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EMERGENCY: EARTHQUAKE DEVASTATES COLOMBIA
Your Emergency Gift TODAY will save lives.

On August 10th, a powerful earthquake struck Colombia with the epicenter in the poorest area of the country. Many are trapped and injured as significant damage to housing, public buildings and critical infrastructure has occurred. Hospitals are reaching capacity already with the injured. People need help now!

Priority life-saving needs include emergency medical assistance for the injured, temporary shelter for households displaced by structural damage, emergency shelter repair materials, safe drinking water, food and hygiene supplies.

CARE is in Colombia and well positioned to support the response, drawing on our extensive humanitarian experience in Colombia since 1954. CARE is distributing lifesaving humanitarian supplies through our CARE PACKAGE® for Emergencies.

  • $90 can provide two Dignity Kits which include much needed feminine hygiene products.
  • $110 can provide two Hygiene Kits containing essentials such as soap, toothpaste, washcloths and more.
  • $200 can provide a CARE PACKAGE® for Emergencies which includes a safe water kit, cooking items, temporary shelter and over 30 essential items for a family of four to survive for a month after fleeing their home.

Please give now to help the injured and save lives in Colombia.

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