Humanitarian Relief & Recovery News & Stories

Health, safety and food – UMCOR grants in Haiti
As violence surges and health and safety nets deteriorate across Haiti, UMCOR grants concentrate on those most at risk.
UMCOR awards new grants for displaced communities in Ukraine
As U.S. government support for Ukraine decreases, directors of UMCOR and Global Ministries approve grants that help fill some gaps and ease uncertainty.
In 3 years, UMC shelters welcome thousands of displaced Ukrainians
"It was a chaotic time. Nobody knew what was happening! The war started, people were dying, and our main purpose was our family’s safety."
UMC signs Ecumenical Declaration: Defending Refuge
Faith communities unite in historic declaration to defend refugees at critical crossroads for U.S. policy.
Clinic in Honduras extends loving care to migrants
The United Methodist Mission in Honduras treats migrants for medical needs as they arrive in Danlí, offering love and a safer journey along the way.
Meeting Christ at the table
An UMCOR Mustard Seed Migration Grant helps Legacy UMC in North Dakota use cooking as way to create welcome, fellowship and community for Ukrainian immigrants.
Global Ministries condemns new immigration policies in U.S.
General Secretary Roland Fernandes writes that current border security policies disregard the fundamental dignity and rights of migrants.
Supporting migrant workers in Hong Kong opens a new window
Missionary Joy Prim works with migrant domestic workers in Hong Kong to provide them with shelter, legal aid and emotional support.
Global Ministries welcomes ceasefire, commits to continued support of Gaza
General Secretary Roland Fernandes offers a statement on the ceasefire agreement and the mission agency’s commitment to continue working for a just and sustainable peace.
UMCOR offers hope on the long road to Helene recovery
Clean-up and assessment after Hurricane Helene enters new phases of disaster recovery. Three conferences receive grants to prepare for long-term programs.
Applications open for 2025 Mustard Seed Migration Grant program 
United Methodist churches in the U.S. can help immigrants, migrants and refugees in their local communities through UMCOR-funded community-based service projects.
EarthKeepers address environmental and spiritual concerns
Recently commissioned EarthKeepers consider how God calls them to merge care for the physical world with care for people’s spiritual needs.