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Message FOR SUCH A TIME AS THISAnnual ReportOctober 2023-September 2024

This was a historic year at World Relief. As the number of people forced to flee their homes continued to break records, we marked 80 years of responding alongside the church to the world’s greatest crises. Born from a move-ment of churches sending aid to refugees in Europe after World War II, we boldly carried our mission into 2024.From Sudan to Ukraine, the Middle East to the U.S., the church rose to meet critical needs. Because of faithful partners like you, families displaced by war found safety, children in crisis received care and communities around the world became places of refuge, healing and hope. In every challenge, the church stepped forward, demonstrating Christ’s love in tangi-ble ways.In the U.S., we resettled more refugees than ever before, equipped churches to walk along-side their newest neighbors through Churches of Welcome and mobilized leaders to advocate Dear friends,At World Relief, we recognize that the world’s poor often bear the biggest burdens of envi-ronmental harm. As part of our commitment to creation care, we've reduced the page count of this report to save resources and shrink our carbon footprint while still sharing the stories of transformation you make possible. INTRODUCING A MORE SUSTAINABLE ANNUAL REPORT for just and compassionate immigration poli-cies. Globally, we pursued innovative solutions to some of the world’s toughest challenges, like addressing food insecurity in Kenya and launching Early Childhood Development cen-ters in refugee camps in Burundi. As you read this year’s report, I hope you see more than numbers. I hope you see lives forever changed and Christ at work through you. Together, we are building a world where the most vulnerable are seen, cared for and empowered to flourish. Thank you for your generosity and unwavering commitment to sharing Christ’s love in a hurting world.With gratitude,MYAL GREENE World Relief President & CEOWe've reached a new milestone! In August 2024, World Relief achieved Core Humanitarian Standard (CHS) certification, a global benchmark for quality and accountability in human-itarian work. Want to read more? Just follow the links and QR codes to dive deeper into your FY24 impact online.Learn more about what CHS certification means for us at: wr.org/ar-chsAnnual Report 20242

FY24 IMPACT AT A GLANCECelebrating 80 YearsWe equipped communities with COVID-19 resources and helped people fleeing violence in Afghanistan, Ukraine and Sudan.Following World War II, Park Street Church mobilized U.S. Christians to send clothes to displaced people in Europe, eventually founding World Relief.1940sWe partnered with U.S. churches to distribute 31,000 meals daily across Korea after the Korean War.1950s1960sWe mobilized U.S. churches to send aid to war-torn Vietnam and partnered with President Kennedy’s Food for Peace program to fight global hunger.19 80sWe delivered aid to 10,000 people aected by war in Mozambique and established over 10,000 local churches in the Philippines.2000sWe aided 35,000 people uprooted by war in Darfur, launched cell churches in Cambodia and supported church-centered counseling in New York after 9/11.3,342,41340,4602020s1970sWe led a movement of churches welcoming refugees from Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos, paving the way for the U.S. refugee resettlement program.We provided winter supplies, trauma support and resettlement for displaced Syrians and Iraqis and delivered aid after Haiti’s 2010 earthquake.2010sRead more about our legacy of faith and action alongside local churches at: wr.org/ar-80We were among the first to respond after the genocide in Rwanda, address AIDS through church partnerships and pioneer the still widely-used Care Group development model.19 90speople served globally4,500+churches mobilized26,996volunteers engaged76%of those served internationallyimmigrants served in the U.S.& 66% of those served in the U.S. were women and childrenof boldly engaging the world's greatest crises in partnership with the church …3

With over 122 million people forced to flee their homes, the world is facing the great-est displacement crisis in history. At World Relief, we’re responding to this urgent need in countries around the world, including in crisis “hot spots.” What’s Driving Mass Displacement? Mass displacement is fueled by conflict, violence, persecution, poverty and cli-mate-related disasters. Wars like those in Ukraine, Sudan and the Middle East force millions to flee their homes. Persecution and human rights violations push others to seek safety beyond their borders. Meanwhile, climate-related disasters, such as droughts and floods, are displacing growing numbers of people. While some find refuge in other countries as refugees or asylum-seekers, most remain displaced within their own nations. At World Relief, we’re creating resilience in com-munities at risk of these disruptive events and supporting displaced individuals with lifesaving aid and long-term solutions for rebuilding their lives.122,000,000+DISPLACED PEOPLEHAITIWHO ARE THE DISPLACED?Souzan had everything — wealth, security, a future. But she couldn't worship freely. In Iran, following Jesus put her family in danger. Forced to flee for their lives, they spent 12 years in limbo in Indonesia, waiting for a safe place to call home. In 2023, Souzan and her children were resettled by World Relief Spo-kane. Now, they can worship freely for the first time in years.Read more about the drivers of mass displacement: wr.org/ar-blog6UNITED STATES SOUTHERN BORDER5

