UMCOR Statement on U.S. Policy on Asylum Seekers and Their Children
UMCOR responds to the U.S. policy on asylum seekers and their children demanding changes in policy, practice & oversight of immigration in the United States.
A valuable gift of nets and fish
Global Ministries partners with local organizations in Sri Lanka to help vulnerable communities prevent dengue fever.
Changes to UMCOR relief supply kits empower communities
Recent changes to UMCOR’s relief supply kits are empowering international communities while providing flexibility to donors everywhere.
From despair to hope, case managers transform lives
Known for their involvement in disaster recovery, UMCOR trains case managers to partner with survivors and transform broken lives.
Life changing support for Bangladeshi flood survivors
In Bangladesh, UMCOR partners with Muslim Aid to support flood survivors on the road to recovery.
Small gardens empower women in Palestine
Small-scale cooperatives and gardens help sustain besieged communities in Palestine. Learn how women are encouraging and empowering one another.
Rohingya receive temporary relief amid conflict
UMCOR and MA-UK work to reduce food insecurity and improve nutritional intake of the Rohingya population, which is severely impacted by ongoing conflict.
UMCOR grants continue to support ongoing recovery
UMCOR’s board of directors approved an unprecedented amount in the form of grants during the annual spring board meeting. More than $46 million was awarded…
Hope grows in South Sudan
UMCOR’s Sustainable Development Unit facilitates long-term community development and empowerment in areas of great need. For people like Mawien, UMCOR’s integrated solutions bring life-sustaining change.
UMCOR to Receive Funds from UMC GCFA’s - The Home Depot Pro Loyalty Rebate Program
UMCOR will now receive a portion of The Home Depot Pro Loyalty Rebate Program funds for 2018, 2019 and 2020.
Internally displaced family finds hope, thanks to UMCOR
For more than a decade, UMCOR has met shelter needs of internally displaced families in East Darfur.
To Live Together in Peace and Harmony Again
Seth Ogeto, a GMF from Kenya, witnessed a mass evacuation from Marawi City, Mindanao, Philippines, as a result of military incursion. He offers this prayer for evacuees and the UMCOR partners seeking to ease their transition.
After Cyclone Dineo, UMCOR helps Mozambicans rebuild
In Mozambique, Cyclone Dineo destroyed thousands of homes. Learn how UMCOR is reconstructing homes and infrastructure through the help of The United Methodist Church of Mozambique.
Making a difference, saving lives in Sudan
Mariam is one of many refugees in Sudan whose life was dramatically changed, thanks to UMCOR’s installment of community-based hygiene education, new latrines, and improved water sources.
Relief for the weary in Syria
Displaced families in Syria are exhausted by the harsh living conditions from the ongoing civil war. However, with support from UMCOR, families are finding some relief.
EarthKeepers Commissioned via Virtual Service
In the first event of its kind, Global Ministries and the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) commissioned a class of EarthKeepers—United Methodists committed to the ministry of creation care—via an online service on January 22, 2018.
UMCOR Brings Early Response Team Training to Puerto Rico
In a first for UMCOR, Early Response Team (ERT) training was recently provided in Puerto Rico and in Spanish.
Puerto Rican Methodists Find Strength in God Despite Massive Hurricane
On September 20, 2017, Hurricane Maria wrecked the building of La Iglesia Metodista Peña de Horeb in Palo Seco, Puerto Rico, destroying the structure but not the church...
Advocacy for Our Neighbors
United Methodists respond to Trump administration decision to end DACA.
A Message from Bishop Hee-Soo Jung
“In this season of Thanksgiving, give special thanks to our global connectional witness, particularly the blessing that is UMCOR.” Read Bishop Jung’s letter to the United Methodist Church.