Global Care Force News

The latest stories about transforming lives through volunteerism around the world

Global Care Force’s Promise to Ukraine
March 4, 2025

Global Care Force’s Promise to Ukraine

As tensions rise concerning the war, one thing remains clear: the people of Ukraine still need urgent medical care. No matter the political climate, Global Care Force stands firm in our mission to provide life-saving medical support to those in need. Will you join us in our commitment to stand alongside the Ukrainian people?
Friends of the Force: David Thornburgh
March 4, 2025

Friends of the Force: David Thornburgh

David Thornburgh is one of many friends of the Force. He says by giving regularly, he feels a connection to the volunteers in the field and it is his way of making them know they are appreciated.
Faces of the Force: Darlene Timmerman, RN
March 3, 2025

Faces of the Force: Darlene Timmerman, RN

When she retired, Darlene Timmerman, RN, searched for a purpose and new endeavors through volunteering. A chance encounter with Roxanne Jones, Vice President of Global Missions at a social event led her to Global Care Force and to Ukraine, where she found volunteering makes her life more meaningful.
Colorado Physician Set to Volunteer in Ukraine for Fourth Time
February 21, 2025

Colorado Physician Set to Volunteer in Ukraine for Fourth Time

A Western slope physician is set to travel to Ukraine for a fourth time to treat citizens in the war-torn country. Bob Downs, a long-time physician, said he was looking for “mission work” and came across Global Care Force, which describes itself as “transforming lives through volunteerism.” The organization offers worldwide help in places like…
Kansas City’s KCTV Reports on GCF Volunteer Rick Randolph
February 21, 2025

Kansas City’s KCTV Reports on GCF Volunteer Rick Randolph

Dr. Rick Randolph sat comfortably in his Leawood home Friday night as his cocker spaniel Lola frolicked at his feet, his memories vivid of the war-torn country he had spent two weeks in earlier this month. He is part of a team of medical volunteers with Global Care Force, a non-profit based in Lenexa.
Airlink Supports Global Care Force Volunteers
January 30, 2025

Airlink Supports Global Care Force Volunteers

Global Care Force achieves our purpose thanks to the generosity of partners like Airlink, a humanitarian organization that transports relief workers to disasters and crises around the globe.
Faces of the Force: Bob Downs, PA
January 27, 2025

Faces of the Force: Bob Downs, PA

When Physician Assistant Bob Downs retired from full-time practice in his small Colorado mountain town, he sought a way to use his medical skills to make a meaningful impact.
Global Care Force’s Promise to Ukraine
December 31, 2024

From Our Founder: a Great 2024 & an Even Better 2025

Thanks to you, our dedicated volunteers and supporters, Global Care Force made an incredible impact on underserved communities worldwide in 2024. With your continued support, our reach and impact will grow even more in 2025!
Help Global Care Force “Fill the Pharmacies” in 2025
December 27, 2024

Help Global Care Force “Fill the Pharmacies” in 2025

As we prepare to mobilize volunteers in 2025, we need your help to fill the pharmacies. In Ukraine alone, Global Care Force spends approximately $10,000 a month on medications and supplies provided to patients for free.
Friends of the Force: Monthly Giving
December 19, 2024

Friends of the Force: Monthly Giving

We are deeply grateful for the generous and continued support of our faithful donors. Their contributions have helped us achieve so much, yet there is still much more to be done.