Compassion staff at El Sembrador (HO-300) helped 10-year-old Jorge Valdez get the medicine needed to control his severe migraines. Today he is a star on the project's soccer team with big plans for the future.
Compassion-run summer camps teach Rwandan teens a range of vocational skills, which they put to immediate use building homes for the poor. They also spend time in Bible study, prayer and learning more about their country.
A Compassion-sponsored child from the age of eight, Blanca Tucubal is graduating this year from the Leadership Development Program in Guatemala. Described as a "brilliant leader," Blanca plans to establish a secondary school in the small community where she currently serves as principal of the elementary school.
In 1997, Compassion initiated "It Works," a pilot project to document the progress of Compassion children. We visited many kids and gathered overviews of their current situations. Then we returned several years later to follow up. Here are some of the photos and stories — both then and now:
The people of Uganda treasure their heritage and have distinct cultures and traditions. If you are planning to journey to this fascinating destination, keep these tips in mind:
