What you need to know

• Can I attend a service at one of Compassion’s local church partners?

  For security and safety reasons, Compassion does not provide details about the churches that we partner with unless a supporter is participating in a planned visit.

  Visits typically take place on weekdays and do not include participating in a Sunday church service. However, as part of a visit, you will often be able to tour the church that the Compassion program is based in, meet staff and volunteers, and hear how they are serving children and families within their local context.

• Why do I have to organise my visit through Compassion?

  Compassion’s highest priority is the safety, privacy and protection of children. For this reason, all visits must be organised through Compassion Australia. All visitors must be accompanied by a local Compassion host and visitors may not contact children or their families without Compassion’s presence or approval.

• How is a Compassion Visit planned?

  In the planning stages, we will send you a draft itinerary and cost estimate for your review and approval. If you have any specific requests for the day, we will submit these to the local staff for consideration, however Compassion Australia will ultimately be led by their guidance and recommendations as to the most appropriate decision for the child and their family.