Students have a free meal distributed by a government-run school in India.
CRS Commits $1 Million to Food Crisis Response
An initial $1 million commitment will help the poorest buy food and spur agricultural productivity.
Desperate Georgians Receive Initial Aid
An estimated 100,000 residents have fled their homes and need food and emergency supplies. CRS and Caritas are providing aid and assessing needs.
The Global Food Crisis
Prices of many basic foods have skyrocketed in the last two years, leading to a major food crisis affecting millions of people throughout the world.Catholic Relief Services is the official international humanitarian agency of the U.S. Catholic community. We alleviate suffering and provide assistance to people in need in more than 100 countries, without regard to race, religion or nationality.
Ken Hackett On the Global Food Crisis
Ken Hackett talks about the impact of the global food crisis on the poor and CRS' response.
Stories From the Field
Tropical Storm Kummari Displaces Thousands in Vietnam
Loss of life, homes and livelihoods continue as rainfall and flooding persist. CRS is coordinating a joint response. Read More »»
Hunger Deepens in Benin
A widow with newborn twins eats once a day. The babies aren't nursing. She has no money or home. Her only hope: the Missionaries of Charity.Read More »»
Bolivian Farmers to Replant After Floods
After flooding caused destruction to central Bolivia's crops, CRS and Caritas provide aid and long-term recovery to farmers.
Read More »»
Election Day Surprises for Egyptian Women
In rural villages near the Nile, poor women rarely vote, much less run for office. But a CRS program is turning the tide. Read More »»
Recovering From the Unexpected
While the trauma of sudden destruction lingers, CRS continues to aid hundreds of Peruvians left homeless by last year's earthquake. Read More »»
When Disaster Strikes, CRS Is Ready
In the Middle East, CRS staff simulate emergencies to make sure they're ready for natural and man-made disasters.Read More »»
When Rebuilding is Therapy
One year after the Peru earthquake, men and women are finding strength and consolation in rebuilding their own homes. Read More »»
In Darfur, A Way to Grow Their Own
Through innovative fairs, thousands of farmers in Darfur receive vouchers for seeds and tools to help them grow critical food during uncertain times.Read More »»
Prepared for Hurricane Season
Latin America and the Caribbean are regularly hit by natural disasters and extremes of weather. Preparation can ease the amount of loss.Read More »»
Tropical Storm Kummari Displaces Thousands in Vietnam
Loss of life, homes and livelihoods continue as rainfall and flooding persist. CRS is coordinating a joint response. Read More »»
Hunger Deepens in Benin
A widow with newborn twins eats once a day. The babies aren't nursing. She has no money or home. Her only hope: the Missionaries of Charity.Read More »»
Bolivian Farmers to Replant After Floods
After flooding caused destruction to central Bolivia's crops, CRS and Caritas provide aid and long-term recovery to farmers.
Read More »»
Election Day Surprises for Egyptian Women
In rural villages near the Nile, poor women rarely vote, much less run for office. But a CRS program is turning the tide. Read More »»
Recovering From the Unexpected
While the trauma of sudden destruction lingers, CRS continues to aid hundreds of Peruvians left homeless by last year's earthquake. Read More »»
When Disaster Strikes, CRS Is Ready
In the Middle East, CRS staff simulate emergencies to make sure they're ready for natural and man-made disasters.Read More »»
When Rebuilding is Therapy
One year after the Peru earthquake, men and women are finding strength and consolation in rebuilding their own homes. Read More »»
In Darfur, A Way to Grow Their Own
Through innovative fairs, thousands of farmers in Darfur receive vouchers for seeds and tools to help them grow critical food during uncertain times.Read More »»
Prepared for Hurricane Season
Latin America and the Caribbean are regularly hit by natural disasters and extremes of weather. Preparation can ease the amount of loss.Read More »»
Press Releases
- CRS Receives $2.9 Million Food Crisis Grant From the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
- Catholic Relief Services Supports Emergency Response in Southern Philippines
- Catholic Bishops and Catholic Relief Services Welcome Passage of PEPFAR Reauthorization
- CRS Recommends Urgent Response to Global Food Crisis
