Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update

As the impact of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) develops around the world, we’re continuing to do everything we can to keep Compassion-supported children, Compassion staff, volunteers and church partners safe. We’re working hard to minimise disruption to critical operations and ensure the children we serve remain known, loved and protected.

As our CEO, Justin Dowds, shares in this latest update, we’re deeply grateful for your ongoing support during these challenging times. As we navigate this pandemic, equipping local churches to care for children in poverty has never been more relevant or significant, so thank you.

Compassion around the world

Many of the countries where we work are striving to slow the spread of the coronavirus through restrictions on public gatherings or quarantines. Below, you can find the most up-to-date reports from those countries, and how the new guidelines are affecting Compassion’s programmes. Please continue to check this page for further updates.

Updated: 18 January 2021

• Burkina Faso

  Projects offering limited programme activity

  Active COVID-19 cases in Burkina Faso rose in December 2020. The country is also facing a devastating humanitarian crisis. Escalating instability and violence have led to the internal displacement of more than 1 million people – at least half of whom are children in need of education assistance. Many are without clean water, food, shelter or medical care. Famine-like conditions have been reported, and aid workers say half a million children under age 5 are acutely malnourished. As the situation continues to develop, women and children are especially vulnerable to exploitation, violence and malnutrition.

  Depending on the region, many projects are allowing children to return in small groups for activities and classes. Some projects remain closed for safety and staff members there continue to make home visits and phone calls to check on families. The churches have distributed about 511,000 food packs and 376,000 hygiene kits to families and continue to work to raise awareness of COVID-19 preventive measures. They also have helped 80,000 individuals obtain medical care.

  Are Compassion projects open?

  Some projects in Burkina Faso are hosting small group activities and classes while following safety protocols. Staff members continue to make phone calls and home visits to children and caregivers. Because of the generous support of sponsors and donors, they have been able to distribute about 511,000 food packs and 376,000 hygiene kits to Compassion-supported children and their families.

  Are children receiving letters?

  The majority of letters are delayed in Burkina Faso, which means it may take longer for you to receive letters from your child. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t write! We encourage you to continue sending your sponsored child letters of encouragement and hope. What a joyful day it will be when those letters are delivered.

  Are gifts being delivered?

  Gifts continue to be distributed in Burkina Faso, although they are currently delayed. In some communities, staff members have needed to disburse monetary gifts to an appropriate, verified caregiver. This applies to family gifts and child gifts (including birthday and final gifts). Families may spend the gift on whatever they consider most important to meet family needs. The caregiver will be notified whether a gift has been designated as a child gift or family gift. The caregiver will decide the best use of the money, recognising that sometimes purchasing food or paying rent is in the best interest of a child.

• Ethiopia

  Projects offering limited programme activity

  COVID-19, armed conflict, flooding and multiple locust invasions have created an extreme humanitarian crisis in Ethiopia. Fighting began in the Tigray region in November 2020, blocking humanitarian aid and causing thousands of people to seek safety as refugees in Sudan. Nationwide, families are struggling to earn a wage and obtain food because of the instability, the economic slowdown and the destruction of crops. Some areas are recording a 50% increase in hospitalisations due to severe acute malnutrition. The International Rescue Committee reported a forecast that 11 million Ethiopians will go hungry in the first half of 2021.

  Projects in some regions are allowing children to return in small groups for activities and classes. In other regions, projects remain closed for safety. Staff members continue to make home visits and phone calls to families. They are diligently checking on children, looking for signs of abuse and providing trauma counselling as needed. Partner church staff members in Ethiopia have distributed nearly 680,000 food packs and more than 415,000 hygiene kits and have provided medical support to more than 29,000 individuals.

  Are Compassion projects open?

  Projects are operating at a variety of capacities depending on their region. Some projects remain closed to group programmes but staff members are making home visits and phone calls to children and caregivers. Other projects have been able to allow small group classes and activities. Because of the generous support of sponsors and donors, they have been able to distribute nearly 680,000 food packs and more than 415,000 hygiene kits to Compassion-supported children and their families.

  Are children receiving letters?

  Letters are currently being delivered in Ethiopia, although delivery to and from your child may take a bit longer than normal. We encourage you to continue writing your child, as all children need words of hope and encouragement now more than ever before. Thank you for your ministry.

  Are gifts being delivered?

  Gifts continue to be distributed in Ethiopia. Staff members have been given the option to disburse monetary gifts to an appropriate, verified caregiver, if necessary. This applies to family gifts and child gifts (including birthday and final gifts). Families may spend the gift on whatever they consider most important to meet family needs. The caregiver will be notified whether a gift has been designated as a child gift or family gift. The caregiver will decide the best use of the money, recognising that sometimes purchasing food or paying rent is in the best interest of a child.

• Ghana

  Projects offering limited programme activity

  As of 6 January 2021, Ghana has registered a little more than 55,100 cases of Covid-19 and 335 related deaths. The country has been praised for its response and the way it has kept numbers low. Face masks are required in public, and large sporting events, political rallies and festivals are suspended. Open-air establishments and Ghana’s national tourist sites are open while nightclubs, bars, beaches and cinemas remain closed until further notice. Restaurants are operating and religious services may operate at full capacity for up to two hours per service. Conferences, workshops, weddings, and private burials are permitted with a maximum attendance of 100 persons.

  Many Compassion projects have started inviting children and youths back in small groups for classes, to take updated photos and to write letters. Some projects that have not reopened have been able to work with local television stations to air curricula for students at home. Staff continue to handle health screenings, emergency medical care, child protection interventions and disaster response for Compassion-supported children as needed. So far, staff members have been able to provide more than 157,600 food packs and nearly 136,000 hygiene kits as well as medical support to more than 48,000 individuals.

  Are Compassion projects open?

  Many projects in Ghana have restarted, welcoming small groups of children and youths on a rotating basis. Staff members also continue to make phone calls and conduct home visits. Because of the generous support of sponsors and donors, they have been able to distribute more than 157,600 food packs and nearly 136,000 hygiene kits to Compassion-supported children and their families.

  Are children receiving letters?

  The majority of letters are delayed in Ghana, which means it may take longer for you to receive letters from your child. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t write! We encourage you to continue sending your sponsored child letters of encouragement and hope. What a joyful day it will be when those letters are delivered.

  Are gifts being delivered?

