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In doing so, you’ll join a group of people who are critical to our work — ensuring food, water, and hope gets to people who need it most. You can adjust your giving at any time.":1,"#Help people all year long":1,"#Dole Nutrition Plus":1,"#Del Monte Foods":1,"#Danone Waters of America":1,"#Culligan International":1,"#Chicken of the Sea International":1,"#Annie’s, Inc.":1,"#Many organizations join Convoy of Hope partners in Moore, Oklahoma response efforts.":1,"#Thank You, GIK Disaster Donors!":1,"#Moore Response Partners | Convoy of Hope":1,"#Annie's Incorporated":1,"#Inman Incorporated":1,"#Mariani Packing Company Incorporated":1,"#Nissin Foods Company":1,"#Most recently, we mobilized with our partners and donors to bring relief supplies to Moore, Oklahoma, after the May 20, tornado struck. We’re thankful to all of our partners and our gifts-in-kind donors who stepped up to support our disaster efforts when we needed it most. Because of them, we are able to provide debris removal teams with the supplies they need and distribute food and water to survivors.":1,"#Tree Top Incorporated":1,"#Walmart Foundation":1,"#Tree Top, Inc.":1,"#Nissin Foods (USA) Co., Inc.":1,"#Nestlé Waters North America":1,"#Mariani Packing Co., Inc.":1,"#Inmar, Inc.":1,"#The Home Depot Foundation":1,"#Georgia-Pacific":1,"#In times of disaster, a quick response to those in need is critical to our disaster response operations. Our Supply Chain team mobilizes the instant a disaster strikes to get relief supplies to the affected area. One crucial component of that are our many partners who donate items to support our efforts. There is simply no way we would be able to reach disaster survivors if it wasn’t for our gifts-in-kind disaster donors.":1,"#Smaller File":1,"#Full Quality":1,"#Download the Video:":1,"#with Bruce Snavely, <em ljsid-1=\"\">Missouri State Beekeepers Association</em>":1,"#Beekeeping – Smoker Basics":1,"#CAFS_Corn Maize Sheller":1,"#Natural Air Grain Dryer":1,"#CAFS_Crop Rotation":1,"#organisation dédiée à l'autonomisation des femmes et <a ljsid-1=\"\">des communautés défavorisées</a>":1,"#des communautés défavorisées":1,"#International Women’s Day Quotes [2026 List]":1,"#International Women’s Day 2026 is an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of women and girls, raise awareness about the ongoing challenges they face, and call for action to promote gender equality. <strong ljsid-1=\"\">By working together, we can create a world where women have equal opportunities and are empowered to reach their full potential.</strong>":1,"#<a ljsid-0=\"\">Convoy:Women</a> — <strong ljsid-2=\"\">dedicated to empowering women and <a ljsid-2-1=\"\">communities in need</a></strong> — will observe International Women’s Day 2026 by <a ljsid-4=\"\">hosting a celebration</a> aimed at providing education and resources to women in underserved communities. Lauren Daigle is this year’s special guest. The two-time Grammy®, eight-time Billboard Music, four-time American Music, and twelve-time GMA Dove Music Award winner has performed at the Super Bowl (“America the Beautiful” with Trombone Shorty) and has garnered over a billion streams and years of sold-out world tours with performances spanning four continents (North America, Australia, Europe and Africa). From Carnegie Hall to the New Orleans Jazz Fest and Lollapalooza, Cape Town to the U.K. and Sydney, Red Rocks to The Greek Theater and Radio City Music Hall, Lauren’s status as a once-in-a-generation vocal powerhouse is undeniable.":1,"#Twelve notable empowering women quotes include:":1,"#International Women’s Day 2026: A Day to Celebrate Women’s Achievements & Advocate for Gender Equality":1,"#By clicking Donate, you authorize Convoy of Hope to charge you $100,000.00 on the 11th of each month until you cancel. You may adjust your gift at any time.":1,"#Please enter a valid phone number":1,"#We are grateful for every volunteer, church, business, and donor who has made what we do at Convoy of Hope possible. Because of you, our capacity to help others increased despite the pandemic. It’s truly inspiring to see how people came together and made a difference when everything else was uncertain.":1,"#Be sure to check back this week as we release in-depth stories about the work your generosity enables us to do.":1,"#The last 12 months have been unlike anything we could have expected. Even in the midst of immense hardship, Convoy