Catholic Relief Services is the international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States. CRS relieves suffering and provides assistance to people in need in more than 100 countries, without regard to race, religion or nationality. Our work in relief and development assists people based on need, not creed, race or nationality, to live full and productive lives. CRS embraces a collaborative approach, partnering with local governments, non-governmental organizations, and other stakeholders to achieve lasting impact.