Sponsor a Child in Africa

Poverty devastates hundreds of millions of people in Africa, with nearly one-third of its 54 countries counted among the world's poorest. But you can make a difference!

By sponsoring a child in Africa through Compassion International, you can help release a child from poverty in Jesus’ name.

Child sponsorship is one of the most powerful ways you can help fight poverty in Africa. Sponsorship improves a child's access to clean water, food, medical care and education. Most importantly, your sponsorship delivers the hope of the gospel, which changes everything.

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Please call us at 800-336-7676, Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. MT, to speak with a Compassion representative.

Benefits of Sponsoring a Child in Africa

Compassion's sponsorship program addresses the spiritual, physical, mental and emotional needs of a child. So when you sponsor a child in Africa, you empower them to grow and develop into a healthy, thriving adult.

Your support empowers a local church to care for the child, creating a sense of belonging and encouraging the child to dream big and strive for a better future.

With a monthly sponsorship of just $43, you can provide a child with the following critical support:

An introduction to the love of God: Our local church partners faithfully model Christ’s love and share the gospel, giving children the opportunity to know Christ as their Savior, hope and anchor in the midst of their difficult circumstances.
Malnutrition monitoring and intervention: Children living in poverty often lack access to nutritious food, leading to malnutrition and severe health issues. We identify and address malnutrition early on, ensuring that children receive the nutrients they need for healthy growth and development.
Medical care and regular checkups: Children in poverty face various health challenges because of their inadequate living conditions, limited access to medical care and exposure to unsanitary environments. Your support provides regular checkups, addressing immediate health issues, preventing the spread of diseases and promoting overall well-being.
Individual mentoring and love: Children living in poverty often face social and emotional challenges because of their difficult circumstances and limited support systems. But local church staff members know and love each child. This supportive community provides them with positive role models, emotional support and guidance, which can help build their self-esteem, resilience and social skills.
Education assistance and skills training: Access to quality education is key to breaking the cycle of poverty. Educational assistance, such as school supplies, tuition support and scholarships, ensures that children can acquire knowledge and skills that empower them to improve their circumstances in the long term.
Encouraging words and support from you, their sponsor: Children in poverty often face discouragement and hopelessness. Encouraging words and support from you can significantly boost their self-esteem and motivation.

By offering these resources and support, sponsorship empowers children to overcome challenges, break the chains of poverty and develop into their God-given potential.

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Why Sponsor a Child in Africa With Compassion?

There are many child sponsorship organizations out there working to support children living in poverty. Why choose Compassion? Our sponsorship program is a bit different, as it’s Christ-centered, church-driven and child-focused.

Christ-centered: Children need the hope of the gospel for true transformation. So we share Jesus with every single child in a way they can understand
Church-driven: The local church already established in each child’s community knows their needs best. We work only in partnership with these churches.
Child-focused: We address the individual needs of each child, ensuring they have what they need to be healthy in mind, body and soul. No two children are alike, so our church partners tailor support to their unique needs.

This approach addresses immediate needs and equips children with the tools and resources they need for long-term success and transformation.

Through child sponsorship, you have the incredible opportunity to offer powerful encouragement, love and support as the child journeys out of poverty

FAQs About Sponsoring a Child in Africa

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Living in poverty has a profound effect on children. Poverty can stunt physical growth and development and can even shorten a child’s lifespan by making them vulnerable to chronic health conditions and diseases.

It can hinder a child’s social and emotional development, and it can also impair healthy parenting practices — and increase violence because of the stress caused by a lack of food or other vital resources.

How does poverty affect children's education in Africa?

Poverty and education are tied together. Poverty hinders many children in Africa from getting quality educations. Many children are forced to leave school to work and support their families. Traditional gender roles often require young girls to drop out of school to collect water or care for siblings.

These pressures are large barriers that prevent children from accessing and completing the education that would empower them to break free from poverty.

How does poverty affect access to health care in Africa?

$43/month will provide your sponsored child with

Malnutrition monitoring and intervention.

Medical care and regular checkups.

Individual mentorship and love.

Education assistance and skills training.

Encouraging words and support from you, their sponsor.

An introduction to the love of God.

Together, We’re Making an Impact in Africa:

Compassion is making a powerful impact in Africa. Through your contribution to sponsor a child in Africa, you play a pivotal role in this mission, turning the tide on poverty and transforming lives, one child at a time.

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Children in the Compassion program are up to 40% more likely to finish secondary education.

80%

Children in the Compassion program are 80% more likely to graduate from college.

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Children in the Compassion program are up to 75% more likely to become leaders in their communities.

Your contributions are stewarded wisely to help children around the world

We're committed to the highest standards of financial integrity and accountability, only using money for the purpose it was raised, regularly performing audits to ensure our programs are well managed and funds are properly disbursed and applied and balancing low administrative and fundraising costs with high-quality programs.

How Sponsor a Child Funds Are Used - Compassion International

81.7%

of total expenses were for program development and delivery

11%

of total expenses went to fundraising to further advance the mission

7.3%

of total expenses went to administration to reach even more children

We exceed governance benchmarks

Earned for trustworthiness in the marketplace

We are accredited for upholding integrity

Help Us Release a Child Living in Africa From Poverty in Jesus’ Name

By sponsoring a child in Africa, you're making a significant difference in a child's life and joining the fight against poverty.

We believe every child deserves a chance for a better future, and together we can help make that future a reality. Be a source of hope in a child’s life today!