Nepal Earthquake, 2015
The United Nations refugee agency has dispatched critical supplies to Nepal in response to the devastating earthquake that has claimed over 3,000 lives and left thousands more injured or displaced. The agency, UNHCR, pledged to provide assistance to survivors through this difficult time, sending 11,000 plastic sheets and
Nepal Earthquake, 2015
Canadian telecommunications giant Bell today announced a $100,000 donation to the Canadian Red Cross to aid in the relief efforts following Saturday's devastating earthquake in Nepal. In a show of national solidarity, Bell and its partners are making it possible for Canadians to contribute to the cause
Floods
In response to severe flooding in southern Bangladesh, the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is providing urgent emergency food assistance to 57,000 people affected by the disaster. The funding for the assistance comes from the Australian government through AusAID. The floods, which have been caused by heavy rainfall
Floods
As the worst floods in Pakistan's history continue to ravage the province of Sindh, social workers and analysts are warning that the situation is dire and requires immediate attention. With the rehabilitation efforts for last year's flood victims still underway, the current floods are causing widespread
Floods
President Asif Ali Zardari has called upon the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) president, Mian Nawaz Sharif, and other political parties to put aside their differences and work towards helping the flood-stricken people in Sindh. In a statement from Nawabshah, President Zardari urged Nawaz Sharif to focus on addressing the dengue
Floods
South Korea's Red Cross has announced plans to send 200,000 packs of baby food to North Korea across their heavily fortified border next week as part of its emergency aid to the country's flood victims. The move comes a month after Seoul offered to send
Tornadoes
DealerSocket, a leading auto dealer CRM provider, has announced the launch of a charity drive program aimed at raising relief funds for victims of recent tornado disasters. The program allows new and existing auto dealer customers to redirect their setup fees to the American Red Cross, with DealerSocket donating 100%
Tornadoes
Macy's, Inc., a leading American retailer, has pledged a $100,000 cash contribution to the American Red Cross disaster relief fund to support victims of recent tornados and floods in several states across the country. The company has also launched a Matching Gift program, where the Macy'
Tsunamis
As a disaster struck Japan, Molycorp, Inc. stepped up to offer aid to the victims. On March 14, 2011, the company made a $50,000 donation to the American Red Cross, joining forces with the Japanese Red Cross to provide vital assistance to those affected by the earthquake and tsunami.
Tsunamis
As the severity of the earthquake and tsunami that struck Japan on Friday becomes increasingly evident, PR Newswire has stepped forward to provide relief to organizations offering aid to the victims. In an effort to facilitate their communication efforts, PR Newswire has waived distribution fees for all news releases related
Earthquakes
Bank of America has made a significant commitment to aid the victims of the earthquake and tsunami in Japan, announcing a 100 million yen ($1.22 million) donation to support relief and recovery efforts. The bank's contribution includes a 50 million yen grant to the American Red Cross
Earthquakes
A magnitude-8.9 earthquake has struck Japan's northeastern coast, triggering a massive tsunami, killing an estimated 1,000 people, and leaving millions without electricity. CAFAmerica, a member organization of the Charities Aid Foundation international network, has announced that it will offer assistance to Japanese humanitarian relief efforts. The
