ISRAEL — During a special ceremony in January in Jerusalem, Franklin Graham met with Israeli leaders and with families of the fallen to dedicate 14 new ambulances provided by Samaritan’s Purse for the use of Magen David Adom, Israel’s national emergency medical services provider. Each vehicle was inscribed with an excerpt from Scripture and with… Continue reading New Ambulances Being Used in Israel
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Love in Action in Israel
ISRAEL — A pastor in Israel gives thanks for the love and food that Samaritan’s Purse is providing for families displaced by the recent terrorist attacks. Samaritan’s Purse Partner: The morning, October 7, we are awake from the siren. Then my wife starts looking over, and she said, There are some people outside with a… Continue reading Love in Action in Israel
Providing Homes and the Hope of Jesus in Uganda
UGANDA— Today an estimated 1.3 billion people in the world live with a disability. Many of these people are in developing countries where they have limited access to medical care and mobility equipment. And too often, poverty and discrimination intensify the difficulties of living with a disability.That’s why the Joni and Friends program—Joni’s House—is committed… Continue reading Providing Homes and the Hope of Jesus in Uganda
Help The Persecuted Empowers Christians in Egypt with Livelihood Opportunities
EGYPT — Throughout the Middle East and North Africa when Christians come to faith they face extreme persecution including losing their jobs. Christian charity Help The Persecuted is empowering many of these persecuted believers in Egypt by providing them with opportunities to start their own businesses. GNA reporter Peter Wooding got to see the impact… Continue reading Help The Persecuted Empowers Christians in Egypt with Livelihood Opportunities
New Homes Dedicated in Alabama After Tornado Devastation
SELMA, ALABAMA — Samaritan’s Purse celebrated the completion of eight new or repaired homes in Selma, Alabama, after a tornado ripped through the area over a year ago. Families were grateful to God for this new start. Shawn Vollmering – Samaritan’s Purse: On January 12th in 2023, a tornado came through Selma, Alabama, and… Continue reading New Homes Dedicated in Alabama After Tornado Devastation
Samaritan’s Purse Provides Ambulances in Honor of Fallen Israeli Medics
JERUSALEM, ISRAEL — Samaritan’s Purse President Franklin Graham joined hundreds of Israeli citizens on Jan. 23 to dedicate 14 new ambulances for Magen David Adom, Israel’s emergency medical services provider. Graham honored the sacrifices of 19 Israeli Medics of Magen David Adom who have been killed since Oct. 7, the start of the current Israel-Hamas… Continue reading Samaritan’s Purse Provides Ambulances in Honor of Fallen Israeli Medics
Gifts Bring Joy to Israeli Children
ISRAEL — Samaritan’s Purse airlifted and distributed 24,000 boxes of gifts over Christmas for Israeli boys and girls. Ken Isaacs – Vice President of Programs & Government Relations Samaritan’s Purse: And today I’m in Moshavim, Israel. We brought 24,000 gifts into the country and we’re distributing them primarily in two of these regional council areas.… Continue reading Gifts Bring Joy to Israeli Children
International Fellowship of Christians and Jews Provides $19M in Aid in first 100 Days of Israel-Hamas War
JERUSALEM — To mark the 100th day of the Israel-Hamas War, the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (The Fellowship) today released details of its 2023 impact, which includes emergency aid support for those affected by the ongoing conflict. From October 7 through December 31, 2023, The Fellowship provided $19 million in emergency aid and… Continue reading International Fellowship of Christians and Jews Provides $19M in Aid in first 100 Days of Israel-Hamas War
Franklin Graham is returning to Mexico City to share a message of hope
MEXICO CITY — Franklin Graham is returning to Mexico one year after the historic, two-night outreach at Arena CDMX filled the venue. An additional 10,000 people watched the event outside the arena on screens set up in the overflow area. Franklin Graham is coming back to Mexico on February 17 and 18. This year, he… Continue reading Franklin Graham is returning to Mexico City to share a message of hope
New Book ‘What Are You Going to Do?’ Shares Inspiring Story of the Founding of Compassion International
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO — This January, a new book entitled “What Are You Going to Do?” shares the inspiring true story of Everett Swanson and the humble beginnings of the global Christian ministry Compassion International. In the fall of 1952, Rev. Everett Swanson flew from Chicago to South Korea to minister to American troops fighting… Continue reading New Book ‘What Are You Going to Do?’ Shares Inspiring Story of the Founding of Compassion International
