How Deworming Changed Gaston’s Life
Gaston should have been running, playing, and studying like any 10-year-old boy in Burundi. But instead, he was fighting an infestation of intestinal worms — parasites that stole his life. Gaston’s mother, Imelde, reports that her son was vomiting after every meal. He would refuse food because he didn’t have an appetite. And, he didn’t […]
Championing the Vulnerable: Advocacy Highlights This Past Year
“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 among us. In reflecting on […]
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, sanitation, and health (WASH) have […]
On the Frontlines: Preventing Coronavirus in Cox’s Bazar
Updated June 2, 2020 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 times, […]
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 enough to overcome for those living in […]
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 are important and valuable to God. We […]
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. Her alcoholic husband died 14 […]
6 Ways to Make the Most of Your Lent Experience
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 feet of Jesus when He entered […]
A Full Circle Journey: Introducing Mark Viso
Thirty years ago, a young man named Mark Viso joined Food for the Hungry (FH) as a volunteer in famine-ravaged Ethiopia. He saw the crisis there and knew he had to do something. That something, serving the people of Ethiopia, changed Mark’s heart. He credits that experience for the passion he developed for international relief […]
Your Giving Heart Gave Austomi a New Heart
Matters of the heart are no simple matter. In fact, God’s Word has all kinds of wisdom about our hearts. Our hearts store our hopes, our desires, our emotions–and power the rest of our body with blood. The Bible says that out of our hearts flow the wellspring of life. Ultimately, our actions and the […]
