20 years
transforming deepest need into thriving joy
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You make known to me the path of life; In your presence there is
fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.
Psalm 16:11 (ESV)
Our
beginnings
Our journey began 20 years ago as Cross International was founded by a
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group of dedicated Christian leaders.
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Our
purpose
... the same today as it was then. THEN - Co-founder and original president, Jim Cavnar, in the field, visiting with a family in Haiti. TODAY - Current president and CEO, Kelly Miller,
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visiting school children in Uganda.
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Our
mission
We empower the Body of Christ to transform the lives of the poor and their communities, physically and spiritually, for the glory of Jesus Christ.
Helping kids
thrive
Our Thriving Kids Initiative supports impactful, accountable projects that help
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children, families and whole communities.
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Making a real
Cross International is built on three foundational pillars of service: orphans and vulnerable children, We develop programs which naturally fall into eight sectors.
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children with disabilities, and crisis care.
Nutritional
food
We supply food to the malnourished to help them grow strong and thrive. Malnutrition not only slows physical growth, but it can stunt mental
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and emotional development as well.
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Clean
water
1 of every 9 people in the world lack access to clean water.
We are committed to bringing clean water and sanitation for communities in developing countries, including the most
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vulnerable populations.
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Orphan
care
In some areas of the world, millions of children struggle without caretakers or guidance.
We share the gospel with these children and provide a variety of interventions, including child protection and residency programs.
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Medical
aid
Wherever our partners are at work, there is a hope to bring about positive change. By working with hospitals, clinics and medical outreaches in developing countries, we can be an advocate for the weak
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and provide care for those who suffer.
education A quality education is often the best path out of poverty. Cross International and our ministry partners can open that door of opportunity — providing a free, quality education, nutritious meals and the Word of God.
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housing Thousands of poor families live in dilapidated shelters that offer little protection from the elements. We help by sponsoring the construction work on new or renovated homes, dramatically improving their standard of living.
emergency
relief
Each year, when hurricanes, floods, accidents, pandemics or other catastrophes occur, we are addressing the urgent needs of the most vulnerable. This flexible emergency funding gives immediate aid
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to disaster victims.
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microenterprise Microenterprise ministries help emerging entrepreneurs work toward self-sufficiency. By helping farmers increase their yields or providing small business owners with microloans, we are also
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helping these people reach their potential.
It has been 20 years since God first used
We will
continue
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Cross International to change lives.
to work
alongside our ministry partners.
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We will
continue
to be impacted by these
e incredible children and their family members.
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forward
to our
next 20 years of service.
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And we look
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CrossInternational.org