Image from Compasssion International Film "Small Deposits, Sustainable Futures"
Compassion International has been named a Silver Winner in the 2026 Telly Awards for its five-part documentary series, “Compassion Partnership Films,” in the Campaign — Not-for-Profit category.
The Telly Awards honor excellence in video and television across all screens and recognize work from leading brands, agencies, production companies and nonprofit organizations around the world.
“The series highlights the power of strategic partnerships between not-for-profit organizations, amplifying their respective impact. Compassion’s partnerships address some of the world’s most pressing challenges, including poverty, violence, trauma, food insecurity, lack of clean water and economic instability,” according to the announcement.
“This recognition is a meaningful honor because these films are ultimately about the power of partnership,” says Jimmy Mellado, president and CEO of Compassion International. “Each story reflects what can happen when organizations bring their unique expertise together for the sake of children and families. We are grateful to our partners and to the global teams who helped bring these stories to life.”
The award-winning campaign features five partnership films:
“Small Deposits, Sustainable Futures”
Created in partnership with HOPE International, this film highlights how microfinance, savings groups and small business development are bringing financial and spiritual hope to communities affected by poverty in Rwanda.
Created in partnership with Fellowship of Christian Athletes, this film shows how sports-based partnerships are helping children in Ethiopia experience healing, community and faith after the trauma of violence and war.
Image from "Formed in Love, Filled with Joy"
“Formed in Love, Filled with Joy”
Created in partnership with Awana, this film demonstrates how Bible engagement programs are helping children in Zimbabwe encounter lasting hope and healing in communities impacted by conflict.
Created in partnership with Water Mission, this film tells the story of clean water access in rural Malawi and the role safe water plays in restoring health, dignity and opportunity.
“Daily Bread from the Garden Bed”
Created in partnership with ECHO, this film highlights how agricultural training and resources are helping reduce hunger and bring sustainable food solutions to communities in Tanzania.
"It's an honor to be recognized by the Telly Awards for excellence in our category, " says Ian Johnson, a creative director for the organization. "It's especially meaningful to me and my team that the project showcasing our organizational commitment to partnerships garnered the award. We know that tackling a big problem like global poverty can only be done together."
The winning project was produced by one of Compassion International’s creative teams, with credits including Kenneth Robinson, manager of creative video; Will Stark, producer; Payton Metcalf, producer; and Jacob Snyder, video editor.
Compassion International representatives are available for interviews to discuss the project and the role of strategic partnerships in serving children and families around the world.
