An old farmer starts a new business in Guatemala
In a remote Guatemalan mountain community, Don Fidel, once a struggling coffee farmer, now thrives as a carpenter thanks to modern agriculture methods introduced by Cross International.
God’s love, transforming deepest need into thriving joy
Stories
Baby Yeimi’s Life-Saving Journey
Join us on an inspiring journey as Cross International’s supporters make a life-changing difference for baby Yeimi in rural Guatemala, offering hope and healing where it’s needed most.
On the Move: A little girl gets the care she needs in Zambia
Hope in Zambia: Hanna, a newborn with clubfoot, found healing through a local partner. Despite the distance, her family journeyed to the clinic in Lusaka. With Hope Walk’s support, Hanna now walks!
Feeding Hope on Cordoncillo Island
Join us on a journey to Cordoncillo Island. Amidst wealth and poverty, Cross International and our local partner provide food relief to families in need. Together, we bring hope, compassion, and sustenance to create lasting impact.
A Place for Joy: Supporting a Home for Children with Disabilities
Christian is one of many disabled children living at Hogar Padre Vito Guarato, a home to care for, and protect, children with disabilities who have been abandoned by their families in El Salvador. Christian radiates peace and happiness because he knows that he’s loved.
The Power of Knowledge
Nearly one in five people in the province of Barahona has never received any type of schooling. Elil was one of them. She felt ashamed because she couldn’t read or write. But an unexpected answer came in the form of a literacy program.
Partner Highlight: Kupenda for the Children, Kenya
Many people in Kenya believe that disabilities are caused by witchcraft or are a punishment from God. Kupenda for the Children’s mission is to fight against these harmful beliefs by training community leaders to serve as advocates for children with disabilities.
Katya’s Story – New World Christian School Ecuador
Getting a quality education can be a challenge for many young people in the developing world. For 18-year-old Katya from Riobamba, Ecuador, becoming a mother made that challenge more daunting. Then she and her husband found New World Christian School.
A Summer Without Hunger
Summer can be an extremely difficult time for children in the developing world. For some, school lunches are the only food they can rely on and without consistent meals, these children can begin slipping into malnutrition.
Finding Her Place: A girl in Haiti discovers belonging
14-year-old Meh was born with Down syndrome in Haiti. Despite her condition, Meh began school when she was 5, but struggled to find the special needs support she needed to help her succeed.
A Young Woman and Her Family Rise Out of Poverty
Josefina and her husband were stuck, struggling to find enough work to put food on their table and care for their four children. But God bless them with a new opportunity.
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Restoring Peace to Gulu
In Gulu, Uganda, over 250,000 children lack access to safe public parks. The 15-acre Gulu Community Park aims to change this by providing a secure space for play and learning while creating local jobs. Your support can help make this vision a reality and share Christ’s love with the community.
Rescue and Recovery in Rural Guatemala
A baby near death. A mother desperate for help. In rural Guatemala, access to nutrition and care can mean the difference between life and loss. Your support helps deliver urgent aid and build a foundation for lasting recovery.
The Heroic Educators of Divine Shelter School-Sarthe
In Port-au-Prince, where danger looms daily, the teachers of Divine Shelter School in Sarthe stand strong, bravely keeping their doors open despite relentless gang threats and efforts to destroy their school.
Community Transformation in Guatemala
Extreme poverty is high in Guatemala, where over half the population is below the poverty line. With nearly 50% chronic malnutrition, it’s the most undernourished country in Latin America and fourth worldwide.
Christian Education Paving Pathways in Haiti
Haiti, the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere, has faced natural disasters, cholera, gang violence, and political turmoil—yet amid adversity, its people continue to show incredible resilience and hope.
Bryan’s Story: A pathway to flourishing in Ecuador
For families in extreme poverty, education is often sacrificed. Though free public education is available in Ecuador, many can’t afford the required supplies and uniforms for their children.
Advancing through Agriculture in Nicaragua
Although Ulises and his wife Daysi have never been surrounded by material abundance, their faith in God runs deep. After all, they’ve witnessed a miracle.
Hidden Villages: Ending Generational Poverty in Dominican Bateyes
Hidden in the Dominican Republic, bateyes are home to struggling families. Cross International is bringing hope and lasting change to these communities in Jesus’ name.
Sewing a Better Future
Within the Eastern Province of Zambia, many single, divorced and widowed women find it exceedingly difficult to provide for their household’s basic needs. But our local partner uses self-help groups to empower these women to build sustainable small businesses.
Building Hope in Malawi
Malawi’s struggles have worsened due to COVID-19 and storms like Cyclone Ana, displacing over 190,000 people. Safe homes for these vulnerable families can provide shelter, stability, and hope.
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