  Gifts continue to be distributed in Ghana. Staff members have been given the option to disburse monetary gifts to an appropriate, verified caregiver, if necessary. This applies to family gifts and child gifts (including birthday and final gifts). Families may spend the gift on whatever they consider most important to meet family needs. The caregiver will be notified whether a gift has been designated as a child gift or family gift. The caregiver will decide the best use of the money, recognising that sometimes purchasing food or paying rent is in the best interest of a child.

• Kenya

  Projects offering limited programme activity

  Cases of COVID-19 reached their peak in Kenya in November 2020. The health ministry reported on 3 January 2021 that total cases were 96,802 and total deaths were 1,685; however, testing has been limited. Students returned to school on 4 January 2021. Kenya is the last country in East Africa to fully reopen its schools. Scientific researchers say two-thirds of people surveyed in Kenya have experienced economic hardship due to the pandemic, and the number living with food insecurity increased by 38%. Many families rely on day-to-day employment and are struggling to feed themselves.

  The majority of the Compassion projects have resumed limited meetings; these are commonly small groups of children in homes and/or small groups of youths at the projects. The rest of the projects remain closed for safety, and staff members there continue to make home visits and phone calls to check on families. Church partners are working to provide psychological support to help the children and families who are experiencing anxiety caused by the pandemic. We are grateful to report that staff members have distributed nearly 204,000 food packs and 38,000 hygiene kits and have provided medical support to more than 39,000 individuals.

  Are Compassion projects open?

  The majority of projects in Kenya have restarted, welcoming small groups of children and youths for classes and activities either in homes or at the projects. Staff members also continue to make phone calls and conduct home visits. Because of the generous support of sponsors and donors, they have been able to distribute nearly 204,000 food packs and 38,000 hygiene kits to Compassion-supported children and their families.

  Are children receiving letters?

  The majority of letters are delayed in Kenya, which means it may take longer for you to receive letters from your child. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t write! We encourage you to continue sending your sponsored child letters of encouragement and hope. What a joyful day it will be when those letters are delivered.

  Are gifts being delivered?

  Gifts continue to be distributed in Kenya, although they are currently delayed. In some communities, staff members have needed to disburse monetary gifts to an appropriate, verified caregiver. This applies to family gifts and child gifts (including birthday and final gifts). Families may spend the gift on whatever they consider most important to meet family needs. The caregiver will be notified whether a gift has been designated as a child gift or family gift. The caregiver will decide the best use of the money, recognising that sometimes purchasing food or paying rent is in the best interest of a child.

• Rwanda

  Projects offering limited programme activity

  The Rwandan government tightened restrictions on businesses and public activities on 4 January 2021 in response to an increase in cases of COVID-19 and related deaths. Compared to many countries, the numbers of cases (8,848 since March 2020) and deaths (105) are low, but half of all deaths occurred in December 2020. A curfew is in place from 8 pm to 4 am, and facemasks are required in public.

  Compassion projects in Rwanda are open only for small group meetings of children and youths. Staff are careful to take COVID-19 prevention measures and follow local guidelines. They have been able to deliver nearly 79,000 food packs and more than 414,000 hygiene kits to children and families. Additionally, they have helped nearly 52,000 individuals obtain medical support. The Compassion Rwanda office and local staff continue to offer counseling support during this difficult season.

  Are Compassion projects open?

  Projects in Rwanda have reopened for limited numbers of children and youths at a time and are complying with local guidelines and appropriate COVID-19 prevention measures. Staff members continue to make home visits and phone calls to children and caregivers. Because of the generous support of sponsors and donors, they have been able to distribute nearly 79,000 food packs and more than 414,000 hygiene kits to Compassion-supported children and their families.

  Are children receiving letters?

  The majority of letters are delayed in Rwanda, which means it may take longer for you to receive letters from your child. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t write! We encourage you to continue sending your sponsored child letters of encouragement and hope. What a joyful day it will be when those letters are delivered.

  Are gifts being delivered?

  Gifts continue to be distributed in Rwanda. Staff members have been given the option to disburse monetary gifts to an appropriate, verified caregiver, if necessary. This applies to family gifts and child gifts (including birthday and final gifts). Families may spend the gift on whatever they consider most important to meet family needs. The caregiver will be notified whether a gift has been designated as a child gift or family gift. The caregiver will decide the best use of the money, recognising that sometimes purchasing food or paying rent is in the best interest of a child.

• Tanzania

  Projects are open

  The government of Tanzania has not released information about cases of COVID-19 since last spring, but the U.S. Embassy in Tanzania warns that, given the presumed ongoing community transmission in Dar es Salaam and other locations, the risk of contracting COVID-19 remains high. The embassy also reported that health care facilities have become overwhelmed, which could result in life-threatening delays for emergency medical care. However, tourists who test negative are being welcomed into the country. Schools are open. Masks and social distancing are not required.

  Compassion projects reopened for group activities on 5 September. Children attend in shifts at some projects, so they are able to maintain social distancing as much as possible. Hygiene kits and multiple hand-washing stations are available at every project. Classrooms and playground equipment are regularly sanitised. Staff members continue to educate children on COVID-19 prevention. Since the beginning of the pandemic, they have been able to distribute about 56,000 food packs and 104,000 hygiene kits to families and provide medical support to more than 23,000 individuals. .

  Are Compassion projects open?

  Projects in Tanzania have reopened and are holding normal programme activities. Staff members carefully clean and sanitise the projects, and many projects with limited classroom space have children attending in shifts so they can maintain proper social distancing. Because of the generous support of sponsors and donors, they have been able to distribute about 56,000 food packs and 104,000 hygiene kits to Compassion-supported children and their families.

  Are children receiving letters?

  Letters are currently being delivered in Tanzania, although delivery to and from your child may take a bit longer than normal. We encourage you to continue writing your child, as all children need words of hope and encouragement now more than ever before.

  Are gifts being delivered?

  Gifts continue to be distributed in Tanzania. Staff members have been given the option to disburse monetary gifts to an appropriate, verified caregiver, if necessary. This applies to family gifts and child gifts (including birthday and final gifts). Families may spend the gift on whatever they consider most important to meet family needs. The caregiver will be notified whether a gift has been designated as a child gift or family gift. The caregiver will decide the best use of the money, recognising that sometimes purchasing food or paying rent is in the best interest of a child.

