Kenya: The Africa Christian Church and Schools (ACC&S) envisions communities enjoying life in abundance. It is committed to proclaiming the good news of the kingdom of God and equipping people to realize their full potential. Support this project with financial contributions and prayer.
Located in Northeast Africa, South Sudan is the world’s newest nation. South Sudan was affected by a severe famine in 2017 which caused many to flee to neighboring Sudan in search of food. Due to recent civil conflict and ethnic diversity, the Sudanese are immersed in insecurity, poverty, and division.
Rwanda is a nation working to heal from a traumatic past of genocide. Currently the most densely populated country in mainland Africa, close to half of the population is under the age of 14 years. Despite remarkable progress towards good governance and helping the poor, poverty remains one of the main issues affecting nearly half of the population.
The Philippines is an island country of Southeast Asia, with one of the highest rates of natural disasters in the world. In 2019, 21 typhoons and a series of earthquakes displaced hundreds of thousands of people. These natural hazards not only destroy homes and livelihoods—they also affect the physical, psychological, and social well-being of children.
Lebanon has the highest per capita population of refugees in the world, which continues to put an enormous strain on social services, infrastructure and employment. While active conflict in Syria has decreased, there is pressure on displaced Syrians to return home, though many are not yet able to safely and voluntarily do so.
CBM’s history in Kenya has spanned decades covering a diverse set of ministries focused on integral mission. From long-term development and leadership training programs to emergency relief, CBM has partnered with the local church and community-based organizations.
India occupies the greater part of South Asia and is ranked the second-most populous country in the world, after China. Gross inequities are found in all regions of the country and overwhelming numbers continue to live in extreme poverty. CBM was among the first mission organizations to devolve properties and leadership positions to the national church in India and Bolivia.
With an estimated population of 16.3 million, Guatemala is the most populous nation in Central America. The country struggles with high levels of infant, child and maternal mortality, illiteracy, and other health and development issues. Religion in Guatemala is a complex mix of traditional Mayan spirituality in particularly in the highlands, along with Catholicism and Evangelical Christianity.
El Salvador has had a long history of war, inequity, and injustice. Civil unrest, crime, gang violence, and poverty are factors that contribute to widespread migration of those fleeing the country. While agricultural production represents 10-11% of the GDP, it only employs 20% of the labour force.
Empowering local churches to live out the gospel in word and deed where God has planted them is what CBM has been doing for over 150 years. Animals as both food and as sources of income is part of good community development. Giving animals to families along with training and educational support allows them
