World Vision’s photographers traveled around the world this year to tell stories of heartache and of hope. Here are our favorite photos from 2017.
News & Stories
United States
From the Field
5 of the worst disasters in 2017
The world’s attention can shift easily once a new disaster strikes, but it’s important that we not forget the long-running crises, particularly in Syria and East Africa, that are affecting millions of children.
Voices
Q&A: Country superstar Jennifer Nettles partners with World Vision
World Vision spoke with country superstar Jennifer Nettles of Sugarland about her partnering with World Vision on her upcoming Christmas tour.
From the Field
Photos of the most generous places in the world
When our writers and photographers travel, they visit some of the most generous places in the world. They are received with hospitality, but also get to witness generosity passed on to others. Through their eyes and photos, see this sacrificial giving spread.
Change Makers
A connection between a sponsor and her sponsored child
A Washington woman gave up her cellphone to sponsor a child. Her sacrifice changed
everything for both her and the girl she never met.
Change Makers
Blessing through business
An 11-year-old Ohio girls starts a business and raises money for Gift Catalog cows. And now her gifts keep on giving! Read Malina’s story.
From the Field
2017 Hurricane Nate: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Tropical Storm Nate has already killed more than 20 people in Central America. It’s expected to strengthen into a Category 1 storm and hit New Orleans.
From the Field
Generators boost Hurricane Irma recovery efforts in Florida
World Vision is helping Immokalee families and social service agencies in the midst of Hurricane Irma recovery by providing generators as part of relief efforts.
From the Field
Hurricane Irma relief: Churches bring hope to storm survivors
Standing in line at a Hurricane Irma relief goods distribution, Brenda Jennings’ voice shakes when she talks about finding out that her family had lost everything five days after Hurricane Irma hit Immokalee, Florida.
From the Field
After Hurricane Harvey, families begin recovery in Texas
Rolled-up blankets couldn’t keep Hurricane Harvey’s floodwaters from seeping into the Houston, Texas, home of Lilly Rosales and her husband, Jose Linares, on the night of August 26. As they quickly discussed what to do, water reached their ankles — then their knees.