Global HOPE
As severe weather continues to move across our country, we continue to hold in our prayers the families of those who have lost their lives, those recovering, and those picking up the pieces after this devastating tragedy.
The Disaster Ministries Team and other staff at the National Setting of the United Church of Christ continue to be in communication with those in the affected areas to monitor the situation and are ready to accompany those who have been impacted.
To support the relief and long-term recovery of those affected by these severe storms, and other communities that have experienced similar events across the US, click here.
Revised June 11, 2025
California Wildfires 2025 Special Appeal Updates HERE
Hurricane 2024 Special Appeal Updates HERE
The Global HOPE team in United Church of Christ Love of Neighbor unit brings together the UCC’s refugee and migration ministries, volunteer engagement, disaster response and recovery, and sustainable development support. The acronym HOPE makes clear the team’s vision: Humanitarian: Opportunities, Partnerships, Empowerment.
Global HOPE also distributes One Great Hour of Sharing (OGHS) offerings and gifts to special appeals. Your support for OGHS and special appeals makes a tremendous impact close to home and all over the world. Gifts for supporting refugees can be made to the Refugee Emergency Fund. To support response work more broadly, gifts can be designated to “Emergency USA” or “International Emergency” online or by mail. In addition, the following special appeals are open for designated gifts:
Active Appeals
| 2025 California Wildfires | 2024 Hurricane Relief | Hawaii Wildfires Appeal | Ukraine Appeal | Middle East Appeal |
Thank you for your gifts, prayers, and engagement, enhancing the work and witness of the church with neighbors around the world.
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Global HOPE Ministries
Refugee & Migration Ministries creates robust structures of welcome for the resettlement of refugees and the protection of asylum seekers within the United States while advocating for and responding to the needs of the displaced globally.
Volunteer Ministries offers a variety of service opportunities for groups and individuals across the U.S.A. Our historic programs connect individuals with vibrant opportunities to learn, serve, and grow in faith.
- Mission Trip Opportunities – currently limited
- Partners in Service Opportunities – placements available now
- Young Adult Service Leadership Program
- Other UCC Ministry Opportunities
- Spring Break Immersion Collaboration with Back Bay Mission
Responding to the call of our Christ-centered faith, UCC Disaster Ministries support holistic community recovery worldwide, by engaging supporters, volunteers and partners to focus on preparedness, emergency relief and long-term recovery.
Recovering Hope is a ministry of disaster to address emotional and spiritual care in times of disaster.
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