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10 Ways to Fundraise for IOCC

Are you motivated by helping others in need? Do you ever wonder what one person can do to change the world? Then we need YOU! Our DIY (do-it-yourself) platform allows you to tie your fundraising efforts to fun activities. Here are 10 ideas to get you started.

A Note From the Field

The week of August 13, 2018, ten alumni of IOCC’s Serv-X-treme youth leadership conference gathered from all over the country in Daytona Beach, Florida. Our assignment was to rebuild a home for John, a veteran, who lives on a fixed income in a one-bedroom ...

Emergency Kits Up Close and Personal

What happens after you ship IOCC emergency kits to the Brethren Service Center in New Windsor, Maryland? A group of IOCC staff took a trip to see firsthand.

Our Work Is Not for the Faint Hearted

In recognition of National Preparedness Month, we would like to thank the 1,300 plus IOCC volunteers who have, throughout the years, dedicated over 40,000 hours of hard work to help more than 250 families rebuild after their homes were damaged by natural disasters.

Gather Your Supplies Today

September is National Preparedness Month, and it will be here before you know it. IOCC is encouraging everyone to take the time TODAY to create emergency supply kits, for both your family and your parish.

Greece: A Growing New Business Fosters Hope

Haralambos and his family were not always in the farming business; he, his sister Theodosia, and his son Sotiris were all born and raised in Athens. But hard work ...

Jordan: Communicating with Newfound Confidence

Ibrahim, 8, has a severe hearing impairment. In their home in Syria, his parents were able to purchase hearing aids, but because of the conflict they couldn’t get them repaired when they failed. When the family ...

Serbia: Helping Families Recover After Floods

Extreme weather across Serbia in June, including hailstorms and torrential rains, caused flooding and landslides across seven districts, leading authorities to declare a state of emergency in some areas.

Do You Remember … ?

Whenever I visit an IOCC project site, I'm amazed by the impact a small change can make. And Ethiopia is a place where a little goes a very long way. Over the years, we've shared stories of how your gifts have helped improve lives in Ethiopia ...