Resources for Current Child Sponsors

As a child sponsor, you’re helping release children from poverty in Jesus’ name. On behalf of every child and family your generosity will impact, thank you! 

Here you'll find everything you need as a sponsor to learn, grow and stay connected. These resources are here to support you throughout your sponsorship journey. 

1, 2, 3: Your First Steps as a Sponsor 

New to sponsorship or looking for tools to help you connect with the child you sponsor? 
These three simple steps will help you build a meaningful and impactful connection. 

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Step 1

My Account

The most useful tool in your sponsor toolbox! Manage your account and giving details, read and print your letters and photos and explore templates to make letter writing easy and fun. 

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Step 2

Download MyCompassion

The MyCompassion app is your passport to your sponsored child’s world. Write letters on the go, get prayer requests and updates in real time and see the difference you’re making, all in one place. 

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Step 3

Write a Letter

Your letters are life-changing reminders of God’s love and hope. Get helpful letter-writing prompts, ideas, tips, FAQs and reasons to write the child you sponsor.  

Ways to Donate to Children in Need

Bring extra joy to the child you sponsor or bless other children around the world through gifts that meet real needs and transform lives. 

More Ways to Get Involved

Looking to go deeper with Compassion’s ministry? Discover meaningful opportunities to live out your faith, connect with others and help change children’s lives. 

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Field Experiences

Explore the world with Compassion. Join an organized sponsor tour or arrange a personal visit with the child you sponsor. 

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Volunteer

Compassion’s volunteers are changing the world by giving their time and talents. Volunteer at a concert, at Compassion headquarters and more. There are countless ways to make a difference! 

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Host Compassion Sunday 

Bring Compassion Sunday to your church and invite others to advocate for children. It’s a meaningful way for your church family to live out their faith by sponsoring children in need. 

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Resources to Inspire & Equip You 

Explore these resources to help you pray with purpose, stay connected, share Compassion with your children and grow your impact.  

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Pray with Purpose

When you become a prayer partner, you’ll receive a beautiful monthly calendar filled with daily prayer prompts from children and church partners around the world.  

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Compassion Explorer

Subscribe to our award-winning magazine for children aged six to ten! It’s free for sponsors and will teach your family what poverty is and how to make a difference.  

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Stories of Hope

Read real stories of hope made possible by sponsors like you! Get ready to grow your faith and celebrate what God is doing around the world. 

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Introducing the MyCompassion App

Compassion’s mobile app makes it easier than ever to connect with the child you sponsor. Share photos, send letters, get real-time updates and see your impact with just a tap!  

Child Sponsorship Resources FAQs 

Explore helpful answers to support you at every step of your sponsorship journey. 

You can easily update your payment method by logging into My Account. Just click on “Payment Options” and follow the steps to add or edit your credit card or bank information.  

If you run into any issues or have questions, we’re here to help! Call us at (800) 336-7676, Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. MT. You can also contact us at any time by using the Contact Us form on our website.