ADRA Commemorates 40 Years of Mission with US$1 Million Training Program in Honor of Pioneering Leader Ralph Watts
SILVER SPRING, MD (October 23, 2023) – The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) is proud to commemorate 40 years of making a difference in the lives of millions of people around the world. As part of this milestone, ADRA salutes Ralph Watts, a dedicated servant and leader within the organization, who has played a pivotal […]
ADRA Celebrates World Teachers’ Day with New Classroom Resources and Shows Commitment to Education at Annual Educators’ Convention
SILVER SPRING, MD (October 5, 2023) – In commemoration of World Teacher’s Day (Oct. 5), the Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) recognizes the dedication and vital role of teachers across the world. To highlight its commitment to educators, the global humanitarian agency launched its new online community hub with digital classroom tools in August at […]
ADRA Appoints Three New Vice Presidents
SILVER SPRING, MD (October 2, 2023) – The Adventist Development & Relief Agency (ADRA) has announced the appointment of three new vice presidents. Charné Renou has been appointed as the agency’s incoming vice president for finance. Sonya Funna Evelyn has been appointed to a newly created vice president role in the agency’s growing programmatic and […]
Morocco Earthquake: ADRA Intensifies Efforts to Assist Victims in Hardest Hit Areas
SILVER SPRING, MD (September 13, 2023) – The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) emergency response teams are on the ground in Morocco ready to deliver humanitarian relief to victims in the aftermath of the deadly earthquake and aftershocks that devastated the country, on September 8. The major quake, with a magnitude of 6.8 and a […]
ADRA Celebrates 40th Anniversary by Planting 40,000 Trees in Zimbabwe
SILVER SPRING, MD (September 7, 2023) The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) is kicking off its 40th anniversary celebrations in Africa by planting 40,000 fruit trees across Zimbabwe from August to December. The theme of the #plantafruittree project, “Environmental Safeguarding and Climate Change,” highlights ADRA’s legacy of implementing practical efforts to mitigate the consequences of […]
Maui Wildfires: ADRA Partners With Adventist Health and Adventist Community Services for Recovery Efforts
SILVER SPRING, MD (August 23, 2023) –The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) is continuing to collaborate with Adventist Health and Adventist Community Services (ACS) to help Maui communities recover. Over $100,000 in emergency products and cash is being donated by the global humanitarian organization to support ACS and Adventist Health in responding to the tragic […]
ADRA Providing Aid to Filipino Communities impacted by Mayon Volcanic Activity and Typhoon Egay
SILVER SPRING, MD (August 8, 2023)- Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) has stepped up aid to assist the Philippines in the wake of the Mayon Volcanic Activity. Since June 19th Mayon Volcano is still under level 3 alert, which indicates that it is now experiencing a high unrest due to the presence of magma at […]
Cyclone Mocha: ADRA Continues Response in Myanmar and Bangladesh
SILVER SPRING, MD (August 1, 2023) – The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) has been on the ground in Myanmar and Bangladesh following the aftermath of Cyclone Mocha, which struck the region earlier this year on May 14. The storm impacted nearly 3.4 million people. The strong surge flooded coastal areas and multiple communities, producing […]
Statement by ADRA President Michael Kruger on World Refugee Crises
“Every action matters in the lives of refugees and other displaced people struggling to survive in the absence of basic necessities such as food, shelter, and safety. We cannot turn a blind eye or remain silent in the face of their anguish. World Refugee Day serves as a reminder that we must all work together […]
Maryland Students #GoGreenWithADRA to Celebrate National Arbor Day
COLUMBIA, MD (April 28, 2023) – Atholton Adventist Academy students participated in “Go Green With ADRA,” to commemorate National Arbor Day, which is observed on the final week in April. The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) launched the “Go Green With ADRA” initiative to inspire young people to learn about the benefits of planting […]