of Hope saw people like you step up in a united act of compassion to share hope with others. We heard story after story from individuals who were hungry, thirsty or in need of a helping hand, and together we were able to offer them relief.":1,"#In 2020 Convoy of Hope saw people like you step up in a united act of compassion. Together we served, trained and empowered more people than ever.":1,"#Unstoppable: 2020 Couldn't Hold Back Your Kindness | Convoy of Hope":1,"#Thank you, again, for going above and beyond to help our neighbors in need, both close to home and far away. The value of your generosity and partnership cannot be overstated.":1,"#32 countries served through our COVID-19 response":1,"#36 international responses":1,"#26 U.S. responses":1,"#62 disaster responses":1,"#2,127 communities served in 21 program countries":1,"#200 million+ meals distributed globally through our COVID-19 response":1,"#387,000+ children fed in strategic feeding programs worldwide":1,"#2020 SNAPSHOT":1,"#That said, the numbers offer insight into what you helped us accomplish in 2020.":1,"#For Convoy of Hope, it’s not about breaking records, it’s about serving each person we come across with dignity, respect, and love.":1,"#Thousands more children have received nourishment through our Children’s Feeding program, more women have been equipped with knowledge and resources, and thousands more individuals have learned to grow food for their families. In response to the pandemic, disasters, and crises around the world, millions of people received the help they needed.":1,"#Add $1.05 to cover processing fees":1,"#“That hurricane season really helped us develop the POD concept,” says Randy. “Working through the concept of setting up a distribution hub that could service other neighborhoods and communities … all of that was developed further during those four hurricanes.”":1,"#To say the team was stretched thin would be an understatement. But Convoy has never been afraid to lean into the difficulties surrounding a disaster response. Everyone on staff stepped up and did what they could, regardless of whether or not it was part of their job description. Supply Chain workers traveled to Florida to assist in relief work, Community Events personnel helped with distribution, and they depended on the incredible generosity and kindness of local volunteers in Florida to make our PODs flow smoothly.":1,"#At the time, Convoy would arrive as quickly as possible after the disaster, set up a POD, and serve for about a week. The 2004 hurricane season demanded that the team be in full-on disaster relief mode for nearly two months straight. To provide some context, in 2003, Convoy distributed approximately 300 tractor-trailer loads altogether. In that period of 53 days in 2004, the response teams distributed 169 loads. The response even warranted a site visit from President George W. Bush":1,"#Randy Rich is a 25-year Convoy veteran and currently serves as our Vice President of Administration. He was sent with the reinforcement teams who responded to both Hurricanes Charley and Jeanne. “It was like Groundhog Day,” he says. “During our response to Hurricane Jeanne, we set up a POD in the exact same parking lot as we did during Frances.”":1,"#Four hurricanes in six weeks.":1,"#And ten days after that, Hurricane Jeanne made landfall on Florida’s east coast where Hurricane Frances had struck less than two months before.":1,"#A couple weeks later, on September 16, Hurricane Ivan struck the Pensacola area of northwestern Florida.":1,"#Learn how four hurricanes in under two months shaped the Convoy of Hope team disaster relief services team forever.":1,"#Four Hurricanes That Changed Convoy of Hope | Convoy of Hope":1,"#Hurricane Charley":1,"#Eleven days later, another storm started brewing in the Atlantic Ocean — one that would become Hurricane Frances. It struck the eastern side of Florida as a Category 2 storm on September 5. Convoy called for reinforcements and began sending supplies to assist survivors on the other side of the state.":1,"#Hurricane Frances":1,"#Hurricane Jeanne":1,"#Pensacola":1,"#Point of Distribution":1,"#Hurricane Ivan":1,"#That’s what Convoy has been doing for 25 years, and with the help of friends like you, that’s what we’ll continue to do for decades to come.":1,"#Convoy of Hope understands that hurricanes, like all natural disasters, affect everyone in their paths. It doesn’t matter who someone is, what job they have, or where