Empowering Change: How Gender Equality is Transforming Lives in Ethiopia
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Like many other couples in the Amhara Region of Ethiopia, Aletu and her husband Kidat were used to the gender norms of their culture. Men were the decision makers, and women often felt disrespected and unhappy. When community leaders partnered with Food for the Hungry (FH), couples like Aletu and Kidat began to reject these norms. FH […]
Young Women of Uganda: Empowering and Building a Brighter Future
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Uganda’s young women face many challenges that inhibit their ability to remain in school and develop the skills and training necessary to positively and sustainably impact their futures. However, thanks to the support of donors who contribute to Strengthen Communities, those hurdles are being lowered, bit by bit. As a result, the young women of […]
A Transformation From Self-Ridicule to Self-Worth
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At Food for the Hungry (FH), we believe every person has been created in God’s image (Genesis 1:27). Our hope is for every man and woman to feel self-worth and dignity through Christ, especially in their roles as caretakers and providers for their families. Therefore, through Strengthen Communities, we work with local community leaders to […]
Miraculous Life-change Happening in Bangladesh, One Family at a Time
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Momtaz and her family were used to life being a struggle. The Bangladeshi family dealt with unpredictable income, limited access to clean water and sanitary toilets. They lived in constant fear of not being able to afford basic needs — like healthcare, education, and food. But that changed when their community began working with Food for […]
Celebrating the Lioness: How Three Mothers Overcame Adversity
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Through Strengthen Communities, we can help end poverty together. Your support helps Food for the Hungry (FH) partner with local leaders and community members to provide those facing the challenges of poverty access to education, healthcare and other life-changing resources that build sustainable resilience. As a result, women, in particular, are emerging as key leaders and providers in […]
The Life-Changing Power of Savings Groups: Yendeli’s Story on Strengthening Her Community
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A community in the Dominican Republic has learned a tool with the power to make a positive impact in the lives of many. At the heart of this change is Yendeli, a young mother of four in El Cercadillo. With the help of donor-supported FH training modules through Strengthen Communities, Yendeli used the tools she […]
A Young Woman’s Journey to Resilience in Peru
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Through Strengthen Communities, Food for the Hungry (FH) works to strengthen both communities as a whole and the individuals who form them. FH partners with local leaders and families within the communities to create solutions to overcome their biggest challenges. With the help of donors, FH staff partners with community members to address the root […]
Transforming Lives Through Meaningful Gifts
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Food for the Hungry’s (FH) gift catalog of meaningful gifts make life-changing differences for vulnerable people facing poverty, injustice, and marginalization. Each year the items in it are carefully curated by the countries we serve to include what they need most and every gift has the power to make eternal impact. How Giving Meaningful Gifts […]
Celebrating Our Global Impact: How We Transformed Lives Together in 2023
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We are overwhelmed with joy and gratitude for the impact we made together in 2023. Food for the Hungry (FH) supporters empowered vulnerable families and communities around the world, making a true difference. Nearly 10 million people in 18 countries were reached in 2023 through FH programs. Let’s celebrate that impact together! Some highlights are […]
A Community’s Long Journey to Clean Water
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How long do you go in a day without using water? Whether it’s for hydration, hygiene, chores, or a hobby, you likely use water freely throughout your day. But what would it be like to not have regular access to water? For the community of La Uva, Nicaragua, that was their daily reality. “Water has […]