Violence and instability have long plagued the Dungu Territory of northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Churches, schools, and houses burned down during armed conflict decades ago have never been rebuilt, leaving communities seemingly trapped in spiritual and physical poverty. In the wake of so many years of violence, many families have been left with…
Volunteers Encouraged to Proclaim the Gospel
Last week, more than 1,200 Samaritan’s Purse Disaster Relief volunteers and Billy Graham Rapid Response Team chaplains gathered for the 2022 Sharing Hope in Jesus’ Name Conference in Orlando, Florida. This was a long-awaited, in-person reunion of the disaster relief “family” following the inaugural conference in 2019. The pandemic did not, however, prevent volunteers from…
Faith, Hope, and Healing in Lviv
A patient is rushed in gripping his chest and gasping for air. Samaritan’s Purse doctors and nurses slip into a well-trained rhythm, asking him about his symptoms, examining his vitals, running multiple tests—calming him with a hand on the arm and kind words amid a flurry of activity. Through tears and panic he breathlessly tells…
Spring Breakers Make a Big Impact in Memphis
Spring break is a college tradition that extends back to the 1930s. It’s a chance for students to kick back, relax, and take a well-deserved break from their studies, typically by laying in the sand and soaking up the sun at a warm beach or by taking an adventurous road trip. One group of 15…
Crisis & Disaster Response
Helping After Hurricane Ian
Overview Photos Videos Help Victims of Hurricane Ian U.S. Disaster Relief 013622 $ Give Samaritan’s Purse has three Disaster Relief Units in Florida—Fort Myers, Englewood, and Punta Gorda—where volunteers are helping hurting homeowners in Jesus' Name. Hurricane Ian made landfall as a Category 4 storm on Sept. 28, delivering 150-mph winds, heavy rain, and a…
Compliance/Report of Misconduct
Report of Misconduct Samaritan’s Purse (“the Ministry”) is committed to the highest standards of legal, moral, and ethical conduct. As part of fulfilling this commitment, Samaritan’s Purse requires all employees to report concerns regarding activity that may be illegal, unethical, or violate the Samaritan’s Purse Christian Code of Conduct, the Employee Handbook or any of…
Operation Christmas Child
Operation Christmas Child Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions Browse by Category Browse by Category Operation Christmas Child · Project Overview · Global Influence of OCC Packing Your Shoebox · Packing and Delivery · Gift Suggestions · Shoebox Labels · Printable Labels · Adhesive Labels · Tracking Your Shoebox Gift · Build a Shoebox Online · Building Online Goal Pages ·…
Operation Christmas Child
Official Contest Rules for The Greatest Journey Discipleship Series Giveaway
Official Contest Rules for The Greatest Journey Discipleship Series Giveaway By participating in this contest and submitting your comment to enter this contest (the “Contest”), you (“Contestant”) accept and agree to the following Terms and Conditions: Dates: The Contest runs June 15, 2020 – June 28, 2020, at 11:59 p.m. EDT (“Contest Period”). The Contest…
Operation Christmas Child
Official Sweepstakes Rules for International Box Day Giveaway on Facebook and Instagram
Official Sweepstakes Rules for International Box Day Giveaway on Facebook and Instagram NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT OF ANY KIND IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN THIS SWEEPSTAKES. PURCHASE WILL NOT INCREASE ODDS OF WINNING. By participating in this sweepstakes and submitting your comment to enter this sweepstakes (the “Sweepstakes”), you (“Entrant”) accept and agree to…
Operation Christmas Child
‘Thank You So Much for Bringing Me to Jesus’
Millions of Operation Christmas Child shoebox gifts are packed for boys and girls in need around the world each year, many of which include an email or physical address inviting the child to write back. If you have ever packed one of those boxes and wished you could hear from the child who received it,…
