We have one goal: building a world where there is enough for all
For 80 years, we’ve been transforming communities through just and sustainable responses to hunger, poverty, displacement and disaster. Our vision is a world where everyone has food, voice and a safe place to call home.
Since our founding, we've welcomed thousands of refugees, helped families keep food on the table and advocated for those too often left out. Our history proves what we believe: we can always do more together than we can alone.
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Serghei’s Journey to Hope
Forced to flee his home in Kherson, Ukraine, Serghei faced pain, uncertainty and the challenges of displacement. With the support of a CWS partner in Moldova, he received critical medical care that restored his health, his independence and his hope for the future
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Ending 2025 with Hope
In a year marked by global hunger and devastating disasters, CWS supporters brought light and hope to communities in need. Together, the CWS community provided more than 141,000 essential supplies, helping families rebuild, stay safe and know they are not alone.
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From Seed to Sustenance
In Tanzania’s Nyarugusu Refugee Camp, Matisho Justina transformed her family’s future by planting fruit trees through a CWS supported program. Her success brought fresh food and self-reliance to her household and inspired a wider movement of sustainable agriculture in her community.
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Examples of Our Work
Hunger and Poverty
No child should die from malnutrition, especially when there are long-term solutions ready to take root in each community.
Displacement
More and more families flee home because of climate and violence. But there are fewer places to go. We’re leading the charge in strategy and welcome.
Disaster
Preparation, relief and recovery: our disaster response means committing to communities before – and long after – an emergency hits.