Who We Are

A disaster can destroy a community in seconds. A crisis can push families to the brink. In these moments, survival depends on speed—and action.

That’s when International Relief Teams steps in. We bring food to the hungry, shelter to the displaced, and medicine to the sick.

Who we are

But our work doesn’t end when the headlines fade.

We create long-term programs providing food, water, shelter, and medicines to assist low-income families.

Since 1988, International Relief Teams has provided life-saving assistance to families affected by disaster and poverty in 77 countries, delivering more than $723 million in humanitarian aid.

Our Approach

Delivering Critical Aid to Families in Need

At International Relief Teams, we take a two-pronged approach to humanitarian aid: we respond immediately to crises through trusted local partners, and we implement long-term programs that support low-income families.

By working with partners who have the networks, infrastructure, and expertise to deliver aid quickly, we maximize impact while keeping costs low. At the same time, our own programs provide nutritious meals, access to clean water, and safe shelter, helping families regain stability during times of hardship.

Why It Matters

When disaster strikes, every minute matters. Through trusted partnerships, we quickly deliver food, medicine, and emergency relief to those in need. And when the immediate crisis passes, we return to help communities rebuild and recover.

This model allows International Relief Teams to be both nimble in crisis response and dedicated to ongoing relief—ensuring that every dollar donated goes further and provides life-saving support where it’s needed most.

Emergency Response

When lives are on the line, timing is everything. That’s why we respond with urgency and purpose. Through trusted local partners, we deliver critical supplies and rapid relief where it’s needed most. Since 1988, we’ve responded to hundreds of crises worldwide, maximizing every donor dollar to reach families in need.

Rebuilding Lives &
Strengthening Communities

Emergency aid is just the start. Through our Building Healthy Communities programs, we build homes, distribute essential medicines, and provide food to low-income families in the United States and across the globe. By providing the resources when people need them most, we help communities regain stability and build a stronger future.

Our Mission

We help improve the lives of people affected by disasters and poverty around the world by providing life’s most essential resources of food, water, shelter, and medicines.

Our Commitment: Now and Always

For over three decades, we’ve stood with families in crisis—delivering aid, rebuilding lives, and restoring hope.