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Ethiopia Drought Crisis by the Numbers
CRS is assisting 2.6 million people, and fears that number may rise as the crisis deepens.More
Feed the Hungry: In Ethiopia
Ethiopia is currently faced w/ the worst drought in 50 yrs. @CatholicRelief is responding w/ food assistance. In Ethiopia, El Niño has affected weather patterns in the region and two failed rainy seasons have resulted in poor harvest. Faith communities in the United States can live out the...More
Ethiopia Food Crisis: 5 Things You Can Do to Help
Desperation grows as Ethiopians’ always-fragile food supply disappears amid ravages of climate change and El Nino.More
Climate Change, El Niño Wilt Zimbabwe’s Food Supply
One quarter of Zimbabwe’s people are going hungry in Zimbabwe after another failed harvest. More
The Science Of Climate Change
Here are links to two reader-friendly overviews about the science of climate change:
A Catholic Perspective on Climate Change
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Syrian Refugees Find Room at the Inn
Across Europe, the Catholic Church is assisting thousands of refugees who are fleeing their homelands in search of a better life.More
Faces of Families Caught in the Refugee Crisis
Families and children are among the most affected by the current refugee crisis. They take on difficult journeys as a last resort, seeking only survival.More
Caritas Jordan Volunteers Double Down on Dedication
Twins Diana and Dana Khzouz are just 2 of more than 1,500 Caritas Jordan volunteers devoting their time to helping those in need. Catholic Relief Services has supported the volunteer program since it began in 2001. In recent years, the program has helped CRS and Caritas respond to the Iraqi and...More
It's a Giving Thing
Giving is a cornerstone of our faith, and a cornerstone of our salvation. Sometimes, however, giving to a large organization can leave us somewhat detached from the good that gift really does. This is why CRS looks to offer ways of giving that connect and engage us:
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Help CRS Respond to Emergencies
With more than 75 years experience delivering humanitarian assistance throughout the world, CRS has a strong background in emergency preparedness and response. We work directly with affected communities and local partners to help communities build back better.
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