# $10 Million in 90 Days: How World Relief Housed 3,998 Refugee Families When the Government Cut Funds

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Published: 2026-04-07T20:40:30+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of On the Ground with James Misner , James sits down with Calla Parker and Matt Soerens to unpack how World Relief mobilized a rapid, faith-driven response—raising $10 million in just 90 days and housing 3,998 refugee families. This conversation goes beyond the numbers. Calla and Matt share what it looked like to navigate sudden policy shifts, respond to urgent human need, and lead through uncertainty while staying grounded in mission. They also reveal the behind-the-scenes strategy—how advocacy, storytelling, and donor engagement came together to fuel one of the most critical fundraising efforts in recent history.

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