World Vision partners with the National Baptist Convention by providing products churches can use in their domestic ministry. To engage parishioners overseas, people within the church can sign up to be sponsored through Chosen.
News & Stories
From the Field
Restoring dignity in Senegal: How child sponsorship helps siblings with disabilities thrive
After years of stigma and barriers, siblings with disabilities in Senegal find hope, freedom, and inclusion as a result of World Vision’s community-based child sponsorship program. “Children living with disabilities are no longer rejected or hidden away,” says Mariama, 15.
From the Field
Malaria: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Explore the latest updates in the fight against malaria — a life-threatening disease transmitted by mosquitoes. Discover progress in diagnosis, treatment, and prevention benefiting pregnant mothers and children under 5.
From the Field
A Chicago after-school program offers alternatives for kids
A partner’s smoke breaks gave Officer William Martinez an opportunity to play basketball with kids in vulnerable Chicago communities. That led him to opening an after-school program where he hopes to set kids on a more positive path for their futures. His police precinct partners with World Vision, which provides William with tools he can use to meet the needs of the children and their families.
From the Field
World Vision and Central Texas churches offer flood relief
World Vision’s North Texas Site Manager, John Huddle, recounts his experiences on the ground with church partners in Central Texas immediately following the devastating 2025 floods.
From the Field
Child labor: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Around the world, about 160 million children ages 5 to 17 are engaged in child labor, which robs them of their childhood and limits their ability to reach their full potential. Learn what is child labor, child labor history, and what World Vision is doing to end it.
From the Field
Shofika won’t let her disability and refugee status stop her
Even before being forced to flee Myanmar, Shofika dealt with the problems her disability caused for her within her community. But she refuses to give up becoming a leader within her new community of Rohingya refugees in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh.
Change Makers
A Pittsburgh woman’s servant heart supports Knit for Kids
Volunteer Dee Fuller volunteers once a week at World Vision’s warehouse near Pittsburgh. She helps maintain the database of Knit for Kids, but she also is a knitter who contributes her time and talents by creating sweaters, caps, and blankets to keep children around the world warm during winter weather.
Voices
Carrying faith forward: Third Day’s Mac Powell reflects on decades of impact following visit to Ghana
For three decades, Third Day has partnered with World Vision, inviting fans to turn faith into action through child sponsorship. Mac Powell, the band’s lead singer, reflects on child sponsorship, the role of fans in sustaining the work, and what it means to continue inviting others into action as the band prepares for a 30-year reunion tour.
From the Field
Donations help a school meet students’ needs beyond academics
The staff at a Bronx middle school strive to create a welcoming atmosphere for its students. One way they’re able to do that is through donations of furniture, Christmas decorations, and school supplies.
From the Field
6 facts about female genital mutilation (FGM)
Here are key facts about female genital mutilation (FGM), a harmful practice that has affected at least 230 million women and girls across 30 countries. Millions more girls are at risk.
From the Field
Africa hunger crisis: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Millions of people across Africa are facing severe hunger. This food insecurity crisis is driven by a combination of factors, including conflicts, extreme weather events, economic instability, and the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn what’s causing Africa’s hunger crisis and how you can help children and families in need.
