Monthly Archives: February 2012

Freedom from poverty: The key to life in all its fullness

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This past August, I had the honor, for the first time, of visiting World Vision’s field programs in Guatemala. This Latin American country is a gorgeous place — a lush, beautiful landscape, and equally beautiful people. In stark contrast to such beauty, however, is the presence of poverty across much of the country. Malnutrition is a major problem here — 45 percent of Guatemala’s population is stunted. Particularly in rural areas, families struggle with limited access to education, healthcare, and economic opportunities. But poverty does not define the people of Guatemala. Nor, as I discovered, does it undermine their ability to find joy and hope. And World Vision is working to help families and communities overcome it — for good....
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World Vision and sports-related product donations

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World Vision and sports-related product donations | World Vision Blog
Over several years, World Vision U.S. has developed relationships with both Major League Baseball and the National Football League.  From those relationships, World Vision programs have benefited from their donations of time, as well as funding and products. Those resources are allocated based on program needs in both the United States and in the developing world. More than 90 percent of our staff members come from the countries where they work, and, in many cases, reside in the communities where they serve. They are uniquely qualified to understand the needs of the children and families World Vision serves because of long-term relationships. Their understanding of a community’s needs and their ability to communicate those needs enable support offices, such as...
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From apathy to advocacy for the sake of the gospel

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From apathy to advocacy for the sake of the gospel | World Vision Blog
Having worked in many churches and Christian communities, I have seen numerous well-intentioned Christ-followers living simple lifestyles, but apathetic to many of the world’s travesties around them. We are well-meaning and profess to love Jesus. We care about our neighbors — those we encounter on rare occasions. We give money to the church and to the poor, but often, we don’t know any poor people by name. I think there are many reasons for this. Perhaps we are too consumed with full schedules — TV shows, committee meetings, soccer games, and taekwondo practice — or are overwhelmed because the surrounding problems seem too big to tackle. Have we become apathetic to the things that break the heart of God because...
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10 financial tips to help make the world a better place

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Today’s guest blogger is Casey Slide, who writes about lifestyle topics on Money Crashers and is particularly passionate about personal finance. Here, she offers her thoughts on what can be accomplished simply by focusing on financial stewardship. Check out her ideas, and watch the video above to find out how far your donated dollar goes at World Vision....
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A new way to give from the heart this Valentine’s Day

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A new way to give from the heart this Valentine's Day | World Vision Blog
Last October, we introduced our readers to GIVEN, the new line of apparel inspired by World Vision whose sales help support our global work. Thirty percent of revenue from purchases of the clothing items and accessories is donated to support our programs that serve children, families, and communities around the world. Today, Kevin Murray, CEO and founder of Jedidiah and Made For Good, writes another guest post in which he shares new opportunities through GIVEN for supporters to honor the women they love by helping women in need this Valentine’s Day. We’re excited to share this unique gift idea with you!...
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