Decades of conflict, poverty, natural disasters, and COVID-19 have deepened the humanitarian crisis facing children and families in Afghanistan. Learn how World Vision is helping families caught up in the crisis.
News & Stories
Prayers
Matthew 25: Prayer for food 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
After Haiti earthquake, mourning with Marceline
On August 14, 2021, Haiti was rattled by a magnitude 7.2 earthquake that ravaged the island’s southern peninsula. The shockwaves spread panic across the island, brought death and desolation to thousands of families, overwhelmed hospitals, flattened buildings, and trapped people under rubble in at least two cities. Read firsthand accounts from a World Vision communications officer and survivors.
From the Field
Rwandan woman advocates for children’s education
Dativa never got to complete her education, but she made sure her own kids finished school. She also is raising a girl from the community to give her a chance at an education too.
From the Field
Much-needed PPE for Navajo Nation frontline workers
Jonathan Nez, Navajo Nation president, says the personal protective equipment donations for frontline workers are equipping them to do battle against the monster that is COVID-19, which has invaded their communities.
From the Field
Refugee family finds hope after receiving Gift Catalog goats
A family fleeing conflict in South Sudan lost everything and has started over in a refugee settlement in Uganda. World Vision Gift Catalog goats are helping them rebuild their lives.
From the Field
Gift Catalog goats open a floodgate of blessings in Zambia
A family was struggling in rural Zambia, but a gift of goats through World Vision’s Gift Catalog changed their lives and allowed them to also bless others. Now their children are dreaming of a bright future.
From the Field
Racing against the spread of hunger in East Africa
By air, land, and sea, World Vision is racing to deliver emergency food supplies across East Africa for families in need.
Voices
Q&A: Singer–songwriter Wé McDonald
Singer–songwriter Wé McDonald — whose powerful talents debuted on NBC’s “The Voice” in 2016 — partnered with World Vision to feature a tote in the 2021 Gift Catalog. She sat down with World Vision to talk new music, Christmas traditions, and why her tote makes a perfect gift.
Change Makers
3 ways to bless your sponsored child
As you shop for Christmas gifts and send greeting cards, you can also bless your World Vision sponsored child with a letter, package, or Special Gift — and the My World Vision app makes it all easy.
Change Makers
Retired Georgia teacher devotes life to helping children in need
A child sponsor through World Vision since 1962, Annice Whatley has devoted her life to making the world more just for children in need.
Change Makers
Montana girl’s love for glitter sends gifts of hope to children
Seven-year-old Rooney Weidemann of Montana is dedicated to sending hope to families in need by gifting animals through the World Vision Gift Catalog.