they live — everyone needs to be told there’s hope and that they’re loved during those dark moments.":1,"#Randy also remembers the human toll such an intense hurricane season had on the residents of Florida. He recalls seeing an elderly couple pulled up to the POD he was working at. With tears in his eyes, he recounts how desperate they looked: “They were probably going to sleep in their car that night.”":1,"#On August 13, 2004, Hurricane Charley barreled into Florida’s western coast as a Category 4 storm. Convoy of Hope was ahead of the storm, sending its one and only <a ljsid-1=\"\">Disaster Services team</a>. They were on the ground the same day the storm made landfall — setting up a point of distribution (POD) and assisting those affected by the storm.":1,"#Mère Teresa croyait fermement au <strong ljsid-1=\"\">pouvoir de la paix et chercher à favoriser l'harmonie entre les personnes d'origines et de religions différentes.</strong>":1,"#Aster’s life in Ethiopia, at one time, was defined by hardship. \n\nEach day brought long hours of labor, uncertainty, and the constant challenge of providing for her family. But her story didn’t end there. 💗\n\nThrough Convoy of Hope’s Women’s Empowerment program, Aster gained more than training — she found hope, confidence, and the tools to build a better future.\n\nRead more in today’s story. 🔗👆\n\n#womensempowerment #ethiopia #africa":1,"#Aster’s life in Ethiopia, at one time, was defined":1,"#Управление настройками":1,"#In addition to delivering food, water, and other emergency supplies to Mississippi, Convoy of Hope is partnering with Chick-fil-A to distribute thousands of hot meals to those affected. More than 10,000 sandwiches and sides will be delivered this week, offering practical help and tangible hope in times of uncertainty.":1,"#More than a week after a treacherous ice storm moved through multiple regions, over 45,000 people in Mississippi are still without power. In some areas, where children live below the federal poverty level, the winter storm magnified the significant challenges families were already facing.":1,"#February 5, 2026 | 4:24 p.m.":1,"#January 28, 2022 | 9:35 a.m.":1,"#Convoy of Hope continues to meet the need. Thank you for making it possible.":1,"#Eusie Sarabia, also with the Bohol Council Boy Scouts of the Philippines, said, “I am so thankful to Convoy of Hope for choosing to partner with us for the relief operations. It is a big help to our community and other Boholanios who were affected by Typhoon Odette. Last Tuesday, we packed relief goods at Holy Name University. While we packed supplies, I kept thinking that this will really benefit our countrymen and that those who’ll receive it won’t have to worry about food.”":1,"#“The storm was so strong, a lot of people lost their houses and are staying in evacuation centers,” said Hermes, who has been working around the clock to serve others. “We are thankful for the efforts of Convoy of Hope in giving us assistance. This bag of food will help our townspeople and satisfy their hunger even for a short while, especially after the effects of Odette.”":1,"#But because of generous donors, Convoy of Hope has equipped Hermes and his team to help give out nearly 319,000 meals.":1,"#On December 15, Super Typhoon Rai — also known as Typhoon Odette — hit the Philippines with wind gusts of up to 168 mph. Convoy of Hope is responding with relief supplies.":1,"#Typhoon Rai: Meeting Long-Term Needs in the Philippines":1,"#Typhoon Rai":1,"#Typhoon Odette":1,"#More details about Convoy of Hope’s response will be added here as they become available.":1,"#More than 300,000 people evacuated ahead of the storm’s landfall. Millions more were still affected. According to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council, more than 10,000 villages were in the typhoon’s path. Super Typhoon Rai ravaged the southern and central regions of the archipelago. It knocked out communications and electricity in many areas, ripped off roofs, and toppled concrete power poles.":1,"#The storm was the fifteenth major weather disturbance to hit the Philippines in 2021. It was classified as a super typhoon, with sustained winds of 120 mph near the storm’s eye.":1,"#The storm displaced more than 481,000 people according to the Philippines Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council. Nearly 400 people lost their lives as a result of the powerful storm. The true scale of destruction still remains somewhat