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Compassion International - 1980s

1980 Compassion moves its headquarters to Colorado Springs, Colorado. In December, Compassion introduces the Non-Formal Education (NFE) program. NFE includes educational activities and training outside of formal school to help children help themselves.

1983 Hunger/Health funds are established to supplement and assist other Compassion programs in providing nutrition and health-related activities.

1984 The Compassion Fund is introduced to provide extraordinary medical and education assistance to Compassion-sponsored children. Compassion sets up the Unsponsored Children's Fund to help provide support to newly registered children waiting for a sponsor.

1986 Tear Fund New Zealand becomes a cooperating country partner with Compassion.