At least 22.8 million people face a hunger crisis in Afghanistan, where parents are faced with the impossible choice of selling a child for food or seeing their families starve. Learn what World Vision is doing to help families affected by the Afghan hunger crisis.
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Kentucky tornado survivor: “There is hope because we’re not alone”
A Kentucky tornado survivor knows she’s not alone. A community of volunteers and donors is coming together to support those recovering from the tornadoes that swept through Kentucky and neighboring states.
2021 U.S. tornadoes: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
A series of deadly tornadoes devastated more than 200 miles of the U.S. Midwest and South on December 10, 2021, affecting hundreds of thousands in at least six states. Learn more about the tornadoes and what World Vision is doing to help affected families.
10 of the worst disasters in 2021
In 2021, World Vision responded to 72 disasters in 52 countries, helping more than 30.1 million people in crisis — in addition to our ongoing global response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more about some of the worst disasters of 2021.
Favorite photos of 2021
In 2021, the world continued to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic along with wars and political unrest. Refugees and displaced peoples fled violence. Natural disasters spread destruction in their wake. But there were also small and big moments of joy to celebrate. See what World Vision’s communicators captured in this extraordinary year.
Q&A with Kristoffer Polaha, author and actor
Read our Q&A with Kristoffer Polaha to learn what the actor and author’s Christmas traditions are and why he chose to design a handcrafted gift for the 2021 World Vision Gift Catalog.
Finish strong: 5 simple ways to end the year on a high note
Author and speaker Jon Acuff guest blogs about five simple ways you can finish strong for 2021 … and gives you the tools to end the year on a high note!
Q&A with Patricia Heaton, actor and World Vision supporter
Emmy-winning actor, producer, bestselling author, and World Vision supporter Patricia Heaton sat down with us for a Q&A this Christmas to talk about her handcrafted gift in the 2021 World Vision Gift Catalog and more.
Q&A: Actress Meagan Good
We spoke with actress and model Meagan Good about why she’s partnering with World Vision to create a Gift Catalog handcrafted gift this Christmas season and what Christmas means to her.
Best Christmas gifts for 2021 to help you choose joy
As you plan your holiday shopping this year, here are our top 12 best Christmas gifts for 2021. Hear from 12 of our celebrity and influencer partners about their favorite ways to choose joy!
Q&A: Melissa Joan Hart, actor, director, and producer
Read a Q&A with actor, director, producer, and World Vision supporter Melissa Joan Hart, who designed a rose gold–toned bracelet for the World Vision Gift Catalog this season. She shares about how her faith in Jesus grounds her during the holidays, her upcoming movie projects, and more.
Q&A: Leanne Ford, HGTV star and interior designer
HGTV star and interior designer Leanne Ford sat down with World Vision to talk Christmas traditions, designing, and why her color-block salad servers make the perfect gift for loved ones this season.