Upstream International is a global Christian non-profit organization that brings people together to challenge poverty in creative ways. We believe that in every community there are individuals who have untapped potential to make their community a better place, but may lack the necessities (training, systems & structures, financial resources, etc) to further their work. We find these leaders & work alongside them building relationships that bridge economic & cultural divides & produce empowered leaders. It is our dream to further break the cycle of dependence and build strong bridges for indigenous leaders to rise up & equip the people around them. In each of us is a unique calling that needs cultivating. We all have a curiosity about our purpose and how it relates to the world around us and beyond. We want to make a difference & know that our life counts for something outside of ourselves. For those who have the desire to be a part of positive change in the world, we ask you to act and provide you an outlet to do so.

Being a part of someone’s survival, someone’s empowerment & making someone else’s dreams a reality is something that’s value is innumerable.