We save and sustain lives in times of crisis

Medair is a Christian humanitarian organization that responds to conflict, disease, and disasters so that the world’s most vulnerable and hard-to-reach people can live with dignity and hope. We are neutral and impartial. We go the extra mile to reach people impacted by emergencies and crises, regardless of race, creed or nationality.
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We believe in the value of every human life.

Be a lifeline to people living in crisis.

We deliver life-saving and life-improving humanitarian assistance to millions of people each year. But we never lose sight of each individual life. We take time to connect with people in crisis at a one-to-one level, listening to their needs and offering meaningful support in return. Donate now to join us in this effort.
Medair delivers life saving aids to vulnerable communities in need in hard-to-reach place
What we do

Life can change in an instant. When it does, we are there.

When disasters and conflicts tear communities apart, Medair responds quickly because people’s lives are on the line. We work in highly unstable environments, going where the needs are greatest, providing life-saving support in some of the world’s hardest-to-reach places.

We save lives

In times of disaster, disease and conflict, we are ready within hours to deliver life-sustaining humanitarian aid.

We restore hope

We help people in crisis have hope for the future by providing them the support they need to rebuild their lives.

We partner generously

We work closely with other organisations and the communities we serve – acting out of a spirit of respect, compassion and dignity.

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We’re in this together

As a supporter of Medair you walk alongside communities around the world who have been made vulnerable by natural disaster, conflict, and displacement. We need your partnership to deliver medical care, provide clean water, and build safe shelters.

We believe each life matters

Medair is motivated to care for those who suffer because we follow Jesus Christ, who taught us to love God and to care for those in need. Our faith inspires us to value each life and to work in demanding and often dangerous situations. To learn more, check out this interview with our CEO, Anne Reitsema.

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Thanks to you, Medair helped over 3.7 million people in 2024

Medair rose to meet the challenges of 2024, helping the most vulnerable. Discover the amazing work we have achieved together because of generous people like you. We fight for the value of every life, bringing life-saving assistance to the most vulnerable in hard-to-reach places.

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“For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me.”—Matthew 25:35-36 (NIV)

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Your Trust Matters

We believe in full financial transparency. To help you see how your contributions make an impact:

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MEDAIR UNITED STATES

PO Box 4476

Wheaton, IL 60189-4476

United States

Phone: +1 866-599-1795

united.states@medair.org

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