We understand that you may like to be able to choose a gift for your sponsored child, but unfortunately we can't send parcels overseas because of possible theft, high customs charges for our country offices, and postage costs.

Because of this, we can't deliver balloons, magnets, ribbons, teddy bears, dolls, sporting goods, books or anything made of metal or fabric. We can deliver anything flat, up to an A4 size and up to 6mm in thickness, made of paper or cardboard, such as postcards, bookmarks, origami, activity books and photos. Please ensure you write your sponsored child's name and number on any item you send.

In place of sending a physical gift to your sponsored child, giving a financial gift means that local centre staff in your child's community will be able to talk with your sponsored child and their family and purchase a gift locally. This ensures your gift matches your child's needs and cultural sensitivities and helps support the local economy.

You can:

• Give a gift
• Learn more about how Compassion gift giving works