LDS Humanitarian Services
LDS Humanitarian Services is part of the LDS Foundation of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The organization's humanitarian aims are to aid impoverished families worldwide in becoming self-reliant, healthy, and educated as well as provide aid in emergency situations caused by wars or natural disasters. LDS Humanitarian Services accepts donations for its causes from any charitable source. From the organization's web site: 100 percent of all donations are distributed directly to those in need. Extensive storage and inventory capabilities allow for handling and distributing of many tons of disaster relief supplies each year. Other initiatives include providing potable water sources, training for medical staff, help for homeless children, and public health education.
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