• Togo

  Projects offering limited programme activity

  As of 31 December, the Togo ministry of health reported 3,576 confirmed cases of COVID-19, with a total of 68 deaths, 193 active cases, and 3,315 recoveries. Gatherings of more than 15 people are prohibited, and varying curfews are in place. Everyone must adhere to preventive measures such as hand washing, masking and social distancing, at all times and in all places.

  Some Projects in Togo have been able to safely resume meeting in small groups. Children and youths participate in classes and activities while abiding by local guidelines. Partner churches continue to make regular home visits to monitor the health of children and families, deliver curricula and pray with them. Staff members have been able to safely deliver about 415,000 food packs and 285,000 hygiene kits to families, in addition to providing medical support to 51,000 individuals.

  Are Compassion projects open?

  Many projects in Togo have restarted, welcoming small groups of children and youths for classes and activities. The majority of projects continue to minister to children and families by visiting homes or making phone calls. Because of the generous support of sponsors and donors, they have been able to distribute about 415,000 food packs and 285,000 hygiene kits to Compassion-supported children and their families.

  Are children receiving letters?

  The majority of letters are delayed in Togo, which means it may take longer for you to receive letters from your child. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t write! We encourage you to continue sending your sponsored child letters of encouragement and hope. What a joyful day it will be when those letters are delivered.

  Are gifts being delivered?

  Gifts continue to be distributed in Togo, although they are currently delayed. In some communities, staff members have needed to disburse monetary gifts to an appropriate, verified caregiver. This applies to family gifts and child gifts (including birthday and final gifts). Families may spend the gift on whatever they consider most important to meet family needs. The caregiver will be notified whether a gift has been designated as a child gift or family gift. The caregiver will decide the best use of the money, recognising that sometimes purchasing food or paying rent is in the best interest of a child.

• Uganda

  All projects in Uganda are closed

  Uganda has registered a spike of new cases of COVID-19. On 31 December 2020, the number of confirmed cases surpassed 35,000 and related deaths numbered 251. Uganda's state minister for health said in December that the second wave of COVID-19 was straining the health care system. Medical professionals expressed concern about the possibility of a malaria outbreak alongside the pandemic. The World Food Programme predicts that the 1.2 million refugees in Uganda will be at risk of malnourishment in 2021.

  Compassion development projects in Uganda are operating at a variety of capacities depending on the region. Many projects have been able to welcome children and youth back to classes and activities in small groups. Others remain closed while staff members make home visits and phone calls to check on families and provide assistance. Staff members have been able to distribute more than 100,000 food packs and 311,000 hygiene kits to Compassion-supported families, and they have provided medical support to about 67,000 individuals.

  Are Compassion projects open?

  Depending on the region, many projects in Uganda have restarted, welcoming small groups of children and youth for classes and activities. Staff members also continue to make phone calls and conduct home visits. Because of the generous support of sponsors and donors, they have been able to distribute more than 100,000 food packs and 311,000 hygiene kits to Compassion-supported children and their families.

  Are children receiving letters?

  The majority of letters are delayed in Uganda, which means it may take longer for you to receive letters from your child. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t write! We encourage you to continue sending your sponsored child letters of encouragement and hope. What a joyful day it will be when those letters are delivered!

  Are gifts being delivered?

  Gifts continue to be distributed in Uganda. Staff members have been given the option to disburse monetary gifts to an appropriate, verified caregiver, if necessary. This applies to family gifts and child gifts (including birthday and final gifts). Families may spend the gift on whatever they consider most important to meet family needs. The caregiver will be notified whether a gift has been designated as a child gift or family gift. The caregiver will decide the best use of the money, recognising that sometimes purchasing food or paying rent is in the best interest of a child.

• Bangladesh

  Projects offering limited programme activity

  The COVID-19 related death toll in Bangladesh passed 7,500 by 1 January 2021. A recent spike in cases has increased concerns over a possible second wave of COVID-19 during winter. Many restrictions, including curfews, have been lifted by the government, but face masks and social distancing continue to be required in public areas. The country is also continuing to deal with the long-term effects of its worst flood in a decade, which left half a million people homeless. Authorities reported thousands of cases of waterborne diseases, including diarrhoea and skin diseases, in the flooded coastal region. Half of the population is now food insecure, meaning they lack consistent access to enough safe and nutritious food to live a healthy life.

  Most Projects have resumed activities for children and youths in small groups in outdoor courtyards. Where that is not possible, staff members maintain regular contact with children and caregivers through home visits and phone calls. Compassion Bangladesh staff and local church partners have been able to send about 268,000 food packs and 269,000 hygiene kits to Compassion-supported children’s families. Additionally, they have provided medical support to more than 5,000 people. They report that many families have no source of income, so they are providing necessary funds to buy daily essentials.

  Are Compassion projects open?

  At most projects, activities have resumed, and small group meetings are held outdoors. Elsewhere, staff members are creating virtual programme activities and distributing at-home curriculum. They continue to call and check in on families and make home visits when possible. Because of the generous support of sponsors and donors, they have been able to distribute about 268,000 food packs and 269,000 hygiene kits to Compassion-supported children and their families.

  Are children receiving letters?

  The majority of letters are delayed in Bangladesh, which means it may take longer for you to receive letters from your child. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t write! We encourage you to continue sending your sponsored child letters of encouragement and hope. What a joyful day it will be when those letters are delivered.

  Are gifts being delivered?

  Gifts continue to be distributed in Bangladesh, although they are currently delayed. In some communities, staff members have needed to disburse monetary gifts to an appropriate, verified caregiver. This applies to family gifts and child gifts (including birthday and final gifts). Families may spend the gift on whatever they consider most important to meet family needs. The caregiver will be notified whether a gift has been designated as a child gift or family gift. The caregiver will decide the best use of the money, recognising that sometimes purchasing food or paying rent is in the best interest of a child.

• Indonesia

  All projects in Indonesia are closed

  A surge of COVID-19 infections led to nearly 110,000 active cases and 22,000 total fatalities in Indonesia as of 31 December 2020 – the highest death toll in Southeast Asia. New cases are rapidly rising in the country’s four most populous provinces. Schools remain closed; however, public transport and access to essential services are widely available. Social distancing and face masks are mandatory in public places. Restrictions on large-scale gatherings and nonessential travel vary in each province, city and regency.