Healing Hearts, Finding Jesus in Bolivia
BOLIVIA — Children’s Heart Project arranges critical cardiac surgeries for boys and girls in countries where the operations are not readily available. Children and parents in Bolivia tell how their lives have been transformed through the ministry. Congenital Heart Disease are defects in the heart. Therefore, these children do not have a long life expectancy.… Continue reading Healing Hearts, Finding Jesus in Bolivia
Samaritan’s Purse Delivers Ambulances to Israel
ISRAEL — Samaritan’s Purse teams and ministry partners are offering various forms of relief to the Israeli people following the Oct. 7 Hamas terrorist attacks that claimed more than 1,200 lives. They are providing 21 new ambulances, including seven that are armor-plated to guard against sniper rounds and other attacks. Ken Isaacs – Vice President… Continue reading Samaritan’s Purse Delivers Ambulances to Israel
Relief for Acapulco
ACAPULCO, MEXICO — Samaritan’s Purse is providing relief, clean water, tons of food, and thousands of tarps to hurting homeowners in Acapulco following the devastation caused by Hurricane Otis. It was surreal, the amount of devastation, destruction. It was, dear God, how did these people survive? Samaritan’s Purse has been involved in Acapulco. We’ve distributed… Continue reading Relief for Acapulco
Samaritan’s Purse Response Continues in Mexico After Hurricane Otis
ACAPULCO, MEXICO — Samaritan’s Purse teams are continuing to assist hurting homeowners in communities devastated by the deadly Category 5 storm, Hurricane Otis. They are working alongside Los Legendarios, a Hispanic disaster relief group that has also served with them in recent Florida responses. Andrew Metcalfe – Samaritan’s Purse: People are traumatized. They’re wondering, is… Continue reading Samaritan’s Purse Response Continues in Mexico After Hurricane Otis
Providing Grocery Boxes to Displaced Israeli Families
ISRAEL — Samaritan’s Purse is working with ministry partners in Israel to distribute grocery boxes to Israeli families who have been displaced by violence. Kayla Sprague – Samaritan’s Purse Partner: During this war, there’s been rockets shot all up the coast. There’s sirens going off every day, every few days here. They’re having to run… Continue reading Providing Grocery Boxes to Displaced Israeli Families
‘Wonder, Hope of Christmas’ Comes to Kids Caught in Israel, Ukraine Wars
LOVES PARK, IL — A unique Christmas program is bringing the gift of hope to thousands of children caught in the devastating wars in Israel and Ukraine. American Christians are supporting the annual Christmas campaign called Immanuel’s Child that will deliver gifts and a “star of hope” to as many as 75,000 needy children this… Continue reading ‘Wonder, Hope of Christmas’ Comes to Kids Caught in Israel, Ukraine Wars
Still Packing Shoeboxes and Serving the Lord at 98
GREENSBORO, NC — Packing shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child is one of the many activities Lela Mae Cummings enjoys in her still-active lifestyle at “98 and a half years old.” Leila Mae Cummings: I’m Leila Mae Cummings , and I’ve lived in the Guilford College area all my life. And I’m at Friends Home Guilford,… Continue reading Still Packing Shoeboxes and Serving the Lord at 98
Numerous NFL’s Punters Participated in ‘Punts for Purpose’ During Week 14
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO — This past weekend, nearly half of the NFL’s punters were slated to participate in “Punts for Purpose,” a charitable-giving initiative designed specifically for punters. After funding two child development centers and traveling to Tanzania to see the work of child development organization Compassion International, Bradley Pinion (Atlanta Falcons) and his wife,… Continue reading Numerous NFL’s Punters Participated in ‘Punts for Purpose’ During Week 14
LA Dream Center’s Annual Christmas ‘Dreamland’ Will Provide over 6,000 Toys to Children in Need
LOS ANGELES — On Saturday, December 16, The Los Angeles Dream Center will host its enchanting Christmas “Dreamland” event. This annual tradition, made possible by the generous and dedicated sponsors of Family First Life and AM570 Sports, aims to spread joy throughout Los Angeles with over 6,000 toys that will be given to children of… Continue reading LA Dream Center’s Annual Christmas ‘Dreamland’ Will Provide over 6,000 Toys to Children in Need
Vital Wheelchair Deliveries in Rio de Janeiro
RIO DE JANEIRO — The humanitarian organization, Joni and Friends, aims to provide wheelchairs in Rio de Janeiro to respond to Jesus’ mandate in Luke 14: “…bring the poor, the crippled, the blind and the lame…so that my house will be full.” Katie Oliver – Wheels for the World: Over 40 million people live in… Continue reading Vital Wheelchair Deliveries in Rio de Janeiro