unknown, because reaching the hardest-hit areas is tough for rescue workers. Seemingly nothing remained untouched.":1,"#The death toll from Super Typhoon Rai in Bohol province is currently 96 people. Governor Arlene Bag-ao said on Facebook that the island of Dinagat has been “leveled to the ground” by the storm. “We have a dwindling supply of food and water. Electricity and telecommunications are down.”":1,"#On December 15, Super Typhoon Rai — also known as Typhoon Odette — hit the Philippines with wind gusts of up to 168 mph. Convoy of Hope is responding as information and needs become more clear.":1,"#December 21, 2021 | 11:30 a.m.":1,"#Convoy of Hope will continue to provide emergency relief for those affected. To be a part of this response, click <a ljsid-1=\"\">here</a>.":1,"#Supply chain concerns across the globe have delayed shipping timelines; however, Convoy of Hope’s staff and partners in the Philippines provide the opportunity for in-country purchase of resources close to affected areas, fast-forwarding response times exponentially. Infrastructure damage from the storm threatened to further impede shipping and delivery. But Convoy’s Disaster Services team and its partners stay ready to pivot strategically in order to get supplies into the hands of survivors as quickly as possible.":1,"#Convoy of Hope is hard at work navigating the complexities of this storm’s aftermath in order to provide hope and vital relief supplies to survivors.":1,"#Some regions reported that Super Typhoon Rai was the strongest they had ever seen. Meteorologists confirmed that it was the strongest of fifteen weather disturbances to strike the Philippines this year.":1,"#There were 144 Convoy of Hope Children’s Feeding centers in Rai’s path.":1,"#According to the Philippines Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council, the storm had displaced 481,000 individuals by the time it made its exit on Saturday. Authorities do not anticipate that power will be fully restored across the disaster zone until February 2022.":1,"#Images from across the Philippines showed drenched piles of rubble, flattened groves of trees, and concrete power poles blocking roads after the wind snapped them in two.":1,"#“In the province of Bohol, almost 100% [of people] were affected,” said Hermes Angoy with the Bohol Council Boy Scouts of the Philippines. “It is one of the strongest typhoons ever to hit our eastern municipalities from Ubay down to Inabangga and Tubigon, and the interior towns.”":1,"#“We always celebrated Christmas, but for now, it’s too hard,” Jay <a ljsid-1=\"\">told CNN</a>. “Everything was gone, including my house. The roof, and any wood that we built with, was gone.”":1,"#Jay Lacia and his child used to celebrate Christmas every year. Because of the storm, this year was different.":1,"#The death toll from Super Typhoon Rai (also known as Typhoon Odette) has surged to 375. Survivors are desperate for supplies like drinking water and food. Convoy of Hope is responding, despite looming challenges.":1,"#December 30, 2021 | 5 p.m.":1,"#Convoy of Hope will continue meeting the needs of those struggling to rebuild after Super Typhoon Rai. To contribute to this response as Convoy provides necessities to survivors in desperate need, click <a ljsid-1=\"\">here</a>.":1,"#Still, many across the Philippines anticipate that power outages in their area may last several more weeks. In areas like Bohol, less than 25% of the power grid is functional.":1,"#Thousands of typhoon survivors are still without access to clean water, food, shelter, or electricity. The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines reported on this issue in their latest <a ljsid-1=\"\">update</a>. “As of today, NGCP has restored 765 out of 917 damaged transmission poles, and 88 of 95 transmission lines in all affected areas.”":1,"#“Thank you, Convoy of Hope!” other volunteers said as they walked around waist-high piles of groceries.":1,"#“Thank you so much! We’re so happy!” said Pastor Cayerol Flores, one of Convoy of Hope’s partners in the Philippines. She shouted over the sound of volunteers preparing relief supplies for distribution to other survivors across the island nation.":1,"#Requests for help are still pouring in from affected areas. Convoy has received thousands and is leveraging delivery options by land and sea to quickly get food, water, and other vital relief supplies to those who need them most.":1,"#Typhoon Rai, known in the Philippines as