Daniela and her family fled Venezu-ela after her work with the police put them in danger. With two chil-dren with disabilities, they endured a grueling journey through the Darién Gap before reaching the U.S., claiming asylum and being bussed to Chicago. World Relief Chicagoland’s Southern Border Arrivals team helped them navigate shelter life, access medi-cal care and secure housing — building a foun-dation for a safer future. Willie was just 13 when he fled the Democratic Republic of Congo, escaping an attack on his family. Alone and unsure if his parents sur-vived, he’s spent years navigating life in Kenya’s Kakuma refugee camp. While battling tuberculosis in 2023, he received lifesaving medical treatment and counseling from World Relief. Now recovered, Willie is helping fellow refugees in Kakuma find hope and healing.4UKRAINE3MIDDLE EASTPhoto via ZOA | 20242CHAD + SUDAN1DR CONGO

Building Communities of Resilience564,833166,840119,862Imagine a world where families flourish and people experience restored relationships with God, their neighbors, themselves and all of creation. As mil-lions are caught in cycles of conflict, climate crises and poverty around the world, this is the vision we’re making possible at World Relief. In FY24, we took bold action alongside local churches and partners to help communities stand strong against the forces driving mass displace-ment and suering in some of the world’s most vulnerable places. In Turkana, Kenya, where severe drought has led to urgent food insecurity, we worked with faith and community leaders to build climate resilience and improve nutrition. In Burundi, we honored our 80-year legacy of caring for the displaced by bringing early childhood education and family empowerment programs to refugee camps. And in places like Malawi, Burundi and Rwanda, we celebrated the graduation of churches from our Church Empowerment Zone programs, knowing they will create sustainable, holistic change in their communities for generations to come. Together, we’re creating flourishing futures for families around the world.people gained access to clean waterfarmers equipped with improved farming practiceschildren under 6 got a healthier start through health and nutrition programsAnnual Report 20246

HOPE IN DROUGHT COMES FROM UNLIKELY PLACESCHURCHES PARTNER TO SHINE JESUS’ LIGHTIn Turkana, Kenya, Rose found hope in a tiny insect. She was among a group of women selected to try an innovative solu-tion to a critical agricultural challenge: accessing nutritious chicken feed in a drought-stricken environment. The surpris-ing solution? Black soldier fly larvae. Rich in protein and fat, this sustainable feed ensures her hens lay nutritious eggs for her family to eat and sell. “God has heard my prayers,” Rose shared. “Now I have a way to feed my hens forever.” Kabale wanted to be a good dad. But when conflict in DR Congo forced his family to flee, he found himself without work and uncertain of how to care for them. At World Relief’s Early Childhood Development (ECD) center in Nyankanda refugee camp, Burundi, he learned the value of just being present. “Now I understand that my love and support are just as important as providing food and shelter,” he shared. Can churches still bring hope and healing in the midst of crisis? Bosco and his wife, Nyiranzabandora, would answer with a resounding, “Yes!” After nine years of separation, their mar-riage was restored and their faith renewed when their local church joined a World Relief-initiated Church Empowerment Zone (CEZ) and launched ministries focused on strengthening families. In the face of global and personal crises, CEZs are a powerful model for how churches can unite to meet urgent physical and spiritual needs. EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS SHARE THE POWER OF A FATHER’S PRESENCELearn how tiny fly larvae are making a big impact on climate challenges: wr.org/ar-kenyaIn FY24, we launched nine ECD centers serving communities impacted by displacement in Burundi, reaching 750 children under the age of four. Read more: wr.org/ar-early-childhoodIn FY24, we celebrated the graduation of 586 CEZ churches in Malawi, Kenya, Rwanda and Burundi! Read more: wr.org/ar-cez7

