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We work with organizations around the world to help poor and vulnerable people overcome emergencies, earn a living through agriculture and access affordable health care

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We help farmers organize into groups and build sustainable agro-enterprises.

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We address the causes of poor health and help strengthen weak health systems.
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Featured Story October 22 , 2018

"Changing the Way We Care" is Changing How We Support Vulnerable Children Worldwide

New collaboration with Build-A-Bear announced.
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