about fth   

Dr. Lester Sumrall (1913-1996) traveled the world as a missionary statesman for over sixty years and saw firsthand the terrible suffering caused by hunger and poverty. In 1987, he was challenged by God with a vision to feed those innocent people who are plagued by such desperate situations. With enthusiasm and determination, LeSEA Global Feed The Hungry® was founded that same year. 

For almost twenty years more than 165 million dollars of food and relief supplies have been distributed in 82 nations of the world. Our pastor-to-pastor, church-to-church program ensures that the food gets directly to those who need it most. Food is not left on docks to rot nor stolen by corrupt government officials. Instead, it is put directly into the hands of local church leaders who intimately know the needs of their communities.

From its conception, Feed The Hungry has focused on bringing help to those in need both physically and spiritually. We must do more than just feed empty bellies. Because we work exclusively through local churches and ministries, each distribution also provides an opportunity to touch the spirit and soul of those in need through prayer, encouragement, and sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Wherever and whenever possible we also distribute Bibles to those receiving family food packs.  Physical food is temporal, but the Bread of Life can change a life for eternity.

Because of the generous support of partners and the strong network of our International Offices, Feed The Hungry has been able to provide emergency relief to those in need due to famine, drought, flood, war, or other natural disaster. 

You can be part of the vision of Feed The Hungry. Join with us as we feed those who pray, "Give us this day our daily bread."

meet the staff:

Pete Sumrall- President & CEO

Stefan Radelich- Executive Director

Bob Boucek- Logistics Director

Bonnie Ash- Development Director

Chuck Strantz- Graphic Arts

Dave Flowers- Procurement Officer

Rich Arvin- Warehouse Manager

Larry Schultz- FTH Driver

Kathryn Wells - Executive Assistant

International Offices