Supporting Communities on the MoveWar in the Middle East. Famine and con-flict in Sudan. Gang violence in Haiti. Earth-quakes, drought and flooding around the world. Today, an increasing number of disas-ters are fueling a devastating migration cri-sis — the likes of which our world has never seen. More people than ever in recorded history, and almost three times more than just a decade ago, have been forced to flee for their lives and desperately seek refuge in a country or community not their own. Trag-ically, more than 40% of these are children.For over 80 years, World Relief has been responding on the front lines to global dis-placement — both in the U.S. and abroad. And in FY24, we remained unwavering in our commitment to families and individ-uals forced to flee their homes. Through our distinct “here and there” approach, we mobilized our network of churches, partners and local volunteers to deliver emergency humanitarian aid in the wake of disasters and help displaced people rebuild hope in both global and U.S. communities. Around the world, we showed refuge-seeking commu-nities the love of Jesus in the midst of crisis.Together, we’re forging pathways to flourishing for families on the move. 62,542Palestinians and Israelis served in the Middle EastPhoto by Abdul Dennaoui via Medair, 2024690,003medical consultations provided at 59 World Relief-operated clinics in Sudan13,108immigrants in the U.S. received legal assistance Annual Report 20248

In February 2024, gang violence and polit-ical unrest engulfed Haiti’s capital, Port-au-Prince. Within months, over 700,000 Haitians had been forced to flee their homes. Many humanitarian actors left, but World Relief remained. For over 35 years, we have stood by the Haitian people in their home country and in cities across the U.S. where Haitians have sought safety, and we continue to do so. BOLDLY ENGAGING THE CRISIS IN HAITI, HERE AND THEREFor the Al Abdallah* sisters from Gaza, the cost of war has been great. Forced to flee their home, the elderly women sought refuge in an empty apartment in Egypt. For three months, no one visited — no shared cups of tea, no one to check in — until members of Kasr El Dobara Evangelical Church in Cairo heard about the sisters and were moved to respond. With financial support from World Relief, they supplied furniture and bedding. Perhaps most healing was the company they shared. “God has not forgotten us,” the sisters said. “That’s why he sent you to us — to show us his presence even in our hardships.”*name changedRESPONDING IN THE MIDDLE EAST: “GOD HAS NOT FORGOTTEN US”In FY24, we partnered with local ministries to supply urgent aid in the Middle East. Learn more at: wr.org/ar-middle-eastPhoto by Ibrahim Zaanoun via IHP, 2023. In FY24, we reached over 210,400 people in Haiti with emergency aid and more. In the U.S., we welcomed 213 Haitians seeking safety. Read more: wr.org/ar-haitiIn Sudan, more than 11 million people have fled their homes since war broke out in April 2023. It’s the largest displacement crisis of our time. Even as others withdrew from Sudan, we were compelled to move toward the aicted. As Jawahir shared, “At a time where all people were in urgent need, we found World Relief.”COMPELLED BY GOD’S LOVE TO RESPOND IN SUDANIn FY24, we reached 815,258 people in Sudan with lifesaving aid. We also welcomed 580 Sudanese refugees in the U.S. Read more: wr.org/ar-sudan9

In Matthew 25, Jesus tells his followers, “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 … Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.” At World Relief, we take Jesus’ call to welcome the stranger to heart. When families arrive in the U.S. seeking relief from persecution and suering, we partner with local churches to cultivate communities of welcome and belonging.FY24 was a historic year as we walked along-side refugees, other immigrants and the com-munities that journey with them on the path Creating Communities of Welcome12,328refugees and Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) holders resettled152,224denominations across 17 states participated in Churches of Welcomeasylees & asylum- seekers supportedtoward hope and healing. We celebrated the launch of Churches of Welcome, a move-ment of U.S. churches responding to welcome the stranger. We also expanded our support through innovations like virtual resettlement and private sponsorship to help refugees and welcoming communities in more loca-tions than ever before. In God’s timing, this movement began just as we were receiving the highest number of refugee arrivals in our history. Together, we're opening our arms to embody the welcoming love of Jesus.Annual Report 202410

The call to welcome the stranger has never been more urgent. In FY24, we met this moment by welcoming more refugees than ever before. This was made possible by the dedication of our U.S. oces and innovations that expanded our reach. Through virtual resettlement, we supported refugees in communities without World Relief oces. We also partnered with the Welcome Corps, a new federal program allowing private citizens to sponsor resettling refugees, to expand our Good Neighbor Team model and equip sponsor groups to walk alongside refu-gees rebuilding their lives.A HISTORIC CRISIS, A HISTORIC RESPONSEIn FY24, immigration remained a national focus in the U.S. In response, we partnered with church leaders across the country to advocate on behalf of their refugee and immi-grant neighbors, laying the foundation to launch Churches of Welcome, an innovative discipleship journey equipping churches to welcome the stranger.“Churches of Welcome is about mobilizing the church to live out its biblical calling,” says Daniel Yang, national director. Through advocacy, discipleship and service, churches took bold action — meeting with lawmak-ers, mobilizing congregations and walking alongside immigrants in their communities. As policies shifted and needs grew, the church led with compassion and conviction. Read more: wr.org/ar-churchesUNITING U.S. CHURCHES IN WELCOME AND ADVOCACYFor families like the Ibrahims, a welcoming community was a lifeline. Read more: wr.org/ar-historic-responseAnna*, an asylum-seeker from Eastern Europe and mother to a 7-month-old daughter, faced an uncertain future when she reached the end of her stay at a temporary shelter. Thankfully, the church stepped in. In partnership with World Relief Chicagoland, local churches came around Anna to provide housing, love and support as she navigated the asylum process. “I’ve never experienced such kind-ness,” she shared. *name changedLearn how World Relief Chicagoland and local churches responded to help asylum-seekers: wr.org/ar-chicagolandCHICAGOLAND CHURCHES STEP UP TO HELP ASYLUM-SEEKERS11