  The status of Compassion church partners ranges widely. While a few are open for normal programme activities, many are able only to meet in small groups for limited activities, and most are ministering only through home visits. Mentors and tutors are bringing food supplies to Compassion-supported children’s homes weekly and are helping some families plant gardens at their homes. Since the beginning of the pandemic, staff members have distributed more than one million food packs and 758,000 hygiene kits and provided medical support to 77,000 individuals..

  Are Compassion projects open?

  Some projects have reopened with small group meetings for children and youth, but many remain closed. Staff members continue to make home visits and phone calls to provide assistance to children and caregivers. Because of the generous support of sponsors and donors, staff members have been able to distribute more than one million food packs and 758,000 hygiene kits to Compassion-supported children and their families.

  Are children receiving letters?

  The majority of letters are delayed in Indonesia, which means it may take longer for you to receive letters from your child. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t write! We encourage you to continue sending your sponsored child letters of encouragement and hope. What a joyful day it will be when those letters are delivered.

  Are gifts being delivered?

  Gifts continue to be distributed in Indonesia, although they are currently delayed. In some communities, staff have needed to disburse monetary gifts to an appropriate, verified caregiver. This applies to family gifts and child gifts (including birthday and final gifts). Families may spend the gift on whatever they consider most important to meet family needs. The caregiver will be notified whether a gift has been designated as a child gift or family gift. The caregiver will decide the best use of the money, recognising that sometimes purchasing food or paying rent is in the best interest of a child.

• Philippines

  Some projects offering limited programme activity

  As of 7 January 2021, there were more than 32,000 active cases of COVID-19 in the Philippines and 9,347 related deaths. The Philippine government is forbidding entry to travelers from 20 countries, including the United Kingdom, France, Australia, Canada and South Africa, through mid-January. Large public gatherings and in-person school classes are banned. Shopping centres, restaurants and essential shops are continuing to operate. All regions remain under some level of quarantine with restricted movement. Face masks are required, and curfews are set by local governments.

  Compassion partner churches and Compassion projects are still closed for large group activities, but in some districts, children and youth can meet at projects in small groups while following safety guidelines. Project workers continue to give relief supplies to Compassion-supported families and children. They have been able to distribute more than 781,000 food packs and 461,000 hygiene kits. Additionally, 75,000 people have been provided with medical support during this season.

  Are Compassion projects open?

  Some projects have reopened for small group meetings for children and youth, although many remain closed. Staff members continue to make home visits and phone calls to check on children and families. In some regions, classes are only online. Because of the generous support of sponsors and donors, they have been able to distribute more than 781,000 food packs and 461,000 hygiene kits to Compassion-supported children and their families.

  Are children receiving letters?

  The majority of letters are delayed in the Philippines, which means it may take longer for you to receive letters from your child. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t write! We encourage you to continue sending your sponsored child letters of encouragement and hope. What a joyful day it will be when those letters are delivered!

  Are gifts being delivered?

  Gifts continue to be distributed in the Philippines. Staff members have been given the option to disburse monetary gifts to an appropriate, verified caregiver, if necessary. This applies to family gifts and child gifts (including birthday and final gifts). Families may spend the gift on whatever they consider most important to meet family needs. The caregiver will be notified whether a gift has been designated as a child gift or family gift. The caregiver will decide the best use of the money, recognising that sometimes purchasing food or paying rent is in the best interest of a child.

• Sri Lanka

  Some projects offering limited programme activity

  Active cases of COVID-19 in Sri Lanka numbered 7,119 on 7 January 2021, and total related deaths were 219. The country welcomed its first foreign tourists in nine months at the end of December 2020. Authorities hope the new arrivals will be the first of thousands of tourists who will help stimulate the nation’s economy. Before the pandemic, nearly two million people had jobs that relied on tourism.

  Most Compassion activities remain on hold in Sri Lanka, with staff continuing to check in on families through phone calls and occasional home visits when child protection issues arise. However, a few projects have been able to conduct small group meetings for children and teens. Partners have distributed more than 147,000 food packs and 60,900 hygiene kits, and they are delivering seed packets and disease-prevention information as they are able under the government guidelines. Children continue to write letters to their sponsors from home.

  Are Compassion projects open?

  Projects in Sri Lanka have begun a phased reopening. While the majority of projects are still operating at distance only, a few are now able to carry out activities with small groups of children and youths. Staff members continue to call and check in on families, and they continue to monitor urgent needs and child protection issues. Because of the generous support of sponsors and donors, they have been able to distribute more than 147,000 food packs and 60,900 hygiene kits to Compassion-supported children and their families.

  Are children receiving letters?

  At this point, we are not able to safely deliver letters to children registered at Compassion projects in Sri Lanka. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t write! We encourage you to continue sending your sponsored child letters of encouragement and hope. What a joyful day it will be when those letters are delivered.

  Are gifts being delivered?

  Gifts continue to be distributed in Sri Lanka. Staff members have been given the option to disburse monetary gifts to an appropriate, verified caregiver, if necessary. This applies to family gifts and child gifts (including birthday and final gifts). Families may spend the gift on whatever they consider most important to meet family needs. The caregiver will be notified whether a gift has been designated as a child gift or family gift. The caregiver will decide the best use of the money, recognizing that sometimes purchasing food or paying rent is in the best interest of a child.

• Thailand

  Most projects are open

  A COVID-19 outbreak in a seafood market last December has spread to 56 of Thailand’s 77 provinces. As of 7 January 2021, the country had 8,966 total confirmed cases with 65 deaths. Twenty-eight provinces have been declared high risk, and new restrictions have been imposed to fight the outbreak, the country's most serious yet. Schools are closed for a month.

  Most Projects have reopened and are conducting normal programme activities while maintaining safety measures. Staff members have been able to distribute more than 123,000 food packs and 71,000 hygiene kits to registered children and their families. Additionally, 2,800 people have been provided with medical support during this season.

  Are Compassion projects open?

  Most projects in Thailand have been able to reopen while abiding by local guidelines for group sizes and social distancing. Staff members continue to check on families and ensure that their needs are being met. Because of the generous support of sponsors and donors, they have been able to distribute more than 123,000 food packs and 71,000 hygiene kits to Compassion-supported children and their families.

  Are children receiving letters?

  Letters are currently being delivered in Thailand, although delivery to and from your child may take a bit longer than normal. We encourage you to continue writing your child, as all children need words of hope and encouragement now more than ever before.

