The magnitude 7.4 earthquake that struck Colombia on August 10 has left communities affected, families displaced, and emergency response efforts underway. For Colombians living in the United States and other countries, there are several ways to support those in need.
Here are some organizations currently accepting donations to support earthquake relief efforts in Colombia.
Colombian Red Cross
The Colombian Red Cross has an active