Deliver Hope by Writing to the Child You Sponsor
Writing to your sponsored child can impact them just as much as your financial support does. Kind notes remind children of their value and provide hope in difficult times.
We want to make it easy for you to encourage your sponsored child, so we gathered answers to your frequently asked questions. You can also check out our writing ideas and prompts for even more inspiration.
Ready to Write a Message?
You can send a note to the child you sponsor quickly and simply.
Top Letter-Writing Questions
Get answers to the most asked questions about letter writing from sponsors like you.
Whether they’re short or long, the messages you write to your sponsored child can provide life-changing encouragement. Many graduates of our program say they keep their sponsors’ messages in a safe place and reread them whenever they need inspiration.
Writing Topics and Guidelines
Learn what to write about, what to avoid and how to send fun things like photos to the child you sponsor.
You play the important role of encourager to your sponsored child. Even if you send only a short message, your words provide hope. You can use these writing ideas to get started, but here are some quick tips:
Send photos with captions! Children love seeing them.
Talk about what God has been teaching you lately.
Ask the child you sponsor questions about their life.
Sign your first name only, just like your sponsored child does.
Receiving Communications From the Child You Sponsor
When will you get your first letter? Why does your sponsored child not always answer your questions? Learn all about receiving messages from the child you sponsor.
You’ll receive your first message within 180 days, but usually much faster! Occasionally, it could be longer if special circumstances occur, such as natural disasters, conflicts or technology delays in your sponsored child’s country.
While you wait, you can share words of hope with your sponsored child by sending a message to them. It doesn’t have to be long to make an impact!
Your sponsored child will find out you sponsored them within two to three weeks of your first contribution. So remember that, even if you don’t get a message from them right away, they know your name and that you chose them!
Digital Communication
Learn about sending messages digitally and the importance of protecting the child you sponsor by avoiding connecting with them online.
You can send a message and photos to your sponsored child through Compassion’s online writing tool by logging into My Account. Or you can send a message and photos with Compassion’s mobile app by downloading it from the App Store (for Apple devices) or Google Play (for Android devices).
Handwritten Communication
See where to mail messages, learn why Compassion is unable to send packages and other information.
Attn Correspondence Dept
Compassion International
Colorado Springs, CO 80997-0004
Include your sponsor ID and your sponsored child’s ID on every piece of paper you send.
Put your full name and return address on the envelope.
Use stationery provided by Compassion for quicker processing.