  Are gifts being delivered?

  Gifts continue to be distributed in Thailand. Staff members have been given the option to disburse monetary gifts to an appropriate, verified caregiver, if necessary. This applies to family gifts and child gifts (including birthday and final gifts). Families may spend the gift on whatever they consider most important to meet family needs. The caregiver will be notified whether a gift has been designated as a child gift or family gift. The caregiver will decide the best use of the money, recognizing that sometimes purchasing food or paying rent is in the best interest of a child.

• Dominican Republic

  All projects in the Dominican Republic are closed

  The Dominican Republic still has the highest COVID-19 infection rate among Caribbean countries and is experiencing a spike in cases. The country has also been battered this year by tropical storms and hurricanes. The government has reported more than 170,000 positive COVID-19 cases and 2,400 related deaths as of 1 January 2021. Medical care is limited, with some hospitals at or near full capacity. ICU beds are especially limited. A national curfew is in effect and face masks continue to be required in public.

  All Compassion projects are closed. Staff members are providing physical and emotional support to families, including the delivery of more than 142,000 food packs and 69,000 hygiene kits, while complying with guidelines. They are also working with local doctors to facilitate telehealth calls with families and have helped provide medical support to more than 7,000 individuals. Mentors and tutors are keeping in touch with children and youth through online meetings and social media.

  Are Compassion projects open?

  Currently, all projects in the Dominican Republic are closed in order to abide by local guidelines. Staff members continue to call and check in on families, and in some communities, they are able to visit children while obeying social distancing guidelines. Because of the generous support of sponsors and donors, they have been able to distribute more than 142,000 food packs and 69,000 hygiene kits to Compassion-supported children and their families.

  Are children receiving letters?

  The majority of letters are delayed in the Dominican Republic, which means it may take longer for you to receive letters from your child. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t write! We encourage you to continue sending your sponsored child letters of encouragement and hope. What a joyful day it will be when those letters are delivered.

  Are gifts being delivered?

  Gifts continue to be distributed in the Dominican Republic. Staff members have been given the option to disburse monetary gifts to an appropriate, verified caregiver, if necessary. This applies to family gifts and child gifts (including birthday and final gifts). Families may spend the gift on whatever they consider most important to meet family needs. The caregiver will be notified whether a gift has been designated as a child gift or family gift. The caregiver will decide the best use of the money, recognising that sometimes purchasing food or paying rent is in the best interest of a child.

• El Salvador

  All projects in El Salvador are closed

  Active COVID-19 cases have been declining in El Salvador since last summer, except for a small rise in December. The country reported a total of 45,960 COVID-19 cases and 1,336 related deaths as of January 2021 1. Most businesses are operating without restrictions. Airports are open for international flights and the country is actively promoting tourism in order to help the economy and restore lost jobs. Although it is not required, the government recommends wearing a mask at all times.

  Compassion partner churches are supporting vulnerable families with food and available medicine and developing online tutoring materials so children can continue learning from home. Compassion El Salvador has been able to distribute more than 310,000 food packs and 157,000 hygiene kits and to provide medical support to 52,000 individuals. They are also providing resources to help families plant home gardens. Compassion El Salvador has shared uplifting messages and public health information for entire communities through local radio. Some project staff members have been able to arrange small, virtual birthday celebrations for children. Many tutors have formed prayer groups to pray for the children in this season.

  Are Compassion projects open?

  Currently, all projects in El Salvador are closed in order to abide by local guidelines. Staff continue to call and visit families at home while obeying social distancing guidelines. They have created video classes for children and youths. Because of the generous support of sponsors and donors, they have been able to distribute more than 310,000 food packs and 157,000 hygiene kits to Compassion-supported children and their families.

  Are children receiving letters?

  At this point, we are not able to safely deliver letters to children registered at Compassion projects in El Salvador. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t write! We encourage you to continue sending your sponsored child letters of encouragement and hope. What a joyful day it will be when those letters are delivered.

  Are gifts being delivered?

  Gifts continue to be distributed in El Salvador Staff members have been given the option to disburse monetary gifts to an appropriate, verified caregiver, if necessary. This applies to family gifts and child gifts (including birthday and final gifts). Families may spend the gift on whatever they consider most important to meet family needs. The caregiver will be notified whether a gift has been designated as a child gift or family gift. The caregiver will decide the best use of the money, recognising that sometimes purchasing food or paying rent is in the best interest of a child.

• Guatemala

  All projects in Guatemala are closed

  For the last two months the number of active COVID-19 cases in Guatemala has hovered around 7,000. As of 1 January 2021, the total number of related deaths was 4,813. Theaters, bars, gyms, national parks, churches and some tourist sites have reopened. Limits on attendance and other restrictive measures are in place in areas where COVID-19 continues to spread, including Guatemala City and most other cities. All individuals must wear masks in public spaces. Hurricanes Eta and Iota increased suffering by causing floods; destruction of roads, cropland and buildings; missing persons and deaths.

  Compassion projects have suspended in-person classes and activities as well as home visits. Volunteer tutors reach out virtually to each child every week to pray with them, and they report back to the staff any family concerns or needs. They have also distributed art kits and children’s magazines. Local church partners have delivered 476,000 food packs and 172,000 hygiene kits to children and their families. Additionally, they have facilitated medical support for 8,000 individuals.

  Are Compassion projects open?

  At this point, all projects in Guatemala are closed in order to abide by local guidelines. Staff members are still calling and checking in on families. Because of the generous support of sponsors and donors, they have been able to distribute 476,000 food packs and 172,000 hygiene kits to Compassion-supported children and their families.

  Are children receiving letters?

  The majority of letters are delayed in Guatemala, which means it may take longer for you to receive letters from your child. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t write! We encourage you to continue sending your sponsored child letters of encouragement and hope. What a joyful day it will be when those letters are delivered!

  Are gifts being delivered?

  Gifts continue to be distributed in Guatemala, although they are currently delayed. In some communities, staff members have needed to disburse monetary gifts to an appropriate, verified caregiver. This applies to family gifts and child gifts (including birthday and final gifts). Families may spend the gift on whatever they consider most important to meet family needs. The caregiver will be notified whether a gift has been designated as a child gift or family gift. The caregiver will decide the best use of the money, recognising that sometimes purchasing food or paying rent is in the best interest of a child.

