The First Hello: A Mother’s Love, Seven Years On 15 April 2026

The First Hello: A Mother’s Love, Seven Years On

A powerful, first-hand story of three mums in Uganda and how child sponsorship has shaped their children’s futures over seven years. Discover the strength of a mother’s love and the lasting impact of sponsorship.

Pastors Reflect on Uganda: Seeing Hope and God at Work Through Child Sponsorship 28 October 2025

Pastors Reflect on Uganda: Seeing Hope and God at Work Through Child Sponsorship

In August, a group of Kiwi pastors travelled to Uganda with Tearfund to witness firsthand how child sponsorship transforms lives and communities. From moments of deep joy to surprising encounters, their reflections reveal the power of faith in action.

Standing in the Gap: Reflections of Seeing the Local Church at Work in Uganda 28 October 2025

Standing in the Gap: Reflections of Seeing the Local Church at Work in Uganda

My recent experiences in Uganda showed me that sponsoring a child is a profound way to have a positive impact in a child’s life. Not only does it benefit the child you sponsor, but it also affects their family and community significantly – and it changes your life too! 

Mission work sparked a legacy gift to Tearfund 22 September 2025

Mission work sparked a legacy gift to Tearfund

There are many reasons our supporters choose to leave a gift in their Will for Tearfund. Here is one supporter’s story...

Tea Pickers and Testimonies: A Visit to Compassion’s Work in Sri Lanka 4 August 2025

Tea Pickers and Testimonies: A Visit to Compassion’s Work in Sri Lanka

Journey with our CEO Ian and his wife Himali as they meet young dreamers in Sri Lanka whose lives have been changed by child sponsorship.  

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