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.