In response to Hurricane Matthew, which made landfall on Tuesday October 4th 2016, Bright Funds has established the Hurricane Matthew Disaster Response and Recovery Fund. This fund is comprised of pre-vetted nonprofits providing disaster response in the region. Through a single tax deductible donation to the Fund, you can support multiple organizations’ initiatives to provide short-term and long-term response and recovery. Our Fund approach is informed by expert and local recommendations from the Center for Disaster Philanthropy. We have initially selected organizations that are on the ground assisting with immediate relief needs, including rescue efforts, medical assistance.

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A powerful and devastating 6.3 magnitude earthquake hit western Afghanistan on October 7, 2023, primarily impacting the city of Herat, with thousands of reported deaths and thousands more injured. Villages, infrastructure, and homes have been destroyed, and relief efforts are currently underway. The following organizations are providing critical aid to those impacted in the form of food, water, shelter, supplies, and medical care, among other resources. Your donation to this Fund will help these organizations meet their shared goal of providing both immediate and long-term relief, the latter of which is currently under assessment. Please note the organizations in this Fund are subject to change as we learn more about needs on the ground.

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Summary India is grappling with a deadly COVID-19 outbreak. More than 200,000 people have died due to a second coronavirus surge in India and hundreds of thousands of people are infected each day. Many are unable to get the medical help they need. Donations to this fund will help treat patients and slow the spread of COVID-19 in India. Challenge More resources are needed now to respond to the outbreak in India, which has stretched the country's healthcare system to its limit. There is not enough space in hospitals to help everyone in need, and life-saving supplies, such as oxygen and ventilators, are in short supply. Thousands of people are at risk of being left to die without help. Solution Your donation to this fund will help stop the virus's spread in India and give communities on the front lines of this crisis the resources they need to act quickly and protect the most vulnerable communities. How Your Donation Will Be Used When you donate to GlobalGiving’s India COVID-19 Relief Fund, your donation will be used to: 1. Send doctors, nurses, and other front line responders to communities in need 2. Get masks, oxygen, ventilators, and other lifesaving medical supplies to hospitals and clinics 3. Deliver essential items to struggling families and older individuals in lockdown 4. Provide mental and emotional support to frontline responders others affected by the COVID-19 outbreak in India 5. Support hygiene awareness efforts 6. Make COVID-19 vaccines more accessible and affordable And much, much more... Trusted and Reliable GlobalGiving is one of the most reliable and trustworthy charities in the world. We have a four-star rating and nearly perfect score from Charity Navigator due to our commitment to transparency and low-overhead. Our disaster relief funds have been recommended by the New York Times, the Associated Press, NPR, Washington Post, Oprah, ABC News, and the US State Department. GlobalGiving’s Track Record GlobalGiving has been responding to disasters and supporting emergency aid and long-term relief programs since 2004. We have facilitated more than $100M in disaster donations to funds just like this one! See how we’ve responded to similar disasters like this, including: Ebola Epidemic Australia Wildfire South Asia Floods Impact Reports and Transparency When you donate to the India COVID-19 Relief Fund, we’ll send you an email to let you know the impact that your donation has had. We commit to transparent reporting and will update you on how we’ve used donations to this fund. https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/india-covid-19-relief-fund/

Why support is needed? In mid-September, Hurricane Fiona hit Puerto Rico as a Category 1 storm, causing widespread damage. Residents were faced with severe flooding, mud, rock, and landslides, and loss of power, communications, and access to potable water according to FEMA. Residents are still dealing with the fallout and struggling to return to safe living conditions. About HOLA ERG HOLA! advances the understanding and inclusion of employees with a common background and set of interests and/or goals, and works to help recruit, develop and retain top Latino and Hispanic talent within Asurion through education, awareness and inclusion of employees—along with internal and external community engagement. Learn more here: https://asurion.sharepoint.com/teams/commUnity-diversity-inclusion/HOLA.

Thousands of people are dead and many more are injured after a massive earthquake rocked Turkey and Syria Monday morning. The magnitude 7.8 quake was one of the strongest to strike the area in more than a century. Amid severe aftershocks, Turkey’s Disaster and Emergency Management Agency (AFAD) has called for international help. Many other organizations are also on the ground responding. You can help these 12 humanitarian organizations on the ground by donating to this fund.

This project aims to provide nutritious breakfast meals to 1000 rural schoolgirls in Sana'a, Yemen. It will increase the number of girls in primary schools. It aims to reduce the children's hunger during the school day. It'll contribute to achieving gender equality between boys and girls. Besides, it'll increase attention span, facilitate learning, and obviate the need for children to leave school to find food. That will achieve Global Goals 4 (Quality Education) & 5 (Gender Equality).

Before advancing to strike China, Typhoon Mangkhut, a powerful storm 550 miles wide, pummeled the Philippines, leaving destruction in its path. If you want to help those affected by the typhoon, this fund consists of the organizations the New York Times offered as a few of the organizations involved in recovery efforts.

A powerful and devastating 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck Morocco on Friday, September 8, 2023, marking itself as the deadliest earthquake to hit the country in 60 years and the strongest earthquake Morocco has experienced in more than a century. The death toll continues to rise into the thousands, with thousands more injured. Homes, businesses and infrastructure have been destroyed, and search-and-rescue efforts are currently underway. The following organizations are providing relief to those impacted by the earthquake by providing food, water, shelter, medical care, and supplies, among other critical resources. Your donation to this Fund will help support these organizations' shared mission of providing immediate relief to survivors while assessing long-term recovery needs. Please note that the composition of organizations included in this Fund is subject to change as more information becomes available about needs on the ground.

