The Early Years: Eugene Krizek, Christian Relief Services' founder, testing a newly installed water well on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation during the early years.

(continued) On American Indian reservations, Christian Relief worked with American Indian Youth Running Strong, to distribute food and supplies to 12 American Indian-run church and community food banks and food pantries. In 2009, Christian Relief provided over 2,000,000 pounds of food for over 29,000 individuals, as well as 32,000 holiday turkeys and 162,000 pounds of food for Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday meals

Over 3,000 children received 5,000 new winter coats, 7,000 new blankets, 5,000 pairs of new shoes and school supplies. In addition, Christian Relief funded the construction of water wells, community gardens and emergency heating.

My father founded this organization out of his home 25 years ago with not very much more than a vision and a willingness to work hard for those less fortunate than himself. It is an honor and a privilege to be able to continue his work today with the help of Christian Relief Service's dedicated staff, our inspiring partners across the world, and kind and generous friends like you who have made all of this possible.

Thank you and God bless,

Paul Krizek
Executive Director, Christian Relief Services