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.
10 Questions to Ask Before Donating to Any Charity
March 11, 2026
You see a cause that moves you. Your heart says yes, but your head whispers: Is this charity actually going to use my money well?
That pause? That’s wisdom, not skepticism.
Caring for the Most Vulnerable: Why Compassion Still Matters
March 4, 2026
By Paulo Lopes, President, ADRA International “Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will reward them for what they have done.” — Proverbs 19:17 (NIV) In a world that often feels overwhelmed by competing crises and endless needs, I sometimes hear a particular question: Does
Love Without Borders: Compassion That Crosses Continents
February 3, 2026
In my three decades of humanitarian work, one truth has emerged with crystal clarity: love speaks every language.
Building a Better World: ADRA’s Global Vision for the Year Ahead
January 1, 2026
By Paulo Lopes, President, ADRA International There’s a verse from Isaiah that has been on my mind as we step into 2026: “See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it?” These ancient words capture something essential about this moment for ADRA and
The Gift of Hope: How Your Support Changes Lives Around the World
December 19, 2025
In the early hours after Hurricane Melissa tore through Jamaica this past October, our emergency response teams navigated flooded streets and toppled power lines to reach families huddled in shelters.
A Year of Hope—Because of You
December 18, 2025
As the year draws to a close, we pause to reflect on the lives changed, the communities strengthened, and the hope restored—all because of your generosity.
Hurricane Melissa Response in Jamaica: An ADRA Emergency Team Reflection
December 18, 2025
Hurricane Melissa struck Jamaica on October 28, 2025, as a powerful Category 5 storm with sustained winds near 185 mph, making it the strongest hurricane in the nation’s history.
World Migrant Day 2025: Walking With Families on the Move
December 18, 2025
Every day across the world, families take courageous steps toward safety, stability, and hope.
Running With Purpose: Meet Dietmar, ADRA Japan’s Tokyo Marathon 2026 Charity Runner
December 1, 2025
Around the world, thousands of runners lace up their shoes not only to test their limits, but also to support causes that create meaningful change.
Gratitude Without Borders | A Thanksgiving Story
November 26, 2025
When the war reached their hometown of Novomoskovsk, Dmytro Trebushkovand his wife faced an impossible choice: stay in the home they had built with their foster children or flee with nothing but fait