Typhoon Odette, roared ashore on Sunday, December 12, 2021. Months later, coastal areas are still reeling from the damage.":1,"#“We have lots of devastation,” said John Williford of Happy Horizons, one of Convoy of Hope’s partners in the Philippines. John stood in a small clearing, surrounded by massive trees that the typhoon had snapped in two. “We have food here on campus, but only for the next couple of days.”":1,"#Thankfully, of the 144 Convoy of Hope Children’s Feeding centers in the typhoon’s path, none reported major damage. Unfortunately, the typhoon brought catastrophic destruction in many other areas.":1,"#Convoy of Hope’s response to Super Typhoon Rai continues, providing necessities to those in dire need across the disaster zone.":1,"#January 12, 2022 | 4:10 p.m.":1,"#As urgent needs persist, Convoy of Hope’s response to Typhoon Rai will continue providing hope and emergency aid to those in affected areas. To support Convoy as this response continues, click <a ljsid-1=\"\">here</a>.":1,"#Through this response, Convoy of Hope has already served more than 24,000 survivors across 23 different communities. With help from 18 different churches, organizations, and operational partners, Convoy has distributed more than 318,000 meals in addition to water and other vital necessities.":1,"#Many are still without power, shelter, and vital necessities. In these areas, residents rely on generators, good faith from neighbors, and support from organizations like Convoy of Hope.":1,"#“It caused massive destruction. It was like a bomb was dropped in northern Bohol,” Anthony Damalerio, chief of Bohol province’s disaster agency, told <a ljsid-1=\"\">Reuters</a>.":1,"#Rai barreled through 11 out of the Philippines’ 17 regions, leaving incredible damage behind. Local authorities reported that on some islands, 90% of the structures sustained severe damage.":1,"#More than a month after Super Typhoon Rai devastated the Philippines, Convoy of Hope continues to provide emergency relief to those still struggling to recover.":1,"#February 10, 2022 | 2:05 p.m.":1,"#The work didn’t stop with just delivering supplies. In central Texas, Convoy’s volunteers teamed up with local fire departments to provide chainsaws, life vests, and safety gear for ongoing rescue operations in Kerrville.":1,"#More than 100,000 pounds of relief supplies—including food, water, cleaning kits, <a ljsid-1=\"\">hygiene items</a>, and baby supplies—were delivered to affected areas like Kerrville, San Angelo, and San Saba. As of early July, over 10,000 people had been served through this flood relief effort.":1,"#In response to the historic <a ljsid-1=\"\">July 4, 2025 flooding across Texas Hill Country</a>, Convoy of Hope mobilized immediately. Within hours, they had dispatched multiple tractor-trailers loaded with emergency essentials.":1,"#When floods devastate communities, the road to recovery can be long and uncertain. That’s where <a ljsid-1=\"\">flood relief organizations</a> like Convoy of Hope step in—bringing prompt and compassionate flood disaster relief and hope to those who need it most.":1,"#How Convoy of Hope Provides Flood Relief":1,"#ay":1,"#Donate Tod":1,"#Learn how Convoy of Hope provides flood relief, supports flood victims, and how you can donate to help with flood recovery efforts.":1,"#Flood Relief - Give Hope Today":1,"#Convoy of Hope stands as a leading name among flood relief organizations, offering more than immediate rescue—they bring enduring relief, restoration, and the promise that nobody will be forgotten.":1,"#For those looking to support flood-impacted families, donations through <a ljsid-1=\"\">Convoy’s Crisis Relief Fund</a> are vital. As a registered 501(c)(3), flood relief donations are tax-deductible in many cases.":1,"#How You Can <em ljsid-1=\"\">Help</em>":1,"#On average, they’ve responded to more than 800 disaster events globally and mobilized over 1.2 million volunteers since 1994. Their approach combines speed, efficiency, and compassion—ensuring flood relief assistance is delivered where and when it’s needed most.":1,"#Convoy of Hope’s broader <a ljsid-1=\"\">disaster relief initiatives</a> reveal a scalable, strategic approach. Headquartered in Springfield, Missouri, they dispatch aid through regional distribution centers using a fleet of response vehicles and mobile operational hubs.":1,"#Immediate Flood <em ljsid-1=\"\">Relief</em>":1,"#Recent Flood <strong ljsid-1=\"\">Relief</strong> Projects":1,"#In