Operation Christmas Child
2023 Operation Christmas Child Special Report
11.3 MillionShoeboxes packed by people from 11 countries 5.1 MillionChildren participated in The Greatest Journey 2.9 MillionDecisions made for Christ Informe especial Special Report “Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful.” Hebrews 10:23 Informe especial Special Report “Let us hold fast the confession of our hope…
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Ukraine Response Press Kit
Media Resources Media Requests Press Releases Fact Sheets B-roll Audio PSA Photos Ukraine Response Press Kit In response to the conflict in Ukraine, Samaritan's Purse is working in three countries where needs are dire—Ukraine, Poland, and Moldova. Disaster response specialists are providing medical care in four facilities across Ukraine and Moldova—including an Emergency Field Hospital…
Our Ministry
Church Engagement
Connect Your Church to Samaritan’s Purse Together we can reach hurting people with physical relief and the hope of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Share Samaritan’s Purse connects churches in the United States with churches across the globe as they seek to share the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ and fulfill the Great Commission.…
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U.S. Disaster Relief Photos
U.S. Disaster Relief These photographs are available for news media outlet use in coverage of Samaritan's Purse-related stories. If your news outlet uses a photograph, please credit: “Courtesy of Samaritan's Purse.” These photographs are not for commercial use. Valdosta, Georgia 2023 Samaritan’s Purse volunteers served hundreds of families in Georgia that were impacted by the Category…
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 ·…
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2020 Special Report
Special Report A Project of Samaritan's Purse In 2020, A Ray of Hope & Joy Broke Through the Clouds of Fear and Darkness "I am God, and there is no other; I am God, and there is none like Me. I make known the end from the beginning, from ancient times, what is still to come. I…
Crisis & Disaster Response
God’s Hand Evident as Tanzania Crash Survivors Return Home
UPDATED AUGUST 18 Three months ago, three Tanzanian children were airlifted on gurneys to the United States in critical condition and faced an unknown future. Today, Sadhia, Wilson, and Doreen arrived back home in the same Samaritan’s Purse DC-8 that flew them half-way around the world for lifesaving medical care. Our aircraft took off the…
Crisis & Disaster Response
Deadly Tornado Outbreak Brings Heartache Across Multiple States
An unprecedented swarm of deadly nighttime tornadoes tore through several states from Friday into Saturday leaving a long trail of death and destruction. Search-and-rescue efforts continue; more than 100 are feared dead. SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER States across the heartland of the country were battered by at least 50 tornadoes. The worst damage and highest…
Health & Medical Ministries
Bolivia’s Amazon Basin
Bringing Hope and Healthcare to Bolivia’sAmazonBasin World Medical Mission - A Ministry of Samaritan's Purse After retiring from a fulfilling 32-year career, Dr. Linda Eldred was eager for a new adventure. The California pediatrician has dreamed for years of serving in overseas medical missions. Already familiar with Samaritan’s Purse and its medical arm World Medical Mission,…
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Fact Sheet: U.S. Disaster Relief
U.S. Disaster Relief In addition to its international relief efforts, Samaritan's Purse mobilizes staff and equipment and enlists thousands of volunteers to provide emergency aid to victims of tornadoes, hurricanes, wildfires, floods and other natural disasters in the United States. After an initial response, Samaritan’s Purse often stays behind to rebuild and restore houses for…
