Restoring hope, rebuilding lives

OUR PROGRAMS:

International Relief Teams alleviates the suffering caused by poverty and disaster around the globe, from the forgotten corners of the world to right here at home, by sending volunteer teams, relief supplies, and other assistance to improve the lives of those who suffer most.

Community & Family Health

Disaster Response

Health Services

Medicines & Supplies

Nutrition & Education

Countries

IRT has worked in 68 countries around the globe.

$372 million

HUMANITARIAN AID

including food, medicine, and relief supplies to families worldwide since 1988.

98%

Charity Navigator Rating

for 15 consecutive years.

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Featured Project

Hurricane Michael

Hurricane Michael, one of the largest storms to ever hit the United States, caused catastrophic damage in the Florida Panhandle and surrounding areas. With your help, we can provide emergency aid to victims right now, and relief to help them rebuild in the months ahead.

Featured Project

FIGHTING MALNUTRITION IN GUATEMALA

Guatemala has the fourth highest rate of chronic malnutrition in the world. Almost 50 percent of children under five are stunted; and in indigenous areas, 65 percent of the population is...

Featured Blog Post

Caring for Poor Patients around the World: A Volunteer Story

Evelyn takes care of people. It’s what she does best. She has traveled to Central and South America, Asia, and Africa to treat surgical patients who otherwise would not have access to life-transforming procedures. Evelyn changes lives.

Hurricane Michael: IRT Provides Emergency Relief

WATCH: Barry discusses Hurricane Micahel and what families in Florida need right now.

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Hurricane Michael: IRT Provides Emergency Relief

WATCH: Barry discusses Hurricane Micahel and what families in Florida need right now.

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