Burnet County and San Saba, Convoy supported flood-damaged homes—helping clean out debris and offering essential emotional support to families facing overwhelming loss. Through community-driven packing events—like the one in San Antonio—over 500 volunteers packed thousands of relief buckets bound for survivors.":1,"#Help provide immediate flood relief to those in need":1,"#Flood Relief":1,"#44 results for “Google”":1,"#458 of 1000 max characters":1,"#455 of 1000 max characters":1,"#394 of 1000 max characters":1,"#393 of 1000 max characters":1,"#388 of 1000 max characters":1,"#387 of 1000 max characters":1,"#386 of 1000 max characters":1,"#340 of 1000 max characters":1,"#335 of 1000 max characters":1,"#58 of 100 max characters":1,"#57 of 100 max characters":1,"#56 of 100 max characters":1,"#47 of 100 max characters":1,"#A decade later, the city that stands is still a work in progress, but New Orleans is making a relentless effort to establish a new, greater tune.":1,"#“I’m very proud of how far New Orleans has come over the last 10 years,” Brees adds. “I would say that not only has New Orleans come back, but it’s come back stronger in so many ways.”":1,"#A storm that was surely set to devastate a community only succeeded in making it stronger. A community, backed by an entire nation, regained the flair it had long been searching for.":1,"#“We knew this was about an overall recovery,” says New Orleans Saint Drew Brees. “An overall resurrection of this city and of this community.”":1,"#It’s hard to imagine that out of such destruction hope would arise, but this catastrophic event would, in time, restore the lively reputation New Orleans once had as one of America’s greatest cities.":1,"#Sandbags lined the sidewalks as store owners frantically tried to prevent the inevitable. Streets once lively with performers and a familiar tune echoing on every corner soon brimmed with water. Cries of help sounded out as water submerged buildings and survivors witnessed terror that would pass through their minds for years to come.":1,"#While exploring the streets of New Orleans, it’s easy to understand why the city deems itself the “birthplace of jazz.” Every note touches your soul and evokes an array of emotions. But ten years ago today, the scene was much different.":1,"#Convoy of Hope reflects on Hurricane Katrina, 10 years later.":1,"#New Orleans: 10 Years After Katrina | Convoy of Hope":1,"#The-Refuge-037":1,"#IMG_3881_1":1,"#IMG_3879_1-2":1,"#For Convoy, it was a first at responding to a disaster of this magnitude. Like the people of New Orleans, it taught us more about ourselves than about a hurricane. It taught us what it meant to be prepared and how to respond stronger and better in the midst of utter chaos.":1,"#When Noor and her two children first arrived in Lisbon in December 2024, they were longing for connection, stability, and a place to call home. Originally from Pakistan, the family arrived in Portugal with hope in their hearts and the…":1,"#You searched for beca | Convoy of Hope":1,"#406 results for “beca”":1,"#In Haiti, many children are facing hunger that is keeping them from reaching their full potential.\n\nGinny used to sit in her classroom and focus on her hunger, a distraction that impeded her studies. Now, through Convoy of Hope’s Children’s Feeding program, she has a meal provided for her during her school days. With a nourished body and mind, she now focuses on her future and furthering her education.\n\nFood is a catalyst for bringing life change and opportunities to children around the world!\n\nFollow along to hear more stories about how meals can change lives!":1,"#In Haiti, many children are facing hunger that is":1,"#When a Los Angeles area basketball team traveled 1,600 miles to play in the Bass Pro Tournament of Champions, they made an extra stop to deliver hope. Athletes from St. John Bosco High School visited Convoy of Hope’s Global Headquarters and packed hygiene kits — just like those distributed to survivors of 2025’s California wildfires.":1,"#When a Los Angeles area basketball team traveled 1,600 miles to play in the Bass Pro Tournament of Champions, they made an extra stop to deliver hope. Athletes from St. John Bosco High School visited Convoy of Hope’s Global Headquarters...":1,"#Hoops and Hope | Convoy of Hope":1,"#National Volunteer Week - 2026 Info":1,"#Every effort counts, and every volunteer can make a substantial impact. 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