Let’s Stay UNITED
For the first time ever, Food for the Hungry united in August with World Vision and Compassion International to bond the Christian community through a concert event. The star-studded lineup benefited children and families worldwide who are most vulnerable to the aftershocks of COVID-19, as well as other natural disasters. We joined hands with some […]
Return to School Looks Different in 2020
Return to school brings many mixed emotions. There is often excitement for the new school year ahead or sadness that summer is coming to a close. But this year, uncertainty looms as the return to school looks different than it has in year’s past. Many of the same challenges we are facing here in the […]
Pursuing An Education Despite the Odds
“One child, one teacher, one book, one pen can change the world.” —Malala Yousafzai, education activist As each new day of 2020 brings more anxiety and stress over the current state of global and local events, it’s important to celebrate the good news and stories of success — many of them a long time in […]
Why A Christian Approach to Poverty Matters
A Christian Approach to Poverty I have worked in international relief and development for more than 27 years, beginning when I finished college in my home country of Bolivia. Over these 27 years, I have learned how faith-based organizations like Food for the Hungry (FH) make a unique contribution to eradicating poverty and alleviating human suffering. […]
COVID-19 Hotline Helps Moms Fight Anxiety, Depression
For Marta*, a busy mom in one of Lima’s disadvantaged neighborhoods, Food for the Hungry’s COVID-19 hotline is her lifeline. Peru has been in strict lockdown for months to prevent the spread of coronavirus. Yet recent reports warned that the epidemic is accelerating, despite the preventative measures. Families in FH’s programs are struggling with unimaginable […]
New Beginnings: Supporting Venezuelan Refugees in Lima
In 2016, I was zipping across Lima, Peru in brightly-colored mototaxis, visiting various savings groups as part of a microfinance project I was serving with. Under the same gray skies, thousands of Venezuelan refugees were seeking new beginnings in their new home country. Soon, there was a visible difference. They stood on street corners selling […]
Statement from Food for the Hungry on Racial Injustice
On the eve of Juneteenth, the day rightfully dedicated to commemorating the end of slavery and the importance of Black freedom and Black lives, Food for the Hungry affirms and proclaims that Black lives matter. We stand in solidarity with our Black colleagues, friends, neighbors, and brothers and sisters in Christ. Together, we pursue an […]
6 Child-Friendly Podcasts for Dads with Curious Kids
Here at Food for the Hungry (FH) we love to celebrate dads and the vital role that fathers play in raising healthy children, supporting education, fostering imagination, and building thriving communities for the next generation. The first 1,000 days are so important to a child’s health and development, giving children a good start at life, […]
A Child’s Life Changed: Anianna’s Story
El Kennedy: Before FH A decade ago, Food for the Hungry started working in El Kennedy, a community in the Dominican Republic. Like many of its counterparts in the DR, El Kennedy faced poverty that threatened its community members. While the Dominican Republic has reduced its poverty rates over time, the World Bank estimates that the […]
Ethiopia is Practicing Social Distancing, Too
As we all know, COVID-19 has put many things on pause. In the U.S., we’ve been practicing social distancing, proper handwashing, and good hygiene and sanitation habits. FH Ethiopia, in collaboration with a task force, has also ensured that community members are also taking these precautions very seriously. But how? Sanitary Materials Distribution First things […]
