Our Work

ADRA’s purpose is to serve humanity so all may live as God intended. This is only possible with your partnership.

Programming Areas

Our holistic approach prioritizes integrated, multi-sectoral projects.

U.S. Funded Projects

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Partnering with ADRA

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The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) is a private voluntary organization implementing humanitarian and development programming in over 118 countries. Our purpose is to serve humanity so all may live as God intended. We are a global network with permanent in-country offices that provide us with the local presence, contextual experience, knowledge, and government and community relationships underpinning effective, sustainable development programming and rapid humanitarian responses.

Learn more about ADRA’s reach in our latest Annual Report.

Where We Work

International
ADRA Offices

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Helping Globally

U.S. Funded
Projects

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Explore Our Programming Areas

Our efforts are focused on the following areas.

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Agriculture

ADRA promotes sustainable agriculture that improves food security and livelihoods, empowering farmers with skills, technology, and market access to build resilient communities and drive lasting economic and environmental progress.
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Livelihoods

ADRA empowers communities by promoting sustainable livelihoods, providing training and education, and supporting small business development.
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Economic Growth

ADRA empowers communities to thrive by building stronger, more inclusive economies. Through partnerships with businesses, governments, and local entrepreneurs, we expand market access, create jobs, and drive lasting, sustainable prosperity.
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Education

ADRA’s commitment to literacy and education is not just about teaching people to read and write but about opening doors to opportunities, enhancing self-sufficiency, and building resilient communities.
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Food Assistance

ADRA’s approach to food assistance emphasizes sustainability and community empowerment. Through its agricultural and livelihood programs, ADRA has helped numerous communities improve food security and self-sufficiency.
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Health

ADRA is giving people better access to vital health and social services by strengthening local systems and building the capacity of local institutions to improve services long beyond our presence.
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Nutrition

ADRA combats malnutrition through community-driven nutrition programs that promote healthy behaviors, strengthen local capacity, and deliver sustainable solutions to improve diets, health, and resilience for future generations.
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WASH

ADRA delivers sustainable water, sanitation, and hygiene solutions that improve health, restore dignity, and strengthen communities through safe water access, innovative sanitation systems, and transformative hygiene education.
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Emergency

Your support means that urgent resources are ready, and often prepositioned, to reach areas in need as quickly as possible through ADRA’s global network and partners.
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