“Let them give thanks to the Lord for his unfailing love and his wonderful deeds for mankind, for He satisfies the thirsty and fills the hungry with good things.” – Psalms 107:8-9 At Food for the Hungry (FH), we believe in the mission of advocacy for the most vulnerable… Read More
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The Poor You Will Always Have With You—What Did Jesus Mean?
Have you ever known someone who was really passionate about poverty? The kind of person who goes on short-term mission trips, donates to help the poor, and seems to truly believe that poverty can be overcome? You may have wondered if that person was really thinking straight. After… Read More
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Germs Are Everywhere As you go about your day, you touch thousands of surfaces and objects. As you scroll on your iPhone. Open the fridge for a snack. Type on your computer keyboard. Clean up the Cheerios your toddler threw on the floor. Take the dog for… Read More
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8 Myths About Clean Water Around the World
A natural resource that covers 71% of the Earth’s surface and makes up to 60% of our bodies, water contributes to life around the world, including providing food, income, and wellbeing. Yet, the global water crisis is commonly misunderstood! This World Water Day, Food for the Hungry experts in water,… Read More
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On the Frontlines: Preventing Coronavirus in Cox's Bazar
COVID-19 continues to sweep global news headlines, with updates each hour informing us of the latest number of reported cases and quarantine measures. Everywhere you turn, people are stocking up on essentials, working remotely, or even on lockdown. In fact, it’s hard not to talk about the coronavirus. During such… Read More
Disaster Relief
Why Finding Ways to Pray in Times of Uncertainty Is So Important It seems like every time we check our newsfeeds or turn on the TV, we are overwhelmed with constant updates about different crises around the globe. We even feel the impact of some of these crises… Read More
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Overcoming All Odds: One Refugee’s Story of Determination
For the most vulnerable in our world, attending school and finding a stable job afterward can be seen as beating the odds. That’s because millions of children don’t have access to educational opportunities or families don’t have enough income to pay for school fees. These obstacles are hard… Read More
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In the US, we’re often uncomfortable talking about periods. Even when we’re talking about it among other women. But in parts of the world, the discomfort experienced from a period goes far beyond social discomfort. In some countries, girls aren’t allowed inside the house during their period. They aren’t allowed… Read More
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Photo Essay: Powerful Photos Show A Day in the Life of Women Around the World
Every year, International Women’s Day celebrates the achievements of women around the globe. In addition to honoring the world’s remarkable women, the day reminds us that not all women are equipped to reach their God-given potential. At FH, that matters because our faith tells us that all people… Read More
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Once Living in Fear: Guatemalan Mother Leader Transforms Community
“There Was Only Sadness” Marta, a volunteer mother leader from Chio, Guatemala, is a fighter. Not with her fists, but with prayer and brightly-colored booklets that she carries from house to house in her community. As a 64-year-old mother of nine, she is also a survivor of a violent marriage. Read More
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1. Pause from your daily routine. This year on February 26th, believers all over the world will participate in Ash Wednesday, commencing the start of Lent. Lent typically spans about 40 days, promptly starting the day after Ash Wednesday. Lent signifies the palms that civilians laid down at the… Read More
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How One Sewing Machine Helped a Refugee Start Over
A Life Interrupted When the South Sudanese Civil War began in 2013, millions of lives were disrupted and uprooted. Children were no longer safe at school. Parents wondered if they would be able to continue working in order to take care of their families. As the conflict escalated,… Read More
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Our Five Favorite International Literature Picks
First off, let’s be honest. Asking friends at Food for the Hungry (FH) to pick just five international literature favorites is impossible. I ended up with a list of 30 fiction and non-fiction choices (stay tuned for Part II). These books were our best friends on long plane rides. They… Read More