Fathers in poverty: Fighting for their families in big and small ways

If the life of a father had a soundtrack, “Somebody’s Watching Me” would be on it. The life of a father is an observed life. Little eyes watch and remember the things you do — big or small. You get a laugh at the cute ways your everyday habits are mimicked. Or you chuckle at […]

Inspiring inclusion: Five Bolivian mothers challenge norms

In the face of hardship, discrimination and poverty, five fearless Bolivian women are defying conventions and challenging stereotypes by thriving in unexpected occupations for women — a bricklayer, a taxi driver, a mine guard, a carpenter and a brickmaker. This Mother’s Day, we want to champion these mothers and all the women they represent who […]

Who is my neighbour? Meet Gabriella.

“Who is my neighbour?” Jesus was asked this question in a provocative conversation about living out the Great Commandment—to love God and love your neighbour (Luke 10:27). To answer, Jesus paints a vivid picture through a simple story. The parable of the Good Samaritan is beloved because it brings the Great Commandment to life, essentially […]

Transformed futures: The impact of Compassion’s youth development program

Holistic child development is Compassion’s “buzzword.” It hums through our organization at every level, bringing our mission to life. We get excited about it. Why? Because it is so effective! Holistic child development is our distinctive approach to ending child poverty because it creates whole-life transformation. Every age and stage is accounted for—from womb to […]

6 entrepreneurs that inspire us

When you think of entrepreneurs, what comes to mind? Perhaps someone with a lot of passion? Someone with great ideas? Someone with a strong work ethic? By all accounts, these are very accurate. What comes to mind first for us is someone who creates opportunities. This is the pivotal connection between entrepreneurship and poverty. Creating […]

Recycled bottles turn to revenue through jewelry making workshops in Colombia

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 […]

Wonderfully made: Meet 3 incredible Compassion kids with Down syndrome

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 […]

The 3 most unpopular Gifts of Compassion

Sometimes, the lack of understanding of their power and impact causes these amazing gifts to fly under the radar. So today, we wanted to share some of our most unpopular, ungifted gifts and give you the inside scoop on how amazing they really are. 

Holy vulnerability: A baby King and an upside-down Kingdom

It’s rowdy.  There’s a rhythmic clopping from heavy hooves. The dust kicks up to kiss the dry air. In and out— there’s heavy breathing from an exhausted, overwhelmed girl. The sound of villagers rushing up and down the streets crescendos into the heat of the day. Doors slam, bellowing voices shout, “No room!” It’s unassuming. […]