The Biggest Stories of 2021
November 23, 2021
In this age of constantly updating information, even major stories disappear quickly from the headlines.
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3 Reasons to Practice Self-Compassion
November 16, 2021
If you’re reading this message, it’s safe to say you’re part of the ADRA family. This means that you probably don’t hesitate to step up and share your compassion with people in need around the world, as well as your family and friends.
Tanzania: Working With Schools, Vendors, and People With Albinism in Tanzania to Prevent COVID-19 Infections
November 12, 2021
Among the 59 million people who live in Tanzania, home to Africa’s highest mountain, Kilimanjaro, countless people in the nation to date do not believe that COVID-19 is real nor exists.
Africa: ADRA’s Efforts for Resilience Through Gardening
November 6, 2021
For a project created to fight hunger, you might assume that the main goal would be to fill empty stomachs.
3 Reasons to Love the Gift of Love
November 4, 2021
We always love to hear from supporters about their favorite gifts from ADRA’s gift catalog.
Madagascar: How a Father Cares For His Family, No Matter the Circumstance
October 23, 2021
Why is hunger on the rise around the world?
Can You Use 100 Dollars?
October 11, 2021
Stephanie was raised in the Seventh-day Adventist Church and has been familiar with serving those in need through the church’s organizations all her life.
Eswatini: In the Midst of Adversity, Nomvula Maintains Hope
October 10, 2021
Before Nomvula even sits down for her first lesson, the 14-year-old has already done two hours of chores, including 3 ½ miles of walking.
Supporter Spotlight: Doreen’s Story
October 7, 2021
ADRA supporter Doreen grew up on Saint Helena Island, a very small island in the Atlantic.
Eswatini: Gina’s Story of Uncertain Survival
September 28, 2021
The ten-year-old is too thin from chronic nutrition and when he has time to play, he rarely has the energy for it.
Transforming Communities: How Goat Farming is Changing Lives in Bangladesh
March 10, 2025
In the remote village of Dacope, Bangladesh, where the land is affected by high salinity and farming is a challenge, families struggle to find reliable sources of income. For women in particular, opportunities to earn a living and support their families are limited.
GAZA Ceasefire: ADRA Ramps Up Aid to Combat Hunger and Aid Vulnerable Communities
January 23, 2025
The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) is mobilizing critical, life-saving aid to support communities in Gaza following the recent Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement.
Restoring Hope and Reuniting Families: ADRA’s Lifesaving Work for Migrants
December 19, 2024
On World Migrant Day, we pause to reflect on the resilience and courage of millions of migrants worldwide and honor the organizations that tirelessly work to support them.
Bringing Relief and Hope: ADRA’s Emergency Response Efforts in 2024
December 16, 2024
In 2024, the Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) reaffirmed its role as a global leader in disaster response and humanitarian aid, addressing more than 114 emergencies across the globe.
From California to Peru: A Journey of Faith and Service
November 21, 2024
What inspires a young chiropractor to leave the comfort of Southern California, step away from modern-day conveniences, and travel to Peru in the middle of their winter to build homes for those in need?
A Young Heart for Service Inspires a Global Mission
October 16, 2024
“Helping others isn’t a job you apply for, it’s something that’s in your heart”, says Miranda Christina Jobe, aged 9.
ADRA Hosts Mental Health Webinar: “Let’s Talk Mental Health: How Can I Help My Child.”
October 7, 2024
“Nearly 20%—that’s one in five children— ages 3-17 in the U.S. have a mental, developmental, or behavioral disorder, like ADHD, anxiety, behavior issues, or depression,” says ADRA International’s Mental Health Specialist, Weanne Estrada-Magbunua, MPH, during the upcoming “Let’s Talk Mental Health: How Can I Help My Child” webinar. To start conversations
ADRA Brings Hope to Girls in Congo
October 3, 2024
It’s called “survival sex” and that we have a term for it lets you know just how common it is.
Spreading Awareness & Breaking the Stigma
September 24, 2024
Worldwide, 1 in 20,000 people are born with albinism.
World Literacy Day: Reaffirming ADRA’s Commitment to Education
September 8, 2024
As we stop to recognize World Literacy Day on September 8, the Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) continues to reaffirm its commitment to literacy as a foundational tool for achieving equality, individual empowerment and sustainable development. Michael Kruger, president of ADRA International, emphasizes the importance of literacy in ADRA’s