‘I’m Thankful That God Provides’: A Vermont Homeowner’s Story
BARRE VERMONT — Linda Macris praises God for the Samaritan’s Purse volunteers who helped clean up her Barre, Vermont, home after a devastating flood swept through her town. Linda Macris – Homeowner: It was mean. It was mean water that wouldn’t stop. Black, dirty, mean water. And it wiped out our whole street. Everyone. I… Continue reading ‘I’m Thankful That God Provides’: A Vermont Homeowner’s Story
Delivering Hope to Acapulco
ACAPULCO — Samaritan’s Purse North American Ministries and Disaster Assistance Response Teams are providing hope by giving food and water to residents of Acapulco, Mexico, in the wake of a category 5 hurricane. Hassan Villegas: Acapulco has struggled. It used to be the pinnacle of Mexico. And then once corruption came in and scandals, it… Continue reading Delivering Hope to Acapulco
Franklin Graham Travels to Israel to Help with Relief After October Massacre
ISRAEL — Samaritan’s Purse President Franklin Graham traveled to Israel and saw areas devastated by Hamas massacre in October. Samaritan’s Purse is helping displaced survivors with food and other relief and also providing 21 new ambulances to Magen David Adom, Israel’s medical emergency system. Franklin Graham – President & CEO, Samaritan’s Purse: Terrorists came, shot… Continue reading Franklin Graham Travels to Israel to Help with Relief After October Massacre
Ivanna’s Story: Hope in Honduras
HONDURAS — Ivanna, a 12-year-old girl in Honduras, shares how receiving an Operation Christmas Child shoebox gift gave her hope and introduced her to Christ’s love.
Providing Vital Wheelchairs in Brazil
BRAZIL — Joni and Friends aims to provide wheelchairs to respond to Jesus’s command in Luke 14 to “Go out quickly…and bring in the poor, the crippled, the blind and the lame…so that my house will be full.” Their Wheels for the World program is just one of the ways they seek to answer that… Continue reading Providing Vital Wheelchairs in Brazil
Wycliffe Associates Follows Bible Translation with Distribution of Printed Scripture, New Testaments
ORLANDO, FL — Wycliffe Associates, an international organization that empowers mother-tongue Bible translators and partners with local churches in the advancement of Bible translation, is working with churches and translation partners to print and distribute newly translated Scripture. In one village in Southern Africa, the Wycliffe Associates team distributed the first-ever New Testaments in the… Continue reading Wycliffe Associates Follows Bible Translation with Distribution of Printed Scripture, New Testaments
A Christian Club for Children in Poland
POLAND — An Operation Christmas Child volunteer in Poland started a Christian club for children who wanted to continue to meet for Bible study after they received shoebox gifts and graduated from The Greatest Journey. Wiestawa Szymczak – Volunteer: One day God laid it in my heart that if the children come to know Him… Continue reading A Christian Club for Children in Poland
Compassion International, Belmont Innovation Labs Pilot New Initiative to Support Visionary Entrepreneurs
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO — Yesterday, during Belmont University’s annual Hope Summit event, child development organization Compassion International and Belmont Innovation Labs announced a new partnership to pilot Impact Teams, groups of expert volunteers and mentors who will come alongside social innovators dedicated to addressing the world’s most formidable challenges. Impact Teams are designed to work… Continue reading Compassion International, Belmont Innovation Labs Pilot New Initiative to Support Visionary Entrepreneurs
As War in Israel Continues to Rage, The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews Approves $5 Million Emergency Grant
CHICAGO — As Israel’s war with Hamas continues to intensify, the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (The Fellowship) announced this week the immediate release of 20 million shekels (more than $5 million) to be distributed to support those in need. Since the war began, The Fellowship has been actively working with partner organizations, the… Continue reading As War in Israel Continues to Rage, The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews Approves $5 Million Emergency Grant
Caring for Burned Patients in Armenia
ARMENIA — A Samaritan’s Purse medical team is caring for burned patients in an explosion while fleeing Nagorno-Karabakh. They are are sharing by word and deed that Jesus cares and has not forgotten them. Peter Holz – Samaritan’s Purse: Samaritan’s Purse has arrived in Armenia. We are treating patients with severe burns to them from… Continue reading Caring for Burned Patients in Armenia
