Compassion International

Compassion International is a Christian child sponsorship and humanitarian aid organization founded in 1952 by Reverend Everett Swanson. Headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado, it operates in 27 countries across four continents, focusing on holistic child development rooted in Christian principles. The organization aims to address child poverty through various programs that promote spiritual, physical, economic, and social growth. The primary service offered is child sponsorship, which connects donors with children in need, providing access to education, healthcare, and mentorship. Compassion International also runs survival programs to support mothers and infants, disaster relief initiatives for emergencies, and educational projects to help break the cycle of generational poverty. With a commitment to transforming children into responsible adults, the organization has reported significant improvements in the lives of sponsored children, as confirmed by research studies.