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Catholic Relief Services is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States.
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Each #CRSRiceBowl comes with a calendar that features daily activities and reflections, guiding families throughout the 40 days of Lent while deepening their connection to our global community.

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February 4, 2026 at 8:05 PM
During Lent, Catholic families across the United States use a Rice Bowl—a small cardboard box—to pray, fast and collect alms in support of our sisters and brothers living in poverty around the world.

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#CRSRiceBowl
February 4, 2026 at 8:05 PM
Who’s ready to change lives this Lent?! 👋 Lent begins in just a few short weeks. One simple way to enhance your Lenten practice is to participate in our #CRSRiceBowl program.

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February 4, 2026 at 8:05 PM
These changes mean more than better harvests—they mean stability, income, and opportunity for rural families.
Supported by the Walmart Foundation, this partnership is helping farmers thrive while promoting sustainability.
February 3, 2026 at 8:14 PM
In Honduras, the El Coyol Habanero Pepper Producers Association is proving that agriculture can drive innovation and growth. Through Isidro LEAP, 146 producers are learning Water Smart Agriculture techniques, restoring soils, and building stronger businesses.
February 3, 2026 at 8:14 PM
This work is supported by the Walmart Foundation and Catholic Relief Services. Together, we’re building resilience and shared prosperity.
January 29, 2026 at 4:55 PM
💬“With the support of Isidro LEAP, we’re making timely decisions to consolidate our growth.” – Rodolfo Benítez, ASOPROCHAC

💬“We’re proud to know that sustainable agriculture can also mean better yields and profitability for our families.” – Gerson Hernández
January 29, 2026 at 4:55 PM
Through the Isidro LEAP project, 146 producers in El Coyol are strengthening their businesses and adopting sustainable practices that restore soil health and manage water resources wisely. These efforts are creating stronger market linkages and improving family incomes.
January 29, 2026 at 4:55 PM
So when Amina Bukar was selected as a Lead Mother, she embraced the responsibility with joy. Already known as a long‑standing women’s leader in her community, Amina has always been a source of strength, advice, and hope for the women around her.
January 28, 2026 at 8:01 PM
Being a Lead Mother is no small role. These women host weekly counseling sessions for other mothers, demonstrate how to prepare Tom Brown, a locally made, nutrient‑dense puree commonly given to malnourished children to support recovery and improve nutrition.
January 28, 2026 at 8:01 PM
One of the most effective ways to support good nutrition for mothers and children is by partnering with trusted community leaders. In many of our project communities across Nigeria, women look to Lead Mothers for guidance and practical support.
January 28, 2026 at 8:01 PM
In northern Togo, pastoralist Namguitiéne Lawane once struggled to keep his sheep alive. Through a CRS project, he learned animal care, feed-making and composting. Today, he supports his family—and shares knowledge that builds peace.

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January 27, 2026 at 3:46 PM
CRS continue to work with @unhcr.org to distribute the second phase of assistance and strengthen protection of refugees.
January 20, 2026 at 2:15 PM
CRS & Caritas Burundi are providing urgent support to refugee families from the DRC at Busuma camp. More than 3,600 families received nutrition assistance & hygiene kits to prevent child malnutrition and improve hygiene.
January 20, 2026 at 2:15 PM
Today, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.—a leader who reminded us that even in moments of struggle, hope is a powerful force that moves us toward justice, compassion and community.
January 19, 2026 at 4:10 PM
Every net is a promise: a child’s rest, a mother’s relief, a family’s hope. Together, we can make malaria history—one bed, one net, one night at a time.
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Preventing Malaria with Bed Nets in The Gambia | CRS
Through the Global Fund Malaria Grant Cycle 7, families are turning concern into action in The Gambia—using insecticide-treated nets every night to protect their loved ones and build a malaria-free fu...
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January 15, 2026 at 4:40 PM
These simple tools save lives—reducing malaria infection by nearly half. We are working alongside our partners to deliver 1.5 million free mosquito nets nationwide and educating families on proper use.
January 15, 2026 at 4:40 PM
Meet Penda. She lives in The Gambia, where malaria infected more than 100,000 people last year. Now, after years of battling this life-threatening disease, she finally feels safe thanks to insecticide-treated bed nets.
January 15, 2026 at 4:40 PM
Join Ndubuisi N. Nwokolo, PhD, and Chris Bleers of Catholic Relief Services as they examine peacebuilding and social cohesion through the lens of lived experience, local leadership, and community-driven change.

A great conversation you don't want to miss➡️ open.spotify.com/episode/0kV0...
Peacebuilding and Social Cohesion: Pathways to Sustainable Stability in the Lake Chad Region
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January 13, 2026 at 2:06 PM
As people of faith, we’re called to care for others. Which humanitarian issue matters most to you?

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January 8, 2026 at 8:55 PM
Love for the poor is the hallmark of faith.
January 6, 2026 at 7:08 PM
For 65 years CRS Rwanda has worked to uplift communities across the country, helping youth learn new skills & find jobs, farmers increase crops, & families rebuild lives. We're committed to helping Rwanda build a strong, prosperous future. Read more: brnw.ch/21wYuL5.
CRS Marks 65 Years of Transformative Work in Rwanda | CRS
Decades of Relief and Building Resilient, Thriving Communities
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December 19, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Beginning today, families across Latin America & in Hispanic communities around the world celebrate #LasPosadas, a beautiful Advent tradition that reenacts Mary & Joseph’s journey to Bethlehem in search of shelter. May this season inspire us to welcome Christ by welcoming others.
December 16, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Great strides in Nigeria’s fight against #malnutrition! The Federal Ministry of Health, with support from CRS, is standardizing production of Tom Brown—a locally made, nutrient-packed food powder—to ensure scalability nationwide. Read more: nannews.ng/2025/12/11/f...
FG, CRS To Standardise Tom Brown Production - News Agency Of Nigeria
The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare says standardising the production of Tom Brown will help tackle Nigeria’s high malnutrition rates and
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December 15, 2025 at 4:10 PM
One of CRS' guiding principles is that every person has basic rights and responsibilities that flow from our human dignity. They belong to us as human beings, regardless of any social or political structures. #HumanRightsDay
December 10, 2025 at 4:34 PM