The Missionaries of Charity is a Roman Catholic religious congregation founded by Mother Teresa in 1950. Its primary mission is to serve the poorest of the poor, providing care and support to those in need, including the sick, homeless, and abandoned. The organization operates in over 130 countries, running orphanages, homes for the dying, and various outreach programs. Members of the Missionaries of Charity take vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience, dedicating their lives to humanitarian work. The congregation emphasizes compassion and love, following the teachings of Jesus Christ and striving to bring hope and dignity to marginalized individuals worldwide.