ALEXANDRIA, VA – Islamic Relief USA (IRUSA), a nonprofit humanitarian and advocacy organization, has issued a statement regarding Pope Francis, who died early this morning at the age of 88, just a day after delivering a message on Easter.
“Islamic Relief USA is saddened to learn of the passing of Pope Francis and sends its condolences to our Catholic brothers and sisters in the U.S. and across the world. Pope Francis exemplified compassion, courage, and resilience throughout his life, serving as a voice for the vulnerable and an advocate for world peace. His global leadership and spiritual legacy will undoubtedly endure through the countless number of people he has inspired and blessed.”
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Islamic Relief USA, based in Alexandria, VA, is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) humanitarian organization. Its mission is to provide relief and development in a dignified manner regardless of gender, race, or religion, and works to empower individuals in their communities and give them a voice in the world. Its programs benefit millions of people each year in more than 40 countries around the world, including in the United States.
Islamic Relief USA is on the U.S. government’s Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) charity list, and it is also a signatory to the code of conduct of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies.