Funds in Disaster Relief

Spain has been devastated by the weather phenomenon known as DANA and the death toll continues to rise. Spain is in need of immediate support and long term support to recover from these catastrophic flash floods that have inundated large parts of the country. This fund highlights a handful of charities that are providing immediate relief in affected regions and will offer longer term support as cities and people heal and rebuild.

At the end of October 2024, Spain's Valencia region was hit by severe flash floods, with relentless rains sweeping through cities, towns and rural areas alike. In some areas a year's worth of rain poured in a single day which led to terrible consequences for locals and infrastructures. These conditions have left several areas completely isolated, with no access to electricity, gas or clean water. Torrential rains have cut off entire communities making it difficult for families to receive essential supplies and emergency care. Roads are blocked, power lines are down, and emergency response services are overwhelmed by the attention needed. The lack of access to basic utilities is putting vulnerable populations at high risk, especially the elderly and children.

This flood caused by the storm La DANA is one of the deadliest weather events in modern Spanish history. Valencia is still recovering from the catastrophic floods that have killed more than 200 people and devastating entire communities. While Valencia works to recover from this immense tragedy, many areas remain in critical need of support, particularly food and basic necessities for those affected. With the storm ongoing and other regions still at risk of flooding, the immediate focus must be on locating those still missing and providing essential assistance to those displaced. The coming days will be crucial in coordinating relief efforts for those whose lives have been upended.

In the aftermath of devastating Hurricanes Helene and Milton, the Red Cross and US Humane Society are continuing to assist local organizations to provide disaster relief, emergency care, animal rescue, and rebuilding assistance for those affected and displaced by these disasters.

Organizations making a difference in response to recent hurricane disasters in the Carolinas and Florida.

Hurricane Milton made landfall near Siesta Key, Florida on October 9th, 2024 as a powerful Category 3 hurricane. More than 3 million households were left without power as the storm traveled from Florida's western coast through central Florida and into the Atlantic. Severe flooding and damage to homes, businesses and infrastructure were left in the storm's wake, and multiple fatalities were reported as tornadoes connected to the storm's weather patterns touched down in St. Lucie County. An estimated 11 million people are at risk of flash flooding and there are reports of downed power lines, trees, and other forms of potentially dangerous debris left behind due to the storm's powerful winds. Relief efforts are underway, and the following nonprofits are providing critical resources in the form of emergency shelter, food, water, medical treatment, and supplies to those impacted. Your donation to this Fund will help support both immediate and long-term recovery efforts. Please note the organizations included in this Fund are subject to change as we learn more about needs on the ground.

Helping rebuild communities devastated by the hurricanes that affected Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and southern Virginia, Fall 2024.

The situation in Lebanon is not just devastating; it's an unprecedented-scale crisis. In the last few days, 700 lives have been tragically lost, and over 3,000 civilians have been injured, some in critical condition. Thousands of families are fleeing their homes in panic and are now seeking shelter in crowded schools as more Israeli airstrikes tear through neighborhoods today. After almost a year of gradual escalation, more than 116,000 people in Lebanon have been displaced and are in desperate need of aid. Global Fund's appeal is to raise an initial $100 thousand to expand our efforts to provide vital aid to displaced families. With Israeli attacks on Gaza also continuing unabated, Global Fund continues to call for an immediate ceasefire across the region and for all parties to respect international law, a crucial step in protecting civilians.Support our Lebanon emergency appeal and help us continue to save lives. INSPIRE YOURSELF. INSPIRE OTHERS.​​ DONATE. SHARE. REPEAT. Contribute and get inspired by the generosity. YOU CAN DOUBLE OR TRIPLE THE IMPACT OF YOUR DONATION WITH MATCHING GIFTS OR CREATE A CORPORATE GIVING OPPORTUNITY WITH YOUR COMPANY. Your donation or gift is tax-deductible and will be described on your receipt and to the extent allowed by law. We are a tax-exempt non-profit corporation under the Internal Revenue Code section 501 (c) (3) provisions. Registered as a Public Charity 509(a)(2) in the United States of America.Employer Identification Number: 85-3743498

As you may know, Hurricane Helene has hit our communities where so many of our employees and customers call home. Building Community is an important component of our Social Impact mission and we feel it’s our duty to step up and help. That’s why Shutterstock is donating $10,000 to the Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP) to help those impacted. We’ve partnered with CDP before to support disaster recovery efforts globally, and they really know how to make an impact. CDP not only provides immediate assistance but also focuses on long-term resilience. They’re all about providing immediate needs while simultaneously rebuilding infrastructure and boosting local economies so communities are better prepared for disaster. This approach is why we believe in their mission. If you're interesting in learning more, CDP is hosting a webinar to discuss their Hurricane Helene recovery efforts on 10/3 at 1:00 EST. Register here - https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_itNeweVxTCG9CR1RbvNuww#/registration If you’d like to contribute, you can support this fund or any other nonprofit working on the ground. And don’t forget—Shutterstock matches up to $200 of donations per employee each year! Let’s come together to help our community rebuild. 💙

Red Cross Responders are working around the clock with FEMA and other First Responders, in North Carolina to get help to those in need. They are setting up Shelters which will provide meals, emotional support and relief supplies.

We are profoundly saddened by the devastating destruction caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, resulting in loss of life and intensifying humanitarian needs in the Southeastern U.S., including especially Florida’s Gulf Coast, the Big Bend region, and Western North Carolina. As an organization committed to giving to those less fortunate than ourselves, AMG has committed a gift toward humanitarian support, benefiting the charitable organizations below that are providing immediate aid to those directly impacted by this natural disaster.

Supports organizations working directly with Western NC Hurricane Helene Relief

Hurricane Helene made landfall in the Big Bend region of Florida on the evening of September 26, 2024 as a powerful category 4 hurricane, resulting in life-threatening storm surges, heavy rainfall and up to 140 MPH winds. Homes, businesses, and infrastructure are facing catastrophic damage and over 1 million homes in Florida faced power outages, with another 2 million experiencing outages across Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and southern Virginia. Severe flooding has permeated Florida's northwestern coast, with the storm moving inland and ravaging multiple western North Carolina communities. Asheville, NC became virtually inaccessible due to flooding and storm damage, and the village of Chimney Rock has been destroyed, along with several others. The storm also made a devastating impact across multiple Eastern Tennessee communities, leaving significant damage and destruction in its wake. Communities in Georgia, South Carolina, and southern Virginia are also experiencing impacts due to severe flooding. More than 200 storm-related deaths have been reported, with many others still missing. Relief efforts are underway, and the following nonprofits are providing critical resources in the form of emergency shelter, food, water, medical treatment, and supplies to those impacted. Your donation to this Fund will help support both immediate and long-term recovery efforts. Please note the organizations included in this Fund are subject to change as we learn more about needs on the ground.

Heavy rains have caused severe flooding in Czech Republic, including the Krnov and Jeseník regions. Thousands of people have had to evacuate their homes and thousands more will likely be impacted in the coming days. This fund will support rescue operations as well as temporary shelters, water, food, and basic hygiene for evacuated residents.

We are asking for all the help we cat get to support the firefights in Portugal at the moment, and ASML will match your donation. Thank you! Obrigado(a)!

Due to the devastating floods impacting regions in Poland, including the evacuation of thousands of residents and significant damage to homes and infrastructure, Clari wishes to extend its support by raising a flood relief fund to aid those affected and contribute to recovery efforts.

Heavy rains have caused severe flooding in Southern Poland, including the Lower Silesia, Opole and Lesser Poland (Dolnośląskim, Opolskim i Małopolskim) provinces. Thousands of people have had to evacuate their homes and thousands more will likely be impacted in the coming days. This fund will support rescue operations as well as temporary shelters, water, food, and basic hygiene for evacuated residents.

Donating blood is a simple yet powerful way to make a significant impact on the lives of others. Each donation can help save up to three lives by providing vital support for patients undergoing surgery, cancer treatment, trauma care, and chronic illnesses. Blood cannot be manufactured; it can only come from generous donors. By donating you're contributing to a steady supply of blood that ensures hospitals and medical facilities are prepared to meet the needs of patients in critical moments. Your donation is a gift of life and a direct way to help those in need. If you aren't able to donate blood please consider donating funds. Donating money to the American Red Cross is crucial because it enables the organization to respond swiftly and effectively to emergencies and disasters. The Red Cross provides essential services such as disaster relief, emergency shelter, food, and medical care to those affected by natural disasters, fires, and other crises. Your financial contributions also support the training and deployment of volunteers, the collection and distribution of blood, and ongoing community preparedness initiatives. By donating, you’re directly helping to fund life-saving programs and ensure that the Red Cross can continue to be there for individuals and communities in their most vulnerable moments.