Marleny Overcomes Adversity and Finds Hope in Peru
PERU — Marleny was without support for her daughter Gaudalupe, who lives with disabilities. Running out of hope, Marleny had nowhere to turn for help in Peru. That’s when Jesus came in… A neighbor visited Marleny and told her about Jesus. The Good News strengthened Marleny to keep going, and she joined a local church.… Continue reading Marleny Overcomes Adversity and Finds Hope in Peru
Helping Homeowners in Hawaii
LAHAINA, HAWAII — Volunteers with Samaritan’s Purse are sifting through the ashes of properties, helping homeowners in the Maui community devastated by wildfires. Todd Taylor – Samaritan’s Purse: Here in Lahaina, the catastrophic wildfire blew through this area. It devastated everything in its path. The whole way from the mountains out to the sea. Buildings,… Continue reading Helping Homeowners in Hawaii
Emergency Relief Provided in Armenia
ARMENIA — Samaritan’s Purse is providing emergency relief supplies, including hygiene kits, bedding, blankets, school supplies, and more, in Armenia to displaced families fleeing violent conflict in their homeland. Susan Pineda – Samaritan’s Purse: We are here with Samaritan’s Purse in Armenia responding to the crisis of people that have been displaced due to the… Continue reading Emergency Relief Provided in Armenia
Serving Florida Homeowners in Jesus’ Name After Hurricane Idalia
PERRY, FLORIDA — Liberty University leaders and students served with Samaritan’s Purse and Edward Graham in Florida today to help homeowners suffering after Hurricane Idalia. Edward Graham – Chief Operating Officer, Samaritan’s Purse: So today I’ve been out here with LU-SIN in Taylor County, Florida, where a hurricane has come through here recently and devastated… Continue reading Serving Florida Homeowners in Jesus’ Name After Hurricane Idalia
YWAM Founder Loren Cunningham is with Jesus
COLORADO SPRINGS— Loren Cunningham, Founder of Youth With A Mission (YWAM), died at 88 on Saturday October 7 in his sleep at home in Kona, Hawaii. He is survived by his wife, Darlene, daughter Karen, son David and Judy Cunningham, and three grandchildren, Madi, Kenna, and Liam. This video looks back on his remarkable life.… Continue reading YWAM Founder Loren Cunningham is with Jesus
Elena’s Story: Offering Praise in Poland
POLAND — “The war started suddenly,” Elena, a fine arts teacher in Ukraine, said. “I prayed every day, ‘Lord, I trust in You. Give me strength, patience, and humility for this day.’” Soon, she and her daughter fled to Poland to escape the increasing violence. They arrived close to Easter and moved into a hotel… Continue reading Elena’s Story: Offering Praise in Poland
Franklin Graham Dedicates New Samaritan’s Purse Airlift Response Center in Greensboro
BOONE, NC — Samaritan’s Purse President and CEO Franklin Graham will dedicate the organization’s new Greensboro Airlift Response Center on Tuesday, Sept. 26. This facility was built to support the organization’s two largest cargo aircraft—a Douglas DC-8 and a newly acquired Boeing 757. The more than 62,000-square-foot response center includes a 55,000-square-foot hangar, office space,… Continue reading Franklin Graham Dedicates New Samaritan’s Purse Airlift Response Center in Greensboro
Compassion International Launches New ‘Hope Starts Here’ Experience
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO — Compassion International, a leading child development organization, is excited to announce the launch of its new “Hope Starts Here“ experience. Buoyed by compelling personal stories, “Hope Starts Here” is an immersive experience, transporting visitors to vulnerable communities where Compassion works. This free, family-friendly event is designed to inspire compassion and action… Continue reading Compassion International Launches New ‘Hope Starts Here’ Experience
“Giving Thanks for Volunteers in Hawaii”
KULA, HAWAII — Kula, Hawaii, homeowner Donna Waters gives thanks for the Samaritan’s Purse volunteers who did chain saw work and helped sift through the ashes of houses in her neighborhood that were destroyed by wildfires to find personal items. Donna Waters – Homeowner: We had this huge wildfire in the Gulch. You’re standing in… Continue reading “Giving Thanks for Volunteers in Hawaii”
Los Angeles Dream Center to host annual ‘Night of Dreams,’ reflecting on 29 years of service to the community
LOS ANGELES — On Wednesday, September 20 at 6 PM, the Los Angeles Dream Center will host their annual ‘Night of Dreams’ gala at the Beverly Hills Hotel. This philanthropic event will celebrate the Dream Center’s 29 years of service since 1994, and raise funds to continue offering free vital programs in the City of… Continue reading Los Angeles Dream Center to host annual ‘Night of Dreams,’ reflecting on 29 years of service to the community
