What is ADRA?

The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) is an independenthumanitarian agency operated by the Seventh-day Adventist Churchfor the specific purpose of providing individual and community developmentand disaster relief. The Economic and Social Council of the United Nations(ECOSOC) granted ADRA general consultative status in 1997.

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What does ADRA do?

ADRA partners with communities, organizations, and governments to improvethe quality of life for millions around the world through five core portfolioactivities: Food Security, Economic Development, Primary Health, EmergencyManagement, and Basic Education. ADRA recognizes the dignity that is inherentin each person and is committed to improving the quality of human life.

Who does ADRA serve?

ADRA serves people without regard to theirethnic, political, or religious association. Itsimply helps people in need, especially thosemost vulnerable such as women, children,and senior citizens.

ADRA Facts

¤ ADRA has a presence in 125 countries.
¤ More than 90 percent of private donations isused for direct humanitarian services.
¤ ADRA’s programs benefited nearly 24 millionpeople worldwide in 2004.