Founded in 1950, World Vision International describes itself as a Christian relief and development organization; "a global partnership conducting child-focused emergency relief, sustainable community development and advocacy in 92 countries worldwide."
claims charitable status in the United States and internationally; in addition to the majority of its funds, which are received from private donors, World Vision is also funded by US Aid, Irish Aid, and the Finnish Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
demonization and anti-Israel bias is expressed on the World Vision International and the Jerusalem-West Bank-Gaza websites; consistent failure to recognize Palestinian terrorism and its effects on Israelis, as well as a lack of context or explanation for Israeli measures to protect its citizens.