History Of Christian Aid and Who They Are ?

History:
In 1940s the aftermath of World Of War II, British and Irish church leaders met, determiner to do anything possible to help refugees who have lost everything: house, stuff or family members.

In 1950s Christian aid made sure that the public was aware of the problems in the world. Christian aid organised a week dedicated to helping. They built a replica of a refugee camp in the church of saint martin in London, since the first christian aid week a little red envelope was put/ dropped through 10s of millions of peoples houses.

1960s

In 1964, on the back of the success of Christian Aid Week, we changed there name to Christian Aid. The change of image worked, and there annual income reached £2.5 million by the end of the decade.

As world food shortages increased, Christian Aid began to look more deeply into the causes of poverty. Not just at dealing with its symptoms. They began campaigning in earnest when they challenged the British government on its aid and trade policies in 1969.

1970s

Severe famines in Pakistan, Sudan and Ethiopia in the 1970s prompted a huge rise in public support for aid. However, it was becoming obvious that emergency relief wasn't enough. What starving people needed was a more permanent solution , not just handouts (food and water).

2000s

The 21st century has bought new challenges to Christian Aid. The so-called war on terrorism, climate change and the increasing number of natural disasters, and the fact that almost half the world’s population live on less than $2 a day, means Christian aid needs to work more.

In 2007 there annual income was £86.5 million and we now work with more than 650 overseas partners in around 50 countries. But 60 years on from our founding, the fact that we’re still here isn't a victory!!!

What Is Christian Aid?
Christian Aid is a charity that funds projects in some of the world's poorest countries. It helps people to improve their own lives and to tackle the causes of poverty and injustice. It was set up in 1945 by churches in the UK and Ireland.

Source: http://www.christianaid.org.uk/ 100% reliable because random people cant edit it.