A past fearful of children drowning no longer exists in a Zambian community. That changed with the arrival of World Vision-drilled wells. Now a young mother and her community no longer fear water-borne illness or sending children to collect water.
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From the Field
Reading club helps Alberta thrive in Ghana
Nine-year-old Alberta struggled to read and speak English at school in Ghana. A World Vision–supported reading club helped her gain confidence, literacy, and hope for the future.
From the Field
Eyewitness to need: Keeping a promise in Ghana
A mother and her two daughters take an unusual vacation to Ghana. They not only see the beauty of God’s earth, but learn how not having clean water stops progress for mothers and daughters just like them.
From the Field
Equipping classrooms across the U.S.
World Vision’s Teacher Resource Center helps stock the classrooms of educators serving Title I schools, where many students come from low-income households. When families cannot afford to purchase basic school supplies for their children, teachers often compensate by using their personal funds. For many students across the Pacific Northwest, those simple items help remove small barriers to learning.
From the Field
Haiti crisis: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
The current situation in Haiti is dire, with escalating gang violence, sociopolitical instability, and a cholera epidemic, all endangering vulnerable populations. Learn more about the situation that is affecting millions of people in Haiti and how World Vision is responding to the crises.
From the Field
Sudan crisis: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Since even before the conflict began on April 15, 2023, Sudan has faced a severe humanitarian crisis. To date, thousands of lives have been lost and 14.3 million people displaced, including 7 million children — the largest number of children displaced globally, as result of the conflict in Sudan. Ongoing violence is compounding an existing hunger crisis, endangering millions and threatening famine. Explore key crisis facts and how World Vision is responding to support impacted children, their families, and communities.
From the Field
Building resilient communities by improving lives of women and girls
Traditionally women and girls have faced many obstacles that have kept them from realizing their full potential. World Vision works alongside local leaders to increase possibilities for girls and women and by doing so, strengthens the entire community.
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
Gifts following wildfires build community bonds
One year after devastating wildfires ravaged the Los Angeles area, World Vision continues partnering with local church and community-based organizations to ensure that people affected by the fires receive the critical support they need.
From the Field
25 memorable moments from 2025
In 2025, millions of lives were upended by war, disasters, and hunger. As World Vision responded, we witnessed courage and resilient hope in the midst of hardship. Read as photographers from World Vision’s U.S. office share particular moments and photos that moved them.