank’s life shows how every connection that children make through Compassion’s program can create a powerful ripple effect. Watch as Dr. Frank shares his remarkable story with journalist Kelly Wright. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/7Ag5RZAF5Q2XEPWVtzljKk/6b14d15bd63c655fa9cb4e1b83b8d50f/choosingThumbnail.jpg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PHroRHzwdcY 2025-06-18T00:00:00.000-07:00 https://www.compassion.com/blog/okas-resilient-faith/ 2025-06-26T21:06:31.393Z When Hope Remains: Oka’s Resilient Faith Growing up a Christian in Indonesia, Oka felt hopeless. His family was rejected by the community and couldn’t afford education. But the support of his local church and Compassion center changed Oka’s life. Watch this video to hear from Oka about his journey toward hope. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/7DiOw1rkgwiskH2ICfHmWp/1127403a23654aa832021aec294ed7b0/Okas_Faith_Video_Thumbnail.jpg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KWcfHPMnMhQ 2025-06-26T19:17:15.144Z https://www.compassion.com/blog/churches-empowering-children-with-disabilities/ 2025-06-24T22:10:51.383Z 3 Churches Empowering Children With Disabilities See how some of our amazing church partners around the world care for the unique needs of every child, including those with disabilities. https://images.ctfassets.net/v1fsq8y1pr0o/1mjrgdUEB6HYJHuWWRL15b/326826794d787c176ed7c22c6d4baa9c/6_year_old_translator_video_thumbail.jpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/7unraqZUUlI?si=4o8CfT_gOqs6FhST 2025-06-23T18:39:05.893Z