• Haiti

  Projects are open

  Haiti has reported 10,015 cases of COVID-19 and at least 236 related deaths as of January 2021 1, although health care workers warn that the numbers could be much higher. Many Haitians have a deep distrust of government and public health authorities and prefer to self-treat at home. Clinics and hospitals were strained even before the pandemic, as many Haitians need care for chronic health problems such as malnourishment, diabetes and hypertension. The government has lifted the curfew but continues to require mask wearing in public areas where social distancing cannot be maintained.

  Compassion projects throughout the country have resumed normal on-site activities. They are following strict protocols to keep children and youth safe from the coronavirus. Partner church workers have been able to deliver more than 162,000 food packs and 92,000 hygiene kits and have provided medical assistance to 12,700 people.

  Are Compassion projects open?

  All projects in Haiti have reopened and resumed normal programme activities. Staff members carefully clean and sanitise the projects, and many projects with limited classroom space have children attending in shifts so they can maintain proper social distancing. Because of the generous support of sponsors and donors, they have been able to distribute more than 162,000 food packs and 92,000 hygiene kits to Compassion-supported children and their families.

  Are children receiving letters?

  The majority of letters are delayed in Haiti, which means it may take longer for you to receive letters from your child. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t write! We encourage you to continue sending your sponsored child letters of encouragement and hope. What a joyful day it will be when those letters are delivered.

  Are gifts being delivered?

  Gifts continue to be distributed in Haiti. Staff members have been given the option to disburse monetary gifts to an appropriate, verified caregiver, if necessary. This applies to family gifts and child gifts (including birthday and final gifts). Families may spend the gift on whatever they consider most important to meet family needs. The caregiver will be notified whether a gift has been designated as a child gift or family gift. The caregiver will decide the best use of the money, recognizing that sometimes purchasing food or paying rent is in the best interest of a child.

• Honduras

  Projects in Honduras are closed

  The level of COVID-19 testing is extremely low in Honduras, making it difficult to get an accurate view of how the country has been affected. The reported number of positive cases surpassed 122,000 and related deaths were more than 3,000 as of 1 January. Security forces have been deployed to enforce curfews. It is mandatory to use face masks, sanitary gel and social distancing in public. Honduras was hit by the Category 4 Hurricane Eta and then by the Category 5 Hurricane Iota in November 2020. The storms caused at least 100 deaths and $10 billion of damage to homes and agriculture, resulting in widespread food insecurity. Honduras' coffee harvest is threatened by pandemic restrictions that keep local workers at home and prevent foreign harvesters from entering the country.

  Compassion programmes and activities remain suspended in Honduras. Programme staff members have delivered more than 215,000 food packs and 142,000 hygiene kits and are reinforcing hygiene and safety measures with caregivers. They have also been able to facilitate medical support for more than 2,700 people since the quarantine began. All who are delivering food have undergone training by the local government on safety measures. Church workers are keeping in touch with families via phone calls and are conducting live video classes for the children where possible.

  Are Compassion projects open?

  At this point, all projects in Honduras are closed in order to abide by local guidelines. Staff members are still calling and checking in on families, and some projects are conducting virtual video classes. Because of the generous support of sponsors and donors, they have been able to distribute more than 215,000 food packs and 142,000 hygiene kits to Compassion-supported children and their families.

  Are children receiving letters?

  The majority of letters are delayed in Honduras, which means it may take longer for you to receive letters from your child. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t write! We encourage you to continue sending your sponsored child letters of encouragement and hope. What a joyful day it will be when those letters are delivered!

  Are gifts being delivered?

  Gifts continue to be distributed in Honduras. Staff members have been given the option to disburse monetary gifts to an appropriate, verified caregiver, if necessary. This applies to family gifts and child gifts (including birthday and final gifts). Families may spend the gift on whatever they consider most important to meet family needs. The caregiver will be notified whether a gift has been designated as a child gift or family gift. The caregiver will decide the best use of the money, recognising that sometimes purchasing food or paying rent is in the best interest of a child.

• Mexico

  Projects offering limited online programme activity

  Mexico is experiencing a surge in new COVID-19 infections and related mortality, with more than 125,000 deaths – the fourth-highest death rate in the world – reported on 1 January. Health authorities have called for citizens to stay home as much as possible, follow social distancing guidelines, employ frequent hand hygiene and wear masks in public. Schools remained closed in nearly all Mexican states. Curfew restrictions vary based on region.

  In-person group activities are on hold at nearly all Compassion projects, but staff are making home visits and calling families. Some tutors have been able to record lessons that they are sending to Compassion-supported children so they can learn from home. All local church partners have received flyers on disease prevention and treatment that they can print and distribute in their communities. Most projects are distributing food to the families of vulnerable children and responding to any emergencies. Staff members have been able to distribute about 278,000 food packs and 145,000 hygiene kits and have provided medical support to more than 17,000 individuals.

  Are Compassion projects open?

  Nearly all projects in Mexico are closed. Staff members continue to call and check in on families. Because of the generous support of sponsors and donors, they have been able to distribute about 278,000 food packs and 145,000 hygiene kits to Compassion-supported children and their families.

  Are children receiving letters?

  At this point, we are not able to safely deliver letters to children registered at Compassion projects in Mexico. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t write! We encourage you to continue sending your sponsored child letters of encouragement and hope. What a joyful day it will be when those letters are delivered.

  Are gifts being delivered?

  Gifts continue to be distributed in Mexico, although they are currently delayed. In some communities, staff members have needed to disburse monetary gifts to an appropriate, verified caregiver. This applies to family gifts and child gifts (including birthday and final gifts). Families may spend the gift on whatever they consider most important to meet family needs. The caregiver will be notified whether a gift has been designated as a child gift or family gift. The caregiver will decide the best use of the money, recognising that sometimes purchasing food or paying rent is in the best interest of a child.

• Nicaragua

  Projects offering limited programme activity

  Nicaragua reported more than 6,000 confirmed cases of COVID-19 and 165 related deaths on Jan 1. However, independent health organizations estimate the number of cases to be much higher. Hospitals are reportedly understaffed and struggling to cope with the pandemic. There are also increasing rates of malnutrition throughout the country. Nicaragua has not officially imposed any domestic travel restrictions or national quarantine policies. Additionally, in November, Hurricanes Eta and Iota both hit Nicaragua, causing flooding, destruction and fatalities.

