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Responding with Compassion

Challenges at the U.S.-Mexico border are not new. Dynamics at the border are complex and generational—a heart-wrenching reality that has plunged too many vulnerable families into even greater need. If you’re like us, you long to act. But ever-changing policies may leave you feeling confused and paralyzed.

At World Relief, we believe every person is made in the image of God and is deserving of dignity, compassion and care. Today, migrants and asylum-seekers at the border face overwhelming humanitarian challenges—including persecution, violence, family separation and deep uncertainty. In response, we’re committed to embodying Christ’s love through compassionate action, advocacy and welcome.

Here’s the good news. You don’t have to wait to respond. Together, we can act.

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Our Commitment at the U.S.-Mexico Border

During the first half of 2025, arrivals to the U.S.-Mexico border have been relatively quiet, largely due to an executive order suspending the opportunity to request asylum for individuals who come to the border—even if they seek to apply at a lawful port of entry.

However, a judicial order on July 2 could dramatically change those dynamics within the next few weeks. The judge found that the executive branch does not have the authority to suspend the right of those who profess to have a well-founded fear of persecution to seek asylum, which Congress passed into law decades ago.

While there could be further judicial rulings, we anticipate that this ruling could lead to significant numbers of people arriving to the border to seek asylum. Working in partnership

with local churches on both sides of the border, we’re doing all that we can to prepare to meet human needs. And we need your help!

World Relief responds to the border

At World Relief, we believe it’s possible to have secure and just borders while extending compassion to those who are in need. We remain committed not only to bearing witness, but also to speaking up and standing in solidarity with those arriving, extending the love of Christ through compassionate action and welcome.

Working in close collaboration with local churches and other partners on both sides of the border, we meet basic needs for food, water and shelter. We work with congregations on the U.S. side of the border to mobilize volunteers to help those allowed into the U.S. and in need of orientation. And we provide legal services to those seeking to understand the process to seek asylum under the terms of U.S. law.

We also consistently advocate for more just and compassionate public policies, which we believe are most durable if passed by the U.S. Congress. Thoughtful policy solutions are needed that ensure both secure borders and due process for those who express credible fear of persecution

Myal Greene, President and CEO of World Relief, says, “Those fleeing their countries due to conflict, violence or fear not only have the right to seek safety and protection but to plead their case to determine if they qualify to stay in our country lawfully.”

Will you partner with us as we advocate for just policies and serve vulnerable immigrants seeking safety?

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Together, we can partner today to:

Respond

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From shelters along the U.S.-Mexico border to congregations mobilizing volunteers on the U.S. side, we meet immediate needs for food, water, health and shelter while addressing the root causes that push families to leave home in the first place.

Advocate

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Our impactful team of policy experts work tirelessly, advocating for immigrants in the halls of Congress and mobilizing U.S. churches to respond with biblical compassion.

Rebuild

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When individuals are allowed to enter the United States to begin an asylum request, we provide a range of services, from ESL classes to affordable, authorized immigration legal services. You can help asylum seekers as they begin the journey toward rebuilding and belonging in the U.S.

Join us in responding to the southern border crisis.

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Why World Relief?

For more than 80 years, World Relief has partnered with people like you to respond with compassion and justice where and when most needed. When you give to World Relief, you join a community of churches and change agents who see what’s happening at the border and know that, while the politics are complex, compassion is not. Sadly, there are no quick fixes for the global refugee and displacement crisis manifesting itself at our southern border today. But together, we can move forward toward enduring solutions that are both compassionate and just. As bold men and women of faith, now is the time to act.

That’s why we’re asking you to partner with us today.

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