ALERT: Help families recover from Nepal’s flooding | GIVE NOW
ALERT: Help families recover from Nepal’s flooding | GIVE NOW
Inspired by our Christian faith and driven by compassion, we respond to disasters, support long-term community development, and walk alongside families as they build a better future.
The way we serve is shaped by our values—rooted in faith, lived out through partnership, and reflected through stewardship and respect for human dignity.
We seek God's will in all we do, trusting Him to guide and equip us to fulfill His purpose.
We are innovative, resourceful, continuous learners, working with partners, communities, and donors to achieve meaningful and lasting impact.
We believe every person is made in God's image and deserves dignity, respect, and the opportunity to flourish.
We steward God's gifts with wisdom, integrity, and accountability, honouring donors and the flourishing of communities.
We are recognized for our accountability and impact, working alongside trusted partners and global networks to serve communities with integrity and care.
World Renew’s Global Leadership Team is comprised of Executive Directors in the U.S. and Canada and five members of the Global Executive Team stationed around the globe.
Executive Director, U.S.
Executive Director, Canada
Chief People & Culture Officer
Chief Marketing & Philanthropy Officer
We are governed by a bi-national board of directors. Its members are elected by World Renew’s Board of Delegates. The Board of Directors meets quarterly.
Jeff Adams | President
John Bandstra | Vice-President
Darryl Beck | Treasurer
Gordon Van Vliet | Legal Advisor
Marg Hoogland | Secretary
Cari Fydirchuk | Pastoral Advisor
Steve Morris | Member
Donn Hansum | President
Graham Seel | Vice-President
Kenneth MacBain | Treasurer
Beverly Abma | Secretary
Benjamin VanderWindt | Legal Advisor
Emmett Harrison | Pastoral Advisor
Adejoke Ayoola | Member
Emily Boldenow-Fortna | Member
Kimberly Starkenburg | Member
Paul Vliem | Member
At World Renew, your skills and talents help meet real needs and strengthen families around the world. Join us in creating lasting change—together.
See how lives are changing as families and communities work together to overcome poverty and build a stronger future.
We steward every resource with care and integrity. See how we share our finances and the impact of our work.
We listen first. By collaborating with local leaders and investing in community strengths, we help build solutions that last and empower whole families to thrive.
See how your support helps strengthen communities around the world and renew hope after disasters—backed by impact data that shows the effectiveness of our work.
Read stories, insights, and perspectives from staff, partners, and communities working to end poverty and respond to disasters around the world.
