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The mission of UrbanPromise International is to prepare emerging leaders to initiate, develop, and sustain Christian-based youth development organizations and to seed their new ministries as they serve vulnerable children and teens in our world’s most under-resourced communities.

Our objectives: •provide practical opportunities for North Americans and citizens of many developing countries to help reduce global poverty through volunteering •link people and organizations the world over so they can together tackle social justice and development issues •increase public awareness of global issues, and encourage people to take action for equitable, sustainable development. Cuso International focuses on five development goals: In each country where we work, program staff from Cuso International or strategic partner VSO work with local partner groups and focus on two or three goals. Volunteer placements are then created to help meet our development targets. • secure livelihoods & natural resource management • education • participation & governance • disability • health Cuso International also has two cross-cutting themes that inform our work in all areas of our volunteer programs: Gender and Climate change.

Denniston International partners with local organizations in underserved communities to bridge the gaps, large and small, that impede youth development. With a focus on collaboration, we enable communities to create educational and social growth opportunities for their own children and young adult members.

Favor International empowers and equips people in Uganda, South Sudan, and neighboring African countries to become leaders and bring about lasting change to local communities through evangelism and discipleship, education, community development, children's care & ministry, economic development, and women's empowerment.

Sozo International’s mission is to partner with at-risk Afghan communities to create a sustainable future and transformed lives through healthcare, education, and economic initiatives. We seek to do this in a holistic manner that considers physical, relational, and spiritual components. We intend to learn, partner, and provide resources to this end.

Ka Honua Momona International's mission is to be a model of sustainability, mauka a makai (from the mountains to the sea). Our philosophy is to develop indigenous education systems by revitalizing natural and cultural resources, perpetuating traditional knowledge and stewardship and evolving with modern technology which will result in a self-sufficient model for all nations.

JOY International is devoted to the rescue, restoration, reintegration and prevention of children who are trafficked and forced into commercial sexual exploitation. We are also committed to give children, teens and young women who are rescued out of the sex trade a renewed hope and a joy for living with enhanced life opportunities through Safe Havens that offer physical, emotional, psychological, educational, vocational and spiritual restoration.

Hopestart International was formed in 2013 for the specific purpose of bringing hope to people living in oppressive poverty, ignorance, hunger and poor health; and to those who are victims of social injustice. We have been working in Haiti with a focus on the poorest and most vulnerable sections of the population. We are in the process of expanding our operations to other needy populations in other countries in South America and the Middle East.

Civitan International is a global organization impacting lives at the grass roots level through local service clubs. Members of Civitan share a Servant’s Heart and a desire to create positive change for people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.Founded in Birmingham, Alabama in 1917, Civitan expanded rapidly into a global force for change. The message of good citizenship rooted in compassion, service, and respect for people in need is just as important today as it was on our first day more than a century ago.

Winrock International is a nonprofit organization that works with people in the United States and around the world to empower the disadvantaged, increase economic opportunity and sustain natural resources. Winrock matches innovative approaches in agriculture, natural resources management, clean energy and leadership development with the unique needs of its partners. By linking local individuals and communities with new ideas and technology, Winrock is increasing long-term productivity, equity and responsible resource management to benefit the poor and disadvantaged of the world.

We provide essential and transformative eyecare, around the world and right here at home. We bring medical volunteers and partners together to care for the people who need it most. Our teams work side-by-side with local doctors and clinics to improve access to high-quality eyecare. Together we break the cycle of hardship that blindness and visual impairment cause, making patients, families, and communities healthier and stronger.

Opportunity International’s mission is to empower people to work their way out of chronic poverty, transforming their lives, their children’s futures and their communities. Our vision is a world in which all people have the opportunity to provide for their families and build a fulfilling life. Our belief is that small-scale entrepreneurs can be big change agents in overcoming global poverty. Our method is to provide microfinance services, including lending, savings, insurance and transformational training, to people in need. To do this, we build and work through sustainable, local microfinance institutions. Our motivation is to respond to Jesus Christ’s call to love and serve the poor.