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Our Mission
In loving response to Christ, the Servant, the Orphan Grain Train movement encourages and enables God's people to share personal and material resources in bringing Christ's name and character to needy people both far and near.
Individuals Served
5.4 Million Meals
Last fiscal year nearly 5.4 million fortified rice meals were shipped to those hungry and malnourished worldwide.
Cost Vs Operations
1.95¢ / $1.00
Only 1.95% of every dollar spent goes for administration and fundraising. 98.05% goes for helping those in need in the US and worldwide. Orphan Grain Train's Wish List
Weight Moved
44.1 Million Dollars of Aid
Last fiscal year more than $44.1 million worth of humanitarian aid and food was shipped to people in need in the US and around the world.
We serve from 27 locations located across the United States.
Orphan Grain Train has volunteers in 27 locations across the United States who gather clothing and other relief supplies for destitute people around the world. They also raise the money to send these relief goods and food where most needed. Find a location near you to climb aboard the train and serve those in need.
Current Relief Efforts
Blessing Children with Christmas
Some Gift Items Needed to Fill Christmas Boxes Over the previous five years we have sent 7,921 Christmas boxes to children all around the world who rarely receive any gifts. This year we have the unique opportunity to send our largest amount ever! Th...
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Thrivent Match A Success
Thrivent ‘s Match for NE Nebraska Tornado Relief Ended July 1, 2024 Thank you to donors that took advantage of Thrivent’s Match to increase your impact with every $2 donated Thrivent matched $1. We were able to raise $42,345.00 in donat...
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Midwest Floods as Waters Surge
OGT is preparing to help residents of Iowa, South Dakota, Minnesota and Nebraska with flood relief efforts. Many families will soon be cleaning out the muck and repairing walls, floors and replacing appliances due to destructive waters. Please pray f...
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