Church shifts humanitarian model from competition to collaboration
October 2, 2026 at 12:02 AM MT · via Deseret News · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting

The Church has transformed its relationship with eight global humanitarian organizations from a competitive grants model to a collaborative funding partnership. Deseret News examines how the new approach aims to increase coordination and effectiveness in charitable work worldwide. The shift represents a significant change in how the Church conducts its humanitarian operations.
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