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Real change takes time, and heart.

Please support ATD Fourth World Volunteer Corps so poverty isn’t faced alone.

Walking together to never give up.

At the heart of ATD Fourth World’s mission is the deep, unwavering commitment of its Volunteer Corps members—individuals who dedicate their lives to standing alongside those experiencing extreme poverty.

Their work goes beyond short-term assistance; it is a profound, long-term engagement built on trust, respect, and shared struggle.

Year after year, Volunteer Corps members accompany individuals and families, walking alongside them through life’s challenges, ensuring that no one is left alone in their fight against poverty. It is a relationship grounded in mutual learning, perseverance, and solidarity.

However, this kind of support takes time—often many years—and is not always easy to measure in immediate outcomes. The work of our Volunteer Corps members is a long-term process of accompaniment that cannot be fully captured by traditional metrics. The relationships they build are deep, ongoing, and transformative, with an impact that unfolds over years. Rather than focusing on big numbers, we prioritize lasting, meaningful change for individuals and families.

To continue this invaluable work, we need your help. ATD Fourth World relies on flexible funding to support our Volunteer Corps members and meet the unique, often unpredictable needs of those we accompany, staying engaged for the long haul.

By supporting the Volunteer Corps, you’re investing in the people who walk with those most marginalized, building a world where no one is left behind. Your donation will directly fund the ongoing efforts of these dedicated individuals and their sustained, compassionate presence that makes a real difference over time.