Church donations target cataracts, Ebola, breast cancer and health needs
August 21, 2026 at 10:06 AM MT · via Church News · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting
The Church announced humanitarian donations targeting cataract surgeries in Papua New Guinea, Ebola response in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, breast cancer screenings in Chile and El Salvador, and other health initiatives in Australia and South Korea. The projects are part of the Church's ongoing global health partnerships.
The cataract program in Papua New Guinea will provide surgeries to hundreds of patients who have lost vision due to lack of access to care. In the DRC, Church funds will support Ebola vaccination and outbreak response in partnership with local health ministries.
Church humanitarian efforts have expanded significantly under President Oaks, with increased focus on maternal health, clean water, and disease prevention. The Church does not disclose total humanitarian spending but has funded hundreds of projects in over 100 countries in recent years.
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