Supporting earthquake relief efforts in Turkey and Syria
We are devastated by the recent earthquakes which have caused enormous destruction in Turkey and Syria and encourage all who are able to support organizations involved in relief efforts.
Locally, the is raising funds and matching up to $3000. .
Other ways you can help
There are many other organizations involved in relief efforts as well. This list was culled from the and . Be aware of scams when making donations.
is on the ground in Turkey and Syria helping children and families in the aftermath of two devastating earthquakes.
are in Turkey and Syria, providing hot meals and drinks, shipping needed blood and plasma into affected areas, and providing survivors with psychosocial support.
teams have already begun working in the affected areas, including at 鈥渋mpacted and overwhelmed鈥� health facilities in northern Syria and are donating medical and essential life kits.
said it is developing short and long term plans and its Turkish affiliate group partners with dozens of women鈥檚 cooperatives, and is working with them to assess what is needed.
has established a response team in Turkey to support the national emergency response plan and working to assess the scale of damage and will support winterization and supply emergency kits.
plans to expand its team in Syria to help provide mental health and rehabilitation services and will be deploying some rehab specialists to Turkey aid emergency care victims.
is providing urgent medical care.
is working to assess the most urgent needs in the area. Teams and partners are trying to deliver blankets, food, mattresses, tents and other non-food items to people in need amid harsh weather conditions.