Severe landslides caused by heavy rains have devastated the district of Wayanad in the southern Indian state of Kerala. The impact of these landslides is catastrophic, resulting in over 200 reported deaths and injuries as well as the destruction of homes, businesses, and local infrastructure. Relief and recovery efforts are currently underway, and the selected nonprofits are providing emergency aid to those impacted. Your donation to this Fund will help support rescue and recovery efforts throughout the region. Please note the organizations included in this Fund are subject to change as we learn more about needs on the ground.

THIS is an urgent appeal for donations to help the victims of the devastating landslides in Wayanad in northern Kerala that has left over 185 people dead, over 200 people injured and over 225 people missing. In the affected areas, rescue efforts are underway and more than 1,000 people have been rescued so far. But there are still more people trapped and unreachable. Our NGO partner KOODU Trust is on ground right now in the affected areas of Wayanad distributing emergency immediate relief such as clean water, food, medicines and temporary shelter to people most affected by the devastating landslides and has already started long-term recovery and rebuilding efforts. Your generous donations can provide an urgent helping hand to men, women and children suffering from this ongoing natural disaster. Emergency Response: Emergency Kit – ₹1100 Camp Kit – ₹500 Food & Water – ₹100 Dress Materials - ₹2500 Provision - ₹3000

Heavy rains brought on by Typhoon Carina (Gaemi) have caused catastrophic flooding and infrastructure damage across the Philippines, with massive impacts in the capital region of Manila. Multiple casualties have been reported, and hundreds of thousands are facing injury and displacement. Relief and recovery efforts are currently underway, and the selected nonprofits are providing emergency aid to those impacted. Your donation to this Fund will help support rescue and recovery efforts throughout the region. Please note the organizations included in this Fund are subject to change as we learn more about needs on the ground.

Hurricane Beryl made landfall on the island of Carriacou on July 1, 2024 as a powerful Category 4 hurricane, making its way through the island nations of Antigua, Grenada, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Homes, businesses, and infrastructure throughout the region have been destroyed, fatalities have been reported, and those impacted are facing displacement and devastation. The hurricane has since been upgraded to a Category 5 storm and is projected to hit Jamaica, the Cayman Islands, and the Yucatán Peninsula later this week. The selected nonprofits are responding to impacted areas to provide support and resources to those affected. Please note the organizations included in this Fund are subject to change as we learn more about needs on the ground.

Hurricane Beryl made landfall on the island of Carriacou on July 1, 2024 as a powerful Category 4 hurricane, making its way through the island nations of Antigua, Grenada, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Homes, businesses, and infrastructure throughout the region have been destroyed, fatalities have been reported, and those impacted are facing displacement and devastation. The hurricane has since been upgraded to a Category 5 storm and is projected to hit Jamaica, the Cayman Islands, and the Yucatán Peninsula later this week. The selected nonprofits are responding to impacted areas to provide support and resources to those affected. Please note the organizations included in this Fund are subject to change as we learn more about needs on the ground.

Severe weather and heavy rain beginning in mid-June has resulted in catastrophic flash flooding throughout the Midwest region, resulting in displacement, injury, and reported deaths. Several Midwest states have been impacted, including Minnesota, South Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska and Wisconsin. Homes have been destroyed, and the flooding continues to threaten local infrastructure. Relief and recovery efforts are currently underway, and the selected nonprofits are providing necessary resources to those impacted. Your donation to this Fund will help support recovery efforts throughout the region. Please note the organizations included in this Fund are subject to change as we learn more about needs on the ground.

The conflict in Israel and Palestine continues to escalate, resulting in the deaths, injuries, and hostage situations of thousands of innocent children and civilians. Millions in Gaza are facing a devastating humanitarian crisis, desperately in need of aid. Since October 2023, over 34,000 Palestinians have been killed in Gaza due to Israeli military attacks following the deadliest attack on Israel in decades. Palestinians in Gaza are trapped with little access to food, water, or electricity, and essential infrastructure such as homes, hospitals, refugee camps, and schools are being destroyed. Violence is also escalating in the West Bank, increasing the risk of broader regional conflict. A humanitarian ceasefire and respect for international humanitarian law are imperative to provide access to aid, ensure the safe passage of civilians, and address urgent needs. Global Fund for Assistance Inc, through its long-standing partners, is committed to delivering emergency relief, mental health services, and peace-building activities to those affected in Israel, Palestine, and the surrounding region. Your donation to the Israel-Palestine Crisis Relief Fund will support these critical efforts, providing immediate and long-term aid to people in need.