EATON, OH—Living out their mission of service, the Southern Ohio Brethren Disaster Ministries recently assembled 500 CWS Emergency Cleanup Buckets in a community effort that continues their long-standing tradition of supporting those affected by disasters. Inspired by the scripture “Serve one another in love” (Galatians 5:13), the group, led by Burt and Helen Wolf, works year-round to organize fundraisers and … Read More

Thanks to the generosity of donors like you, CWS has been able to respond quickly to the devastation left behind by Hurricane Helene. The storm has claimed 66 lives, displaced thousands, and caused extensive damage across the Southeast. Entire communities have been left without power, homes have been destroyed, and flooding continues to wreak havoc on families trying to rebuild. … Read More

On Wednesday, September 11th, Hurricane Francine made landfall in Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana, as a Category 2 storm. While it was downgraded to a tropical storm shortly after moving inland, the damage was already done. Francine left a trail of destruction, bringing heavy rainfall, strong winds, and over 400,000 power outages across Louisiana and Mississippi. Parts of Louisiana saw up to … Read More

Thanks to the generosity of many congregations, Church World Service (CWS) was able to purchase supplies for 100 CWS Period Pack Kits. These Period Pack kits are filled with essential feminine hygiene supplies. “CWS is so blessed to have generous congregations and donors that care about menstrual justice. Each year, they share their love for our neighbors through the simple … Read More

Rock Island, IL – The United Church of Christ (UCC) Great Lakes and Western Regional Youth Event recently held at Augustana College in Rock Island, IL, showcased the power of youth activism and community service. In collaboration with Church World Service (CWS), over 200 youth from the West Regional Conference and the Great Lakes Conference came together for a special … Read More

On July 7, 2024, Hurricane Beryl struck the Texas coast as a Category 1 hurricane, bringing heavy rains, high winds, and widespread power outages that left over 1 million people in the dark. Thanks to your generous support, CWS has been able to respond swiftly and effectively to this crisis. In the immediate aftermath of the storm, CWS collaborated with … Read More

A few weeks ago, over 125 of our newly arrived neighbors visited Church World Service Harrisburg office to see a team of dentists assembled by one of our community partners, Power Women. After each client saw the dentist, they were provided with a hygiene kit. Our clients were deeply thankful for the opportunity to see a dentist and receive a … Read More

Generosity is a way of life for Rev. Joanna Sameulson and she’s planting the seeds of generosity, justice and compassion early in her twin sons Henry and Malcom. “It is one thing to talk about caring for others, or to teach or preach about it, but it’s quite another thing to participate.” she said. Through their local church, Joanna, Henry … Read More

At a distribution of CWS School Kits in the Republic of Georgia, our partner, International Orthodox Christian Charities, visited a primary school where they saw first-hand the joy of the CWS Kits and Blankets program. As they distributed the kits, they saw the children excitedly admire their new bags and beautiful school supplies. All of a sudden, they heard a … Read More

When Hurricane Idalia threatened communities in Florida this past summer, the vast ocean surrounding Plymouth Harbor Retirement Home transformed from a source of peace to one of danger. In less than four hours, staff had to evacuate more than 250 seniors, who average about 85 years of age, to safety. Many residents left with very limited belongings and strong winds … Read More