We believe the local church is God’s primary agent of transformation—and we’re seeing it in action. Across Malawi and Central America, churches are uniquely positioned to lead lasting change. This post explores why churches are at the heart of the solution to poverty and how GLC equips them with practical tools like leadership training, sustainable agriculture, savings groups, and more. Discover how churches are becoming hubs of hope, healing, and community transformation.

GLC is a collaborative alliance of churches and organizations working together to equip local churches in Malawi and Central America to lift their communities out of poverty. Through shared leadership, coordinated funding, and consistent impact measurement, partners combine their strengths to create deeper, more sustainable transformation than any could achieve alone.

Effective collective impact requires deep trust, a shared “why,” the right partners, helpful structure, backbone support, and a commitment to patience and flexibility. These six questions create the conditions where collaboration becomes truly powerful and sustainable.

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In remote villages and urban centers alike, local churches are rising as hubs of hope and renewal. This post highlights how Global Lift Collective is reshaping the fight against poverty—not by working alone, but by uniting organizations with shared vision and unique strengths. Learn how GLC’s collaborative impact structure is empowering churches with the tools they need to restore dignity, rebuild communities, and unlock human potential in Malawi and Central America.

Across Malawi and Central America, local churches are rising up as powerful agents of change—meeting needs, restoring dignity, and pointing people to Jesus. From rebuilding bridges to launching savings groups, these impact stories show what’s possible when churches are equipped to lead. Discover how Global Lift Collective’s bold vision to mobilize 10,000 churches by 2030 is already taking shape—and how your church can be part of this growing movement.