Samaritan S Purse Is A Nondenominational Evangelical Christian Organization Dedicated To Providing International Relief And Evangelism Servicesfounded In 1970 By Bob Pierce And Currently Led By Franklin Grahamthe Organization Operates In Over 100 Countries With A Budget Of $1 06 Billion For 2024Headquartered In Boonenorth Carolinait Has Affiliate Offices In Canadathe Ukaustraliagermanyand Koreaalong With 15 Field Offices Worldwide The Organization Focuses On Delivering Spiritual And Physical Aid To Those Affected By Warpovertynatural Disastersdiseaseand Persecutionits Services Include Emergency Reliefmedical Missionscommunity Developmentand Support For Persecuted Christiansnotable Initiatives Include Operation Christmas Childwhich Distributes Gift Filled Shoeboxes To Children In Crisis Areasand The Greatest Journeya Discipleship Course For Childrensamaritan S Purse Emphasizes Partnerships With Local Churches To Address Crises And Promote Long Term Discipleship While Sharing The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
