Spend five days with a Kenyan family as they battle hunger, and learn what hunger can do to a person’s stomach and soul. Writer Kari Costanza shares what hunger feels like.
News & Stories
Hunger
From the Field
Africa hunger, famine: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
In the midst of all the conflicting headlines you see each day, you’ve probably heard about the Africa hunger crisis. Here are a few basic facts about drought, famine, malnutrition, and hunger in Africa as well as how you can help World Vision respond.
Voices
Blessed by a broken heart
World Vision U.S. President Rich Stearns reflects on how when our hearts are broken by the world’s suffering, we remain tender to see as Jesus sees.
From the Field
Facing famine: Battling hunger with hope in East Africa
Millions of people face famine if the current hunger crisis in East Africa continues to worsen. Read their stories and learn how World Vision is responding.
From the Field
Hunger in Africa pushes over 20 million to the brink of starvation
A new coalition of leading relief organizations urge Americans to take action to save lives as Africa faces famine and extreme hunger crisis.
From the Field
East Africa food crisis: Voices from Turkana
25 million people are in danger of starvation in East Africa. Listen to the voices of Ngikwasinyen, a community now called “dry sand.” Hear their cries.
Prayers
Matthew 25: Pray for the hungry
Hunger is a problem that has plagued humanity for millennia, and it continues to haunt us. Join us in prayer for the hungry and the people working to feed them.
Voices
Kelvin Beachum Jr. on faith, family, and football
NFL player Kelvin Beachum Jr. reflects on his priorities in life and his passion for servanthood — specifically ending hunger.
A better breed of cassava improves livelihoods in Tanzania
The Kayombo family was just barely getting by as cassava farmers, but a successful livelihoods project changed everything. Read their story.
Thanksgiving: Kids give thanks for vegetables
KidREACH — a World Vision afterschool, tutoring, and mentoring program — teaches kids about healthy eating and how to cultivate fruits and vegetables. Learn how the kids at Mount Vernon Elementary School in Brownton, West Virginia, are reading, writing, and gardening.