convoyofhope

Founded in 1994, Convoy of Hope is a faith-based humanitarian organization committed to serving individuals and communities affected by hunger, poverty, and crisis. Its work is centered on practical assistance through disaster response, children’s feeding programs, community outreach, and partnerships with churches, businesses, civic organizations, and government agencies. These partnerships allow the organization to respond effectively while respecting local leadership and community needs.

When natural or humanitarian disasters occur, the organization is prepared to act quickly. Relief efforts focus on delivering essential supplies, including food, clean water, hygiene items, and other necessities. These responses are designed to meet urgent needs during times of disruption and loss. When circumstances allow, support continues beyond immediate relief to assist communities as they work toward recovery and long-term stability.

Improving food security is a key priority. Children’s feeding initiatives provide dependable meals to students in vulnerable areas, helping address hunger while supporting education and daily routines. Alongside feeding efforts, agricultural programs offer training in responsible and sustainable farming practices. Participants learn methods that can improve crop production, manage resources wisely, and strengthen household income. These initiatives aim to reduce long-term dependence on aid by helping families build more secure livelihoods.

Empowering women and girls is another important focus of service. Through the Women’s Empowerment program, women are supported as they start or grow small businesses to provide for their families. Training includes topics such as nutrition, health, hygiene, literacy, cooking, agriculture, and early childhood development, with guidance also provided for expectant mothers. These efforts help women gain practical skills while supporting healthier families and communities. In addition, the Girls’ Empowerment program includes education on self-esteem, positive decision-making, nutrition, and physical and emotional health, helping girls plan for their futures with confidence and awareness.

Convoy of Hope operates through a combination of donated goods, financial contributions, and volunteer involvement. This approach allows resources to be stewarded responsibly while reaching a large number of people across diverse regions. Transparency, accountability, and careful management guide the organization’s operations and partnerships.

Today, Convoy of Hope feeds more than 639,000 children worldwide every school day. It has supported over 252,000 women and girls and provided agricultural training to more than 140,000 individuals. Since its founding, the organization has responded to more than 850 disasters in the United States and around the world. Its effectiveness and responsible practices have earned recognition, including a ranking of number 27 on Forbes’ list of America’s Top 100 Charities.

The organization was founded by Hal Donaldson, whose early life experiences shaped his commitment to service. After his father died in a car accident in 1969, the support his family received from neighbors made a lasting impression. Years later, inspired by a meeting with Mother Teresa and relationships with missionaries Mark and Huldah Buntain, Hal joined with a small group of friends and family to launch the organization. Early outreach efforts, known as Care Days, marked the beginning of its work.

Over time, expanded infrastructure, including distribution centers and global partnerships, allowed Convoy of Hope to grow steadily. Today, it serves communities in more than 130 countries and has reached over 350 million people, continuing its mission with humility, consistency, and a focus on meeting real needs.