Adventist Development and Relief Agency

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Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA)
Type Non Profit Organization
Founded (1956)
Headquarters Maryland, USA
Key people Charles Sandefur, President

Mario Ochoa, Executive Vice President

Gideon Mutero, Vice President for Finance
Industry Humanitarian/Aid/Disaster Relief/Development
Products Provides individual and community development and disaster including, Food Security, Economic Development, Primary Health, Emergency Management, and Basic Education.
Revenue $173,000,000
Employees 5,000
Website www.adra.org

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

ADRA was formerly known as Seventh-day Adventist World Services (SAWS).

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[edit] Accountability

According to the U.S. Better Business Bureau’s Wise Giving Alliance, America's largest independent Charity Evaluator, ADRA meets the high standards for charitable accountability set by this organization. Also, for a third straight year, ADRA has received Charity Navigator's highest ratings. ADRA has also been named one of top charities in the United States by GiveSpot for conducting the organization in an “efficient and transparent way.”

[edit] What does ADRA do?

ADRA partners with communities, organizations, and governments to improve the quality of life for millions around the world through five core portfolio activities: Food Security, Economic Development, Primary Health, Emergency Management, and Basic Education. ADRA recognizes the dignity that is inherent in each person and is committed to improving the quality of human life.

[edit] Who does ADRA serve?

ADRA serves people without regard to their ethnic, political, or religious association. It simply helps people in need, especially those most vulnerable such as those with disabilities, children, and senior citizens.

[edit] ADRA Facts

  • ADRA has a presence in 125 countries.
  • More than 90 percent of private donations are used for direct humanitarian services.[1]
  • ADRA’s programs benefited nearly 26 million people worldwide in 2007.

[edit] Where Does ADRA Work?

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[edit] References

William Miller

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