A LEGACY THAT LASTS CREATES CHANGE THAT LASTSThe Joy of Giving With Connie WeaverGrowing up on a farm, Connie Weaver didn’t really like chickens — but she knew how well they could provide for a family. That’s why, when she and her husband, Jack, first connected with World Relief, she got excited about a project helping families in Turkana, Kenya, raise chickens. That personal connection started Connie and Jack on a journey of generous partnership, sup-porting clean water, sustainable agriculture and more. In 2023, we grieved Jack’s passing with Connie, and today, we’re honored to continue walking alongside her as she finds faith and joy in God’s work through World Relief.Connie shared, “Jack always said, ‘God has a bigger shovel.’ We give money out, and then God just gives it back to us — or even more than we gave. … For little old me in Wheaton, Illinois, to be able to change lives in Africa — now if that doesn’t bring me joy, then there’s something wrong with me!”When you include World Relief in your will or trust, you do more than give — you ignite lasting change. Your estate gift empowers families experiencing vulnera-bility to flourish, strengthens communities with sustainable solutions, and extends God’s love where it’s needed most. Leave a humanitarian impact of justice, mercy and hope for generations to come.Start or update your legacy journey with World Relief today: wr.org/legacyRead Connie’s full Q&A at: wr.org/ar-connieAnnual Report 202412

CURRENTLEADERSHIPExecutive CommitteeBoard of DirectorsMyal GreenePresident and CEODick OyiekoChief Financial Ocer (CFO)Kevin SandersonChief Administrative Ocer (CAO)Lanre Williams-AyedunSVP of International ProgramsAerlande WontamoSVP of U.S. ProgramsFrancesca AlbanoVP of Marketing and BrandMatthew SoerensVP of Advocacy and PolicyJe WalserVP of Strategic EngagementErin Donovan, Board ChairMyal GreeneGalen CareyCarrie TibblesWalter KimJosé VelázquezMatthew P. GerkensDakota PippinsGeorge HuPatrick MazorolJohn CuseyMindy BelzJoAnn FlettDavid VazquezJacoba LangerakLiz DongDurmomo GaryHelen KaminskiLooking ForwardWe look back on our work in 2024 with gratitude and joy for all we accomplished together. And yet, as we prepared to release this year’s report, we could not let the moment pass without speaking into our current reality. The challenges are immense, and the reality is sobering. U.S. policy changes have dramatically reduced federal support for vulnerable com-munities around the world. Refugee families are separated from loved ones. Clinics and food programs have been shuttered in fragile commu-nities. Converging crises like conflict and climate disasters continue to escalate. But here’s the good news: We believe World Relief was created for such a time as this. And so were you. Today, even as we grieve the impact of these policies, we are meeting this critical moment with a renewed sense of calling. Our organizational strategy and careful annual planning prepared us for many of these adversities. We have a clear plan to pivot programs and adjust operations to focus on our mission-critical and lifesaving work. Simultaneously, we are witnessing an outpouring of support from our partners. You have refused to look away. The church is rising up, and we will meet this moment hand-in-hand. The stories in this report demonstrate what’s possible when we act together. But we can’t do this work without you. Will you continue to join us in this God-in-spired work?GET INVOLVEDThis work wouldn’t be possible without people like you! Scan the QR code to give, volunteer and stay connected, or visit: wr.org/ar-join-us13

