Communities in Jamaica face a long recovery after Hurricane Melissa, with rising health risks as families are forced to bathe in and drink from contaminated floodwaters. World Vision is responding alongside partner organizations with mobile water treatment systems, training, and more to help keep children, families, and communities safe.
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Change Makers
What is extreme poverty and how can we end it?
Extreme poverty affects nearly 700 million people worldwide. Learn what causes it, how it impacts children and families, and discover proven solutions from World Vision and global experts.
Change Makers
How the Church can help end extreme poverty
Discover how the Church can help end extreme poverty — through action, compassion, and a gospel-driven mission to work for lasting change.
From the Field
During disasters, World Vision’s Pastor Ambassadors bring spiritual support
During disasters, World Vision’s Pastor Ambassadors bring encouragement and spiritual support to other pastors and to people reeling from the effects of the disaster.
From the Field
Delivering hope: Hurricanes Helene and Milton disaster relief
Back-to-back hurricanes have devastated the Southeastern U.S. Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida’s Big Bend on Sept. 26, 2024, followed by Hurricane Milton, a Category 3 storm, which struck near Siesta Key on Oct. 9. Communities across the Southeast experienced severe damage, and World Vision responded immediately with critical supplies. In partnership with local churches and organizations, we delivered essential items such as clean water, generators, and more. Learn how World Vision is helping to rebuild lives and restore hope in the aftermath of these catastrophic storms.
From the Field
From disasters to healing: World Vision’s work in the U.S.
World Vision responds to disasters globally, including in the United States. Learn about World Vision’s history of U.S. disaster responses, as well our work in education and distributing essential supplies and building materials to communities affected by emergencies in the U.S.
From the Field
World Vision’s Chosen® prompts abundant giving and growth
Bayview Church’s experience with participating in World Vision’s Chosen® sponsorship experience has led to an increase in generosity and church growth.
From the Field
Rebuilding after Hurricane Helene
A North Carolina couple lost their dream home when Hurricane Helene devastated their community. Through donated supplies and connections with a local churches and construction company, World Vision is helping them begin to rebuild.
From the Field
In photos: 24 memorable moments from 2024
In 2024, the lives of millions were upended by war, disasters, and hunger. As World Vision responded, we witnessed courage and resilient hope through encounters with hardship. See incredible images captured by World Vision communicators throughout this year.
Prayers
Explore the meaning of Matthew 25 through prayer
As Christians, we have a choice: respond to unsettling realities in the world with fear and avoidance, or follow Jesus in responding to the greatest needs of our day with love and hope. Reflecting on Matthew 25, pray with us for World Vision’s work around the world.