Have you ever looked inside your recycling bin and thought: “These boxes and bottles could help support my family”? Most people haven’t. And neither did Patricia. In fact, recycling had never been important to her. At home, Patricia threw the recyclable materials and garbage in the same place without a second thought. She never thought that one day, the empty bottles she threw away would become a life-changing business opportunity for her and her family. Blessing families with opportunity Patricia and her young family live in Cartagena, a port city on Colombia’s Caribbean coast. Though it’s kn ..read more

Time. Doesn’t it seem like it can pass without notice these days—doom scrolled away? We all know that time is precious—it collects into moments of impact, for better or worse. Moments that matter. This year’s theme for National Volunteer Week reminds us that every moment matters. Volunteering is one of the most powerful ways to live that out. Each day, in every corner of the world, volunteers use their time to make a positive impact in their communities. Your impact by the numbers Just take a look at the incredible impact Compassion volunteers in Canada made in 2023! 300 volunteers helped at ..read more

“We have a Biblical mandate to care for God’s creation. Children are part of that creation.”   Andrew Leake  In your mind’s eye, imagine a blank sheet of paper.   In the centre, you sketch a child. You now begin to fill in the surrounding space to complete the picture. What fills that blank space? Perhaps you draw a yellow sun, fill the top of the page with a blue sky, or add a big green tree spreading out by a school, church or home. Maybe you even add some grass underfoot, or a flower or two.      You may not realize this, but whatever you fille ..read more

Children in Port-au-Prince are falling asleep to the sound of gunfire, waking to the news of closed schools and trying to ignore the pain of hunger as crisis unfolds around them. In this blog, learn more about what is happening in Haiti, how it is impacting children and how Compassion is responding to the needs of children in crisis. What is happening in Haiti? What led to this crisis? How is this crisis impacting children? How are Compassion’s church partners responding? How can I help children in Haiti? What is happening in Haiti? Today, almost 100 gangs are fighting for territory in Port-au ..read more

If you could write a final letter to your loved ones, what would you write? Of all the things you’ve accomplished throughout your life and the person you’ve become, what would you want your loved ones to remember? For Gail of Sooke, B.C., the answer came easily. She beautifully wrote about her life’s message—unwavering faith and deep trust in the Lord, even in uncertainty and pain. A zest for life and a love for Jesus Gail from Sooke, B.C., was a dedicated supporter of Compassion for 31 years. She leaves behind a legacy of love for her family, loved ones and sponsored children. As an element ..read more

Easter is arguably the most reflective time of the year. People across the world prepare their hearts to approach a weekend that commemorates the most impactful events in all human history: the death and resurrection of Jesus. These events are incredibly precious and personal to believers, but they are also profoundly bigger than us. They sparked a movement that is still going on in the world today—an impact we are called to be a part of. Explore this impact with us through a series of Easter journal prompts, drawn from our new 3-day devotional on YouVersion, Real Impact: Perspectives From the ..read more

Around the world, kids with Down syndrome face immense challenges: They are denied a quality education, good health care, the chance to work and earn their own money and the right to make decisions about their own lives (WDSD). Compassion is committed to releasing all children from poverty in Jesus’ name—regardless of their challenges and differences. Each child is treated with dignity and is recognized as a precious child of God. They are given access to education, health care, connection and more. Today, we want to introduce you to 3 incredible kids with Down syndrome: Melany, Jimi and Ani ..read more

Parenting is full of deep joys. That first gummy smile. Those first wobbly steps. That very first bike ride. But one of the greatest delights as a Christ-following parent is discipling our kids in the way of Jesus— raising faith-filled and compassionate kids. From reading familiar Bible stories at bedtime and doing fun character-building activities to praying together around the table—these are the precious moments that will shape our children as they grow in Jesus. Growing in compassion is a vital part of our children’s discipleship journey. We see this displayed in Colossians 3:12: “Therefo ..read more

In the face of hardship, discrimination and poverty, five fearless Bolivian women are defying conventions and challenging stereotypes by thriving in unexpected occupations for females—a bricklayer, a taxi driver, a mine guard, a carpenter and a brickmaker. This International Women’s Day, we want to champion these women and all the women they represent who are working hard to make new paths for their children. Many mothers of children in Compassion’s program face immense obstacles and urgently need to work to provide for their families. These women are challenging the norms in Bolivia’s workfor ..read more

There’s no doubt that a child’s first birthday is an occasion to celebrate. Special gatherings are arranged, babies are dressed in their cutest outfits, and sometimes there’s even a cake (to eat or smash). It’s a joyful milestone moment for every child and those who love them. For babies living in poverty, a child’s first birthday is a milestone also accompanied by a profound sense of relief. This is because every baby, no matter where they are in the world, is most vulnerable in their first year of life. For under-resourced families, this means navigating many challenges to reach that first b ..read more