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION | For the year ending Sept. 30, 2024CURRENT ASSETS 2024 2023Cash and Cash Equivalents $25,871,388 $29,992,247Investments, at Market 537,669 429,251Grants Receivable 24,372,807 17,304,412Prepaid Expenses and Other Assets 5,063,637 662,765Minority Interest in Net Assets 1,303,712 1,391,184Right-of-Use Assets 3,881,567 3,037,206Plant and Equipment — Net of Accumulated Depreciation 5,137,271 4,610,561Total Assets $66,168,051 $57,427,626LIABILITIESAccounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities 14,560,989 11,581,629Deferred Revenue 10,823,401 10,608,424Operating Lease Liabilities 3,881,567 3,037,206Total Liabilities $29,265,957 $25,227,259NET ASSETSCommon Stock 1,000 1,000Net Assets 27,880,445 24,148,940Total Net Assets Without Donor Restrictions 27,881,445 24,149,940Net Assets with Donor Restrictions 9,020,649 8,050,427Total Net Assets 36,902,094 32,200,367Total Liabilities and Net Assets $66,168,051 $57,427,626FINANCIAL SUMMARY12%for Fundraising, General and Administrative Expenses $23,471,22912.6%for Fundraising, General and Administrative Expenses$20,513,999FY24 Total Revenue$194,886,977FY23 Total Revenue$162,771,960FY24 Total Operating Expenses$189,550,465FY23 Total Operating Expenses$163,088,560Fundraising $5,839,1773.58% General & Administrative $16,404,7878.7%Fundraising$7,066,4423.7%9% General and Administrative $14,674,82287.6% Programs $166,079,23687.42% Programs $142,574,561

STATEMENT OF ACTIVITIES AND CHANGES IN NET ASSETS For the year ending Sept. 30, 2024SUPPORT & REVENUEWithout Donor RestrictionsWith Donor Restrictions2024 Total 2023 TotalPrivate Contributions of Cash and Other Financial Assets$15,772,250 $18,198,857 $33,971,107 $32,190,725Contributions of Nonfinancial Assets 5,208,487 - 5,208,487 2,205,642Government and Other Public Grants 152,985,187 - 152,985,187 126,026,563Other Revenue 2,722,196 - 2,722,196 2,349,030Net Assets Released from Restrictions 17,228,635 (17,228,635) - -Total Support and Revenue $193,916,755 $970,222 $ 194,886,977 $162,771,960EXPENSESProgram MinistriesUSA Programs 119,861,963 - 119,861,963 90,697,725Overseas Programs 28,157,941 - 28,157,941 34,952,522Disaster Response 18,059,332 - 18,059,332 16,924,314Total Program Ministries 166,079,236 - 166,079,236 142,574,561Support MinistriesGeneral and Administrative 16,404,787 - 16,404,787 14,674,822Fundraising 7,066,442 - 7,066,442 5,839,177Total Support Ministries 23,471,229 - 23,471,229 20,513,999Total Expenses $189,550,465 - $189,550,465 $163,088,560Excess of Revenue Over Expenses $4,366,290 970,222 5,336,512 ($316,600)OTHER CHANGESRealized and Unrealized Gain on Minority Interest in Net Assets7,482 - 7,482 (16,806)Gain on Sale of Fixed Assets (58,777) - (58,777) 1,116,431Loss on Foreign Currency Translation (583,490) - (583,490) (484,321)Other losses (gains)--- (313,438)Change in Net Assets 3,731,505 970,222 4,701,727 ($14,734)NET ASSETSBeginning of Year $24,149,940 $8,050,427 $32,200,367 $32,215,101End of Year $27,881,445 $9,020,649 $36,902,094 $32,200,367

Where We WorkAlliance for Refugees – NJArrive Ministries – MNBethany Christian Services – DEBirmingham Cross Cultural Connections – ALFirst 90 – FLInternational Welcome Center – OHMission Adelante – KSPathways to Citizenship – CARising Village – OKSalem for Refugees – ORSend Relief – MAPROGRAM COUNTRIESOCTOBER 2023-SEPTEMBER 2024BURUNDICAMBODIACHADDR CONGOHAITIKENYAPARTNER COUNTRIESEGYPTGAZAISRAELLEBANONLIBYAU.S. LOCATIONSCALIFORNIAModestoOrange CountySacramentoSan DiegoILLINOISAuroraChicagoDuPage CountyRock Island CountyIOWAScott CountyMARYLANDBaltimore NEW YORKRochester NORTH CAROLINADurhamHigh PointWinston-SalemSOUTH CAROLINAGreenvilleSpartanburg TENNESSEEMemphis TEXASAustinDallasFort Worth WASHINGTONSpokane Spokane ValleyThurston CountyWhatcom County King CountyRichland WISCONSINAppletonEau ClaireOshkoshMALAWIRWANDASOUTH SUDANSUDANUKRAINEUNITED STATESMEXICO MOROCCOSYRIATÜRKIYEU.S. AFFILIATES