A powerful earthquake of magnitude 6.8 struck Morocco, toppling buildings in mountainous villages and ancient cities not built to withstand such force. More than 2,000 people were killed, and the toll was expected to rise as rescuers struggle to reach hard-hit remote areas.

As millions of people evacuate in advance of Milton, gas and hotel rooms are in high demand. We want everyone to know that shelters are open to support people and pets in need of safety. In fact, some 32,000 people spent Tuesday night in evacuation shelters managed by the Global fund and other organizations.The Hurricane Milton Relief Fund is dedicated to supporting the communities devastated by the unprecedented storm that swept through our region. Our mission is to provide immediate relief and long-term recovery assistance to those affected. Your generous contributions will enable us to supply emergency shelter, food, medical care, and rebuild critical infrastructure. Every dollar donated will go directly to the relief efforts, ensuring that those in need receive the resources and support necessary to rebuild their lives. Together, we can restore hope and bring resilience back to our communities.

compilation of organizations providing immediate aid in turkey and syria

Hurricane Otis made landfall in Acapulco, Mexico on October 25, 2023 after quickly shifting from a tropical storm to a powerful Category 5 hurricane, resulting in several reported deaths, displacement, and catastrophic infrastructure damage. Extensive damage in the area initially halted relief efforts, and support to the community impacted is crucial. The following organizations are currently providing emergency response resources, food, water, and supplies to those impacted. Please note that the organizations included in this Fund are subject to change as we learn more about needs on the ground.

Devastating floods hit Libya's eastern region on Monday, killing more than 11,000 people, injuring thousands more, and causing widespread damage. Your donation to the Libya Flood Relief Fund will provide emergency relief and long-term support to affected communities Heavy rains brought on by Storm Daniel on Sept. 10 and 11 caused devastating flooding in eastern Libya. Two major dams collapsed and destroyed countless homes and livelihoods, with entire neighborhoods swept away. Thousands of people were killed, and the death toll continues to rise. More than 10,000 people are missing. This catastrophic event is one of the most significant and deadly natural hazards in Libya's history, with search and rescue efforts still underway

The flood situation in Assam remained grim over the last few months with over 54.5 lakh people still affected and 100+ deaths reported till date. Brahmaputra and Barak rivers along with its tributaries are in spate in most of the affected districts and vast tracts of land remained inundated in 32 of the total 36 districts in the state. The flood waters, however, receded in a few places. According to the Central Water Commission (CWC) bulletin Kopili river is flowing above the danger level at Kampur in Nagaon district, Disang river in Sivasagar, Brahmaputra at Nimatighat, Tezpur, Goalpara and Dhubri, Barak river at Karimganj, Cachar and Hailakandi district and Kushiara at Karimganj. The worst affected districts are Barpeta where 11,29,390 are affected, followed by Kamrup with 7,89,496, Dhubri with 5,97,153 and Nagaon with 5,03,450 people in the flood, according to a bulletin of the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA). The flood has damaged 218 roads and 20 bridges, besides breaching two embankments in Kamrup district. A crop area of 99,026 hectares and 33,17,086 animals have been affected. Below are the listed non-profits which are contributing towards the Assam relief operations and Rehabilitations. You can directly donate by clicking on the "Donate" button on this page. A. Goonj B: IAHV C. Global Giving NOTE: Please add a designation "Assam Flood Relief" while donating. We will add additional non-profits as and when we learn about them. Thank you for your contribution, Kanchan Lodh Roy

A powerful and devastating 6.3 magnitude earthquake hit western Afghanistan on October 7, 2023, primarily impacting the city of Herat, with thousands of reported deaths and thousands more injured. Villages, infrastructure, and homes have been destroyed, and relief efforts are currently underway. The following organizations are providing critical aid to those impacted in the form of food, water, shelter, supplies, and medical care, among other resources. Your donation to this Fund will help these organizations meet their shared goal of providing both immediate and long-term relief, the latter of which is currently under assessment. Please note the organizations in this Fund are subject to change as we learn more about needs on the ground.

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 escalated eight years of conflict into a full-scale war, dramatically affecting the lives of millions of people. The past year has brought deeper suffering and destruction . Over a year of intensifying hostilities in Ukraine continues to threaten the lives and wellbeing of tens of thousands of families . Help provide them with the means to survive.

One of this century's worst disasters has impacted millions and left thousands homeless following two devastating earthquakes near the Türkiye-Syria border on 6 February 2023. The earthquake hit communities at the peak of winter, leaving hundreds of thousands of people, including small children and older people, without access to shelter, food, water, heat, and medical care in cold temperatures. A massive search and rescue operation continues, and rapidly ramping up efforts to provide life-saving assistance are needed. You can help too. Donate now.

With coronavirus now present in every country worldwide, the world’s 71 million refugees and forcibly displaced people are among the most exposed and vulnerable. Together with its partners, The Global Fund for Humanity is determined to stay the course and deliver for refugees, internally displaced, stateless people, and their hosts, and ensure their inclusion in public health responses and social safety nets. 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. Your donation or gift is tax-deductible will be described on your receipt and to the extent allowed by law. We are a non-profit corporation and tax-exempt under the provisions of the Internal Revenue Code section 501 (c) (3). Registered as a Public Charity 509(a)(2) in the United States of America. Employer Identification Number: 85-3743498

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