Dear John,

In the past few weeks, the effects of COVID-19 have continued to unfold, affecting both our local neighbourhoods and the global community in a way many have never experienced. But through this difficult time, we’ve heard incredible stories shared by ONE supporters as you continue to support your families and those who are vulnerable.

Still, this global challenge is going to require a global response; viruses like COVID-19 don't pay attention to borders. International solidarity and unity are needed to win this fight. Today, we'd like to share some of these stories of hope with you.

Stories of Hope:

Gayle Smith, ONE CEO. We are all in this together – this crisis surrounds everyone on the planet. It’s a moment when, I believe, our common humanity is shining through and will prevail, a moment that gives us the opportunity to remind ourselves and the world that turning inwards doesn’t work, and that standing together does.

Sarah DeFlon, Nurse, Michigan. Lack of access to healthcare or education are two of the most important challenges that we address, and two things that we have a great capacity to change for the better. The pandemic crisis we are facing only serves to emphasize more clearly that healthcare is a global issue, and a universal human right. The overwhelming evidence that vaccines not only save but improve and enhance lives in the world around us quite simply demonstrates that we will end this global pandemic in time, but that we also need the resources and effort ONE volunteers provide to fight extreme poverty now more than ever.