1. When the ‘Chicken Dance’ made it to Kenya

…and was performed by these adorable toddlers!

2. Kissia’s reaction to seeing the ocean for the first time

The ocean is not far for Kissia’s home in Brazil, but poverty has prevented her family from making the journey. She’d always dreamed of seeing the sea, so Tearfund’s partner Compassion made it happen!

“I hardly slept well, thinking about what it would be like to see the sea for the first time,” she says. “It’s much bigger and more beautiful than I imagined.”

3. Double trouble in Peru

Twin boys Marcos and Isaac from Peru are double the blessing (and double the cuteness!) for their family.

4. Tambourine trouble in the Dominican Republic

When you want to play the drums at church but get assigned the tambourine instead.

5. That one friend who can’t contain their excitement…

Everyone is looking forward to their lunch at the Compassion centre, but Gerard from Togo is really looking forward to it.

6. This ‘no paparazzi’ moment in Ethiopia

Little Merdokios’s reaction to being asked to join in the family photo is every two-year-old everywhere!

7. Stop! Triplet time.

Meet Patience, Grace and Samuel: possibly the sassiest triplets in Uganda! The trio has an incredible story surrounding their birth. Their mother didn’t know she was expecting multiples and endured labour on the back of a motorbike! Today, the siblings are sponsored by a set of triplets in Australia.

8. A first birthday party in Indonesia

Aurel and Hansen’s families cannot afford to celebrate their children’s birthdays. But, this year, for the first time, the children experienced the joy of a party and a special gift from Tearfund’s partner Compassion.

9. When Sienna met Praise in Kenya

Since they were small, Sienna and Praise have taken photographs of themselves holding each other’s photo. In 2017, their relationship stepped off the pages of their letters and into their memories when they met each other for the first time.

10. Praying hard in Uganda

Nicholas and his friends say grace before their meal—reminding us all to have a child-like faith.

Why you should support a Modern Slavery Act in New Zealand

Tuesday, 17 May 2022 — Morgan Theakston

The New Zealand Government has proposed legislation to address modern slavery and worker exploitation in New Zealand and internationally. But what does this mean, what is proposed and how can you help?

Why does New Zealand need a Modern Slavery Act?  

Wednesday, 20 April 2022 — Morgan Theakston

You may be wondering if modern slavery happens in New Zealand supply chains or just overseas. Will a Modern Slavery Act be a burden on businesses? Can legislation truly create change? We unpack these questions in this blog.

Ukraine Crisis: The view from Poland

Thursday, 17 March 2022 — Medair

As millions of Ukrainian refugees flee to safety, Tearfund’s partner in Poland shares their heartbreaking stories and helps them adjust to life on the other side of the border.

Three beautiful short stories of the church in action during Covid-19

Tuesday, 08 February 2022 — Compassion International

From Colombia to Educador to Uganda, here are three short stories from our Compassion churches we hope will encourage you!

Former Kiwi cop combatting Thailand's dark underworld

Thursday, 20 January 2022 — Grace Ellis

Matthew Valentine spent 14-years of his life as a detective with the New Zealand Police. Little did he know his passion for fighting crime would take him to the streets of Thailand working for an organisation fighting human trafficking.

I regularly give to Tearfund, so what?

Friday, 22 October 2021 — Carl Adams

Tearfund’s ministry is about creating positive impacts in people’s lives but this would not be possible without the generous support of Kiwis.  Your donation is not just about how much money gets to where it is needed, but the level of positive change it creates.  I want to present impact through the lens of stewardship, and asking the question: “so what?”

Why periods are no longer a red light

Monday, 11 October 2021 — Compassion International

Today is International Day of the Girl Child where we recognise the rights and unique challenges girls face globally. One of the many challenges they face is period poverty. Millions of girls in developing countries experience shame, confusion and even stigma and discrimination when they get their period. The good news is in Compassion centres around the world, girls are finding education, protection, empowerment, safe bathrooms and period supplies.

Our 10 favourite moments with sponsored children that’ll make you smile!

1. When the ‘Chicken Dance’ made it to Kenya

2. Kissia’s reaction to seeing the ocean for the first time

3. Double trouble in Peru

4. Tambourine trouble in the Dominican Republic

5. That one friend who can’t contain their excitement…

6. This ‘no paparazzi’ moment in Ethiopia

7. Stop! Triplet time.

8. A first birthday party in Indonesia

9. When Sienna met Praise in Kenya

10. Praying hard in Uganda

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