Theme: Emergency Relief

When war breaks out, the world focuses — rightly — on the visible damage. Strikes. Casualties. Displacements. Shortages. But there is another layer of damage that rarely makes headlines.  For example in Iraq — where recovery from past wars intersects with ongoing regional power struggles — escalation doesn’t just destroy…

This blog is part of a series where we shine a light on the helping hands that made some of our Mexico projects possible. From culinary chefs cooking and distributing meals for migrants to local creatives using their art to inspire peace in their neighborhoods—progress would not be possible without…

This blog is part of a series where we shine a light on the helping hands that made some of our Mexico projects possible. From culinary chefs cooking and distributing meals for migrants to local creatives using their art to inspire peace in their neighborhoods—progress would not be possible without…

In Mexico, at the border, the lasting impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic are still felt deeply, even four years later. While some scars, like economic rebuilding and job losses, are visible, others remain heartbreakingly hidden. One of the most devastating marks is the rising suicide rate among children and teens.…

The holiday season stirs a tapestry of emotions—joy in reuniting with family, nostalgia for loved ones no longer with us, the anticipation of gifts, and perhaps a touch of melancholy for goals left unmet. While traditions may differ across countries and cultures, one thing often remains constant: the comfort of…

In the heart of Zulia, Venezuela, our mobile canteen is doing more than just serving meals—it’s nourishing hope and rebuilding futures. Every weekday, we provide hot meals to 45 children from the most vulnerable communities, ensuring they receive the nutrition they need to thrive. Through our nutritional program, we serve…

Women are largely excluded from peace and reconciliation processes, despite clear evidence that their participation increases the sustainability of peace agreements. When women are involved in negotiations, peace agreements are 20 percent more likely to last at least two years and 35 percent more likely to last at least 15…

Levels of hunger and malnourishment in South Sudan are at an all-time high Search for Common Ground is on site in South Sudan, working tirelessly to deliver food aid and support to people who have fled fighting and violence. But we can’t do this alone. We urgently need your help…

Imagine having to run away and leave everything you’ve ever known, risking it all for a chance at a new life. This is the reality for countless migrants and refugees fleeing violence. This World Refugee Day, we honor their bravery and resilience by highlighting their stories. Hawar, Search’s Iraq Jobs…

When our friends at FUNAX, a Juarez-based non-profit organization bringing technology training to vulnerable communities, told us they wanted to bring Banco de Alimentos de Ciudad Juarez, a food bank in Juárez, ten tons of food to celebrate their ten-year anniversary, we couldn’t wait to get involved. Thanks to your…