2019 Nobel Prize: How Research Is Key to Ending Global Poverty
The recipients of the 2019 Nobel Prize in economics are advancing the need for research on what works and what doesn’t in poverty alleviation: something Compassion is actively practicing!
Compassion-Sponsored Teen Named Top Student in the Philippines
After a yearlong, nationwide search, the Philippines Government awarded a Compassion-sponsored teenager the title of “Most Excellent Child in the Philippines.” Meet Jay Mark, the prizewinner!
Report: Hunger Is on the Rise Around the World
According to a new report, the number of people around the world who are hungry is growing.
Photos That Humanize a Humanitarian Crisis
When reading the news — especially news about large, complex issues — it is easy to begin viewing them as abstract. The human element blurs. We pray God will use these pictures of children, moms and dads, who live in some of the most dangerous places on earth, to awaken prayer and compassion in us for our global brothers and sisters facing crisis in Central America.
Thai Cave Rescue: Life Is Bright One Year Later
One year ago, the world was riveted by the rescue story of the Wild Boars soccer team which was trapped in Tham Luang Nang Non cave in Chiang Rai, Thailand. Twelve months later, Compassion-sponsored teen Adun, who played a role in the rescue, shares how life has changed for him.
25 Years After Genocide in Rwanda: 3 Astonishing Stories of Forgiveness
It’s been 25 years since the genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda. How does a country move forward from such trauma? Though the cruelty and pain of this tragic event are unimaginable, the Rwanda of today is unrecognizable from the horror of ’94. Read the moving stories of three Compassion alumni choosing radical forgiveness instead of hate.
Venezuela Economic Crisis: How “The Poor” Are the Rescuers
Thousands of Venezuelans have poured into Cúcuta, Colombia, fleeing socioeconomic and political crisis. And it’s the poor communities of this city giving vital help. Read the inspiring stories of these rescuers, providing hope and compassion despite their own deep poverty.
Learn from President Bush How to Make an Impact on a Child’s Life
You don’t have to be a world leader to have a big impact on a child’s life. Hear the touching relationship between a young boy in the Philippines and President George HW Bush.
Thank You for Loving and Protecting 2 Million Children
There are now 2 MILLION children being loved and protected in over 7,000 local churches in 25 countries around the world! And it’s all because of YOU!
Thailand Cave Rescue: Adun and His Church Gather to Praise God
Adun shares how he prayed and clung to his faith during the two weeks of being trapped in the flooded cave system at a special service last Sunday at the Compassion partner church he attends.
Thailand Cave Rescue: Parents of Rescued Compassion-Sponsored Student Say “Thank You”
The 12-boy soccer team and their coach that were rescued from the flooded cave in Thailand have headed home from the hospital! Learn more about Compassion-sponsored student Adun and hear from his parents as we continue to pray for their recovery.
Sponsored Children Cheer on Their Favorite Teams in the World Cup
Soccer has the power to change lives. That’s one of the many reasons why the children you sponsor are all getting so excited for the World Cup!
