Disaster Response
Stories

Many times the most important things are the things we most take for granted. The same can be said for food. When a severe drought affected the Bikita district in Zimbabwe, food became a scarce resource. The little animals and resources the people had, they sold in order to provide for their families.  Healing Hands […]

One of Healing Hands International’s (HHI) longest standing programs is still making a life-changing impact across the globe. HHI’s Disaster Response Program is lending a hand to many across the globe, showing love to many who otherwise may be forgotten.  One such place HHI is reaching is Malawi. Recently, Malawi has been undergoing a severe […]

When tragedy strikes, Healing Hands International (HHI) is there, providing essential supplies and aid to those most in need. As an organization deeply rooted in disaster relief, we are proud to say that our Disaster Response program has been part of the very foundation of HHI since its inception. Our program is made possible through […]

For over three decades, Healing Hands International (HHI) has been a beacon of hope for communities devastated by disaster, providing critical medical aid and disaster relief to those in urgent need. From the 1992 famine in Eastern Europe to recent crises in East Africa and India, HHI has responded to countless disasters, equipping local healthcare […]

Through your support, HHI’s Disaster Response team is able to make a meaningful difference. In July, the Indian state of Kerala was hit by unprecedented rainfall, causing devastating mudslides in the Wayanad district. Thousands were displaced, and rescue efforts lasted for weeks as all of the bridges and most of the roads were completely destroyed, […]

In the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl, the primary focus areas for HHI’s Disaster Response program are Union Island in St. Vincent and Carriacou Island in Grenada. On Union Island, we are dedicated to rebuilding the Union Island Church of Christ, which serves approximately 3,000 residents. The building, situated strategically between Ashton and Clifton, sustained significant damage […]

Thank you to all of our Disaster Response supporters who faithfully respond to Healing Hands International’s efforts to help victims of crises worldwide. We have been able to maintain a presence in Kavingo, Kenya, aiding in their recent flood recovery process. Joshua Mutinda is the Associate Preacher of the Kavingo Church of Christ, also attending […]

Imagine, no measurable rain for months. The ground is dry, and the scarcity of water is just another daily challenge in the Osewal Village of Kenya. And then, on a typical spring afternoon, the clouds begin to gather, and ominous thunder growls across the sky. The rains do come, all at once, and with an […]

We boldly invite our entire family of staff, volunteers, donors and beneficiaries around the world to join together in prayer for our brothers and sisters in Haiti. The ongoing gang violence and governmental uncertainty continues to take its toll as local prices skyrocket and supplies dwindle. In the midst of it all, there are families […]

On August 14, 2021, the southern peninsula of Haiti was rocked by a 7.2 earthquake, resulting in thousands of deaths and injuries. The ongoing political situation in Haiti has made transporting relief inside the country extremely dangerous. HHI employees have constructed fifty emergency shelters, which have now turned into permanent housing due to their quality […]

Through the Dorcas Ministry, groups of people, both young and seasoned, are coming together to minister to the hurting people of this world. They are utilizing their talents for sewing by working together to create shorts, dresses, diapers, blankets, etc. These handmade items are included in shipments to missionaries, hospitals, orphanages and churches around the world. […]

As we continue to be grateful for the connections God has allowed HHI to make in Eastern Europe, our team wants to share with you a story from the Sopot Church of Christ in Poland. This church community has been tirelessly serving families and individuals who had to leave their homes in Ukraine. They are […]