  Many Nicaraguan Compassion projects are planning or have begun a phased reopening. Staff members from many projects continue to make home visits and provide virtual programmes for children and families. Since the pandemic began, staff members have distributed about 218,000 food packs and 106,000 hygiene kits and provided 5,400 individuals with medical support.

  Are Compassion projects open?

  Many Nicaraguan Compassion projects are planning or have begun a phased reopening. Staff members continue to call and visit families and children. Because of the generous support of sponsors and donors, they have been able to distribute about 218,000 food packs and 106,000 hygiene kits to Compassion-supported children and their families.

  Are children receiving letters?

  The majority of letters are delayed in Nicaragua, which means it may take longer for you to receive letters from your child. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t write! We encourage you to continue sending your sponsored child letters of encouragement and hope. What a joyful day it will be when those letters are delivered.

  Are gifts being delivered?

  Gifts continue to be distributed in Nicaragua. Staff members have been given the option to disburse monetary gifts to an appropriate, verified caregiver, if necessary. This applies to family gifts and child gifts (including birthday and final gifts). Families may spend the gift on whatever they consider most important to meet family needs. The caregiver will be notified whether a gift has been designated as a child gift or family gift. The caregiver will decide the best use of the money, recognising that sometimes purchasing food or paying rent is in the best interest of a child.

• Bolivia

  Projects in Bolivia are closed

  Cases of COVID-19 spiked in Bolivia in the two weeks after the Christmas holiday, with an average of 1,153 infections reported daily. La Paz and Santa Cruz, two of the country’s largest cities, have been especially hard hit. This second wave is reportedly more serious than the first, as more patients are requiring intensive care.

  Group activities at all Compassion projects remain on hold. Partner churches are working to provide food, disease prevention materials, and hygiene supplies to Compassion-supported children and their families. They are also checking in with families via phone to provide spiritual and emotional support and arrange for telehealth calls. Compassion Bolivia has deployed teams of physicians and psychologists to support local church partners and has conducted trainings to help churches safely resume activities. Since the crisis began, staff members have distributed about 686,000 food packs and 333,000 hygiene kits and provided 39,500 individuals with medical support. .

  Are Compassion projects open?

  Currently, all projects in Bolivia are closed. However, staff members continue to call and check in on families. Because of the generous support of sponsors and donors, they have been able to distribute about 686,000 food packs and nearly 333,000 hygiene kits to Compassion-supported children and their families.

  Are children receiving letters?

  Letters are currently being delivered in Bolivia, although delivery to and from your child may take a bit longer than normal. We encourage you to continue writing your child, as all children need words of hope and encouragement now more than ever before.

  Are gifts being delivered?

  Gifts continue to be distributed in Bolivia. Staff members have been given the option to disburse monetary gifts to an appropriate, verified caregiver, if necessary. This applies to family gifts and child gifts (including birthday and final gifts). Families may spend the gift on whatever they consider most important to meet family needs. The caregiver will be notified whether a gift has been designated as a child gift or family gift. The caregiver will decide the best use of the money, recognising that sometimes purchasing food or paying rent is in the best interest of a child.

• Brazil

  Projects offering limited programme activity

  Brazil surpassed 7.7 million COVID-19 cases on 1 January 2021. The death toll has risen past 195,000, the second-highest in the world. The cities of Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro have been hit hardest, with Indigenous people disproportionally affected. Several state and local governments across Brazil have issued decrees that require the use of face masks. No curfew is in place. Millions are unemployed, and there is concern more than a mounting financial crisis and inflation.

  Projects in Brazil have begun a phased reopening. About 25% are carrying out activities with small groups of children and youths. Staff members continue to call and check in on families, and in some communities they are able to visit children while obeying social distancing guidelines. Because of the generous support of sponsors and donors, they have been able to distribute about 350,000 food baskets and 278,000 hygiene kits to Compassion-supported children and their families.

  Are Compassion projects open?

  Projects in Brazil have begun a phased reopening. About 25% are carrying out activities with small groups of children and youths. Staff members continue to call and check in on families, and in some communities, they are able to visit children while obeying social distancing guidelines. Because of the generous support of sponsors and donors, they have been able to distribute over 307,300 food baskets and 252,000 hygiene kits to children and their families.

  Are children receiving letters?

  Letters are currently being delivered in Brazil, although delivery to and from your child may take a bit longer than normal. We encourage you to continue writing your child, as all children need words of hope and encouragement now more than ever before. Thank you for your ministry.

  Are gifts being delivered?

  Gifts continue to be distributed in Brazil, although they are currently delayed. In some communities, staff members have needed to disburse monetary gifts to an appropriate, verified caregiver. This applies to family gifts and child gifts (including birthday and final gifts). Families may spend the gift on whatever they consider most important to meet family needs. The caregiver will be notified whether a gift has been designated as a child gift or family gift. The caregiver will decide the best use of the money, recognising that sometimes purchasing food or paying rent is in the best interest of a child.

• Colombia

  Projects in Colombia are closed

  Colombia experienced an alarming surge in new COVID-19 infections as people travelled during the holidays. The capital city, Bogota, and second-largest city, Medellin, reimposed lockdowns on 5 January 2021 to stem the spread. In the first week of January 2021, the country reported more than 11,000 infections per day. In some cities, ICU wards for COVID-19 patients are close to overflowing.

  All Compassion project activities are on hold. Staff members have created online curriculum lessons and devotionals. Partner churches continue to monitor home situations for child protection and monitor families that are quarantined or have tested positive for COVID-19. Since April they have distributed about 542,000 food packs and 260,000 hygiene kits to families and have facilitated medical support for 9,500 individuals. In areas where they cannot deliver food, they have provided families with vouchers to be used in local markets.

  Are Compassion projects open?

  Currently, all projects in Colombia are closed. Staff members are interacting with children and youths through online activities, including videos and livestreams. They continue to call and check in on families and make home visits. Because of the generous support of sponsors and donors, they have been able to distribute about 542,000 food packs and 260,000 hygiene kits to Compassion-supported children and their families.

  Are children receiving letters?

  The majority of letters are delayed in Colombia, which means it may take longer for you to receive letters from your child. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t write! We encourage you to continue sending your sponsored child letters of encouragement and hope. What a joyful day it will be when those letters are delivered!

  Are gifts being delivered?

