Families are still recovering from Hurricane Maria after the monster storm devastated Puerto Rico and much of the Caribbean last September.
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2015 Cyclone Pam: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
On March 13, 2015, heavy winds and rain from Category 5 Cyclone Pam struck Vanuatu, a string of South Pacific islands. Homes, schools, crops, and water systems were destroyed, affecting more than half of the population in one of the world’s poorest countries. A massive recovery effort followed.
World Vision U.S. announces new president: Edgar Sandoval Sr.
After an extensive national search, World Vision U.S. has selected Edgar Sandoval Sr. to serve as its next president, effective Oct. 1. Edgar will succeed Rich Stearns.
2016 Hurricane Matthew: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Hurricane Matthew hit both Haiti and the U.S. East Coast Coast in October 2016 as a Category 4 hurricane with torrential rain, massive storm surge, and winds up to 145 mph. In Haiti, the recovery continues, as Hurricane Matthew was the largest humanitarian emergency there since the earthquake of 2010.
Rich Stearns reflects on the Rev. Billy Graham’s death
The Rev. Billy Graham died Feb. 21, 2018. World Vision U.S. President Rich Stearns reflects on the impact and legacy Billy Graham had on the world.
World Vision U.S. President Rich Stearns announces retirement
After nearly 20 years as World Vision U.S. president, Rich Stearns announced on January 9 his plans to retire. A national search to select a new leader and the subsequent leadership transition process will take place over the course of 2018.
5 of the worst disasters in 2017
The world’s attention can shift easily once a new disaster strikes, but it’s important that we not forget the long-running crises, particularly in Syria and East Africa, that are affecting millions of children.
World Vision shines brightly at Give-back Gift Shop in New York City
World Vision launched the Give-back Gift Shop Nov. 27-29 in New York City at Bryant Park’s Winter Village to show ways to help others this holiday season.
2017 Hurricane Nate: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Tropical Storm Nate has already killed more than 20 people in Central America. It’s expected to strengthen into a Category 1 storm and hit New Orleans.
2017 Mexico earthquakes: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Less than two weeks after a magnitude 8.1 earthquake struck off the coast of Mexico, at least 225 people are dead after a magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck central Mexico Sept. 19 on the 32nd anniversary of the 1985 Mexico earthquake that killed thousands.