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.
God’s love, transforming deepest need into thriving joy
Stories
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.
War in Ukraine: Natalia’s Story
Like so many other Ukrainians, 34-year-old Natalia has been through a lot since the Russian invasion of her country in late February. They have set out to find safety, leaving their home and everything behind.
Humanitarian Crisis in Ukraine
As attacks from Russia increase, millions of Ukrainians are forced to flee their homes to save their lives. This has caused a major humanitarian crisis that requires our attention and compassion.
Raising Chickens: Moving Beyond Poverty in Guatemala
Argelia always worked hard to provide for her children, but with little opportunity the cards were stacked against her.
A Song for Safe Water
After learning about the clean water problems in Africa, Hugh and Liam’s hearts were moved to help. They decided to use their musical talents to raise money to build a well in Zambia.
A Helping Hand During COVID-19 in Ecuador
With her mother sick with COVID and in the midst of pandemic lockdowns in Ecuador, Cross International friends like you put food on the table for Daira and her family.
Medical Care in Africa: A Young Man Finds Hope on His Way to Healing
Growing up in a rural village in Malawi with a disability was not easy. While the other children ran, played, helped with chores, and went to school, Pemphero became an outcast and suffered tremendous loneliness.
A Baby Nursed Back to Health in Guatemala
At 22 days old, little Vilma weighed just 4 pounds. She was suffering from severe malnourishment. But she was found and treated by the nutritional rescue team and is now responding beautifully.
Earthquake in Haiti: Update
The devastation across the island nation is great, but thanks to the kindness and generosity of our supporters, we are working to provide essential emergency relief to earthquake victims across southern Haiti.
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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.
Christians Provide Clean, Safe Water in Zambia
Clean water is one of the most basic of all human needs. Without it children, families, and entire communities struggle just to survive. Poverty, sickness, and even death linger wherever people lack a source of clean, safe water.
What a Princess Looks Like
Poverty hampers Ugandan girls’ dreams, leading to early marriages. Your support changes that. Over 2,000 girls find refuge through education and empowerment, offering them hope and dignity for a brighter future.
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.
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.
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