  Gifts continue to be distributed in Colombia, although they are currently delayed. In some communities, staff members have needed to disburse monetary gifts to an appropriate, verified caregiver. This applies to family gifts and child gifts (including birthday and final gifts). Families may spend the gift on whatever they consider most important to meet family needs. The caregiver will be notified whether a gift has been designated as a child gift or family gift. The caregiver will decide the best use of the money, recognising that sometimes purchasing food or paying rent is in the best interest of a child.

• Ecuador

  All projects in Ecuador are closed

  Ecuador confirmed 213,000 positive cases of COVID-19 and more than 14,000 related deaths on 2 January 2021. The minister of public health said the speed of virus transmission has increased in 17 of the country’s 24 provinces, and the average positivity rate is 21% nationwide. Testing remains extremely limited, however, and death tolls indicate that the number of positive cases is likely higher than reported. Ecuador’s commerce, industry, tourism, transport and health sectors have been badly affected by the economic slowdown, and experts believe a surge in lost jobs will push many families into extreme poverty. Indigenous groups have been hit hard by the virus; many who live in remote areas have little access to testing or hospitals.

  All Compassion local church partners and Compassion projects are closed to group activities. Church staff members continue to provide emotional and spiritual support by making regular phone calls to families and visiting homes where it is possible. The Compassion Ecuador national office has helped to provide more than 2,500 pastors and more than 2,200 partner church staff with counselling and emotional care. Project workers have been able to deliver about 511,000 food packs and 165,000 hygiene kits and have provided medical support to 17,000 individuals since the pandemic began, including helping families access telehealth services. Some partner churches have been able to hold online worship services, prayer meetings and training in child protection.

  Are Compassion projects open?

  At this point, all projects in Ecuador are closed in order to abide by local guidelines. Depending on the region, staff members are either making home visits to families and children or connecting through phone and video calls. Because of the generous support of sponsors and donors, they have been able to distribute 511,000 food packs and 165,000 hygiene kits to Compassion-supported children and their families.

  Are children receiving letters?

  The majority of letters are delayed in Ecuador, which means it may take longer for you to receive letters from your child. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t write! We encourage you to continue sending your sponsored child letters of encouragement and hope. What a joyful day it will be when those letters are delivered.

  Are gifts being delivered?

  Gifts continue to be distributed in Ecuador, although they are currently delayed. In some communities, staff members have needed to disburse monetary gifts to an appropriate, verified caregiver. This applies to family gifts and child gifts (including birthday and final gifts). Families may spend the gift on whatever they consider most important to meet family needs. The caregiver will be notified whether a gift has been designated as a child gift or family gift. The caregiver will decide the best use of the money, recognising that sometimes purchasing food or paying rent is in the best interest of a child.

• Peru

  Projects in Peru are closed

  Peru’s health minister announced on January 2021 7 that a post-Christmas increase in coronavirus cases may signal a second wave of the pandemic. Peru reported 57,000 active infections and a total of nearly 38,000 related deaths on 7 January 2021. Hospitals in and near the capital city, Lima, had only 16 ICU beds with ventilators available in the first week of January 2021. Farther north, along the coast, hospitals were full. Schools are closed except in rural areas with no COVID-19 infections, where there is a limited resumption of in-person teaching. Strict curfews remain in effect nationwide but vary by region. Social distancing and the wearing of face masks in public places is required. All social gatherings are prohibited.

  All Compassion local church partners have suspended children's and youths' activities. The national staff and church partners are monitoring children and families who are vulnerable due to extreme poverty, possible abuse or health complications. Partner churches are working closely with local authorities to deliver supplies to families and have been able to distribute about 570,000 food packs and 371,000 hygiene kits. Additionally, they have helped more than 33,000 individuals access medical support during the pandemic.

  Are Compassion projects open?

  At this point, all projects in Peru are closed in order to abide by local guidelines. Staff members are still calling and checking in on families. Because of the generous support of sponsors and donors, they have been able to distribute about 570,000 food packs and 371,000 hygiene kits to Compassion-supported children and their families.

  Are children receiving letters?

  The majority of letters are delayed in Peru, which means it may take longer for you to receive letters from your child. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t write! We encourage you to continue sending your sponsored child letters of encouragement and hope. What a joyful day it will be when those letters are delivered!

  Are gifts being delivered?

  Gifts continue to be distributed in the Peru. Staff members have been given the option to disburse monetary gifts to an appropriate, verified caregiver, if necessary. This applies to family gifts and child gifts (including birthday and final gifts). Families may spend the gift on whatever they consider most important to meet family needs. The caregiver will be notified whether a gift has been designated as a child gift or family gift. The caregiver will decide the best use of the money, recognizing that sometimes purchasing food or paying rent is in the best interest of a child.

How your sponsorship is working

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Compassion’s church partners across the globe have been adapting fast. We’ve been making some temporary changes to how your sponsorship donations are used and distributed, ensuring our local church partners can respond quickly to the specific situations and needs in their local communities.

In many of the countries where we work, Compassion is empowering local churches to redeploy sponsorship funds that are ordinarily used for group activities at the local church, so they can meet urgent and critical needs of families with children and young people registered in the programme. This includes necessities such as food, clean water, shelter, clothing, household items, and even medical care and trauma counselling.

Please take a few moments to watch this video from Sydney Muisyo, Compassion’s Head of Global Programme to hear more about what this change looks like and how our incredible church partners are adapting.

As some countries see a lifting of restrictions, there are a number of Compassion projects that are gradually re-opening, returning to our traditional project-based programme. You can find details of where this is happening in the country list above.

Compassion UK

In line with government advice and updates from Public Health England all international travel is currently suspended and most of our UK team are working from home. We remain committed to serving our supporters with excellence and are doing all we can to minimise any impact on the service you receive from Compassion UK.

We’re still open for phone, email, and chat and our friendly team are available for your queries or if you’d like someone to pray with at this time, with the following changes to normal service:

• As we have fewer staff available to serve you, we’ve reduced our opening hours to 9:30am-5pm, Monday-Friday. Please do leave us a voicemail if you need a call back outside these hours.
• As we have reduced capacity to open post, we ask that you write to your sponsored children through myCompassion or the Compassion App for the moment.

Thank you for your patience at this complex time.

Please join us in continuing to pray for protection for those affected and wisdom for those making decisions – governments and health experts around the world - as they look to contain the spread of this virus. For more prayer points please visit our prayer page.

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