A Call for Volunteers in Hawaii
LAHAINA, HAWAII — Samaritan’s Purse COO Edward Graham encourages people to be volunteers to help Lahaina homeowners on Maui sift through the ashes of their property to recover personal items, a service that offers survivors both comfort and closure. Edward Graham – Samaritan’s Purse Chief Operating Officer: Samaritan’s Purse continues to serve on the island… Continue reading A Call for Volunteers in Hawaii
Alaska Pilots Are a Lifeline in the Wilderness
SAMARITAN LODGE ALASKA — Samaritan’s Purse pilots Bill Sims and John Erickson share what makes flying in Alaska for military couples in search of God’s healing so special. Bill Sims – Samaritan’s Purse: I gave my life to the Lord in an airplane, so aviation’s always been special to me. I love to fly. I… Continue reading Alaska Pilots Are a Lifeline in the Wilderness
Jessica’s Story: From Doubt to Faith
MINYA, EGYPT — Jessica gave her life to Christ after receiving an Operation Christmas Child shoebox gift and attending The Greatest Journey course in her Egyptian village. When COVID shut down the churches, Jessica started her own discipleship group and led her friends to the Lord. Jessica – Shoebox Recipient: My name is Jessica and… Continue reading Jessica’s Story: From Doubt to Faith
Prayer for Wildfire Survivors in Hawaii
LAHAINA, HAWAII — Edward Graham asks people for prayer for the wildfire survivors in Maui, Hawaii and to get involved by volunteering with Samaritan’s Purse to let those who are hurting know that God loves them and hasn’t forgotten them. Edward Graham – Chief Operating Officer, Samaritan’s Purse: Samaritan’s Purse has deployed to Lahaina, Hawaii.… Continue reading Prayer for Wildfire Survivors in Hawaii
Providing Emergency Supplies in Chad
DARFUR, SUDAN — Samaritan’s Purse is providing emergency supplies: shelter materials and medical supplies to refugees in Chad who are fleeing violent conflict in Sudan. Aaron Ashoff – Samaritan’s Purse: On April 15, Civil War broke out in Khartoum, Sudan. This is one of the most devastated parts of the world that sees violence all… Continue reading Providing Emergency Supplies in Chad
PMI Foods Donates More than 10,000 Pounds of Meat to Fight Food Insecurity
SALT LAKE CITY — Today, Parker Migliorini International (PMI Foods) announced the donation of 10,500 pounds of beef bone-in rib ends to several Los Angeles area food banks. This is the latest in a series of donations from PMI Foods in an ongoing effort to directly help thousands of homeless residents. More than 67,000 people… Continue reading PMI Foods Donates More than 10,000 Pounds of Meat to Fight Food Insecurity
Emergency Relief Supplies Arrive in Hawaii
MAUI, HAWAII — Emergency relief equipment and supplies have arrived in Hawaii on the Samaritan’s Purse DC-8 cargo jet to provide immediate assistance to those suffering from the wildfires that devastated Maui. The charity airlifted a volunteer team and 17 tons of relief supplies from Greensboro, North Carolina, to Maui, Hawaii, on Tuesday, Aug. 15.… Continue reading Emergency Relief Supplies Arrive in Hawaii
Children’s Charity Launches Education is Power Campaign
UNITED KINGDOM — It is a sad fact that, globally, the number of children and adolescents who do not have access to school education is 260 million, nearly four times the entire population of the UK. In response Christian children’s charity CRY is launching their Back To School Education is Power campaign to highlight how… Continue reading Children’s Charity Launches Education is Power Campaign
Relief From the Heat: Continuing Aid for Turkey Earthquake Survivors
ANTAKYA, TURKEY — Samaritan’s Purse is providing 21,000 units of refrigerators, fans, and shade kits to earthquake survivors in Turkey who are living in tents. The relief supplies are part of a project to help families combat extreme heat in the region. Bryan Dodson – Samaritan’s Purse: We are in the Antakya, Turkey, which is… Continue reading Relief From the Heat: Continuing Aid for Turkey Earthquake Survivors
Italian Chef Prepares Meals for Veteran Couples in Alaska Needing Physical, Spiritual Renewal
ALASKA — Chef Pasquale Presa came to Samaritan Lodge Alaska to cook for Operation Heal Our Patriots veterans and their spouses. He also shared some secrets with their cooks about preparing great Italian dishes for our heroes. Pasquale Presa – Pasquale’s neighborhood Pizzeria: I have a special bond to the United States. We came to… Continue reading Italian Chef Prepares Meals for Veteran Couples in Alaska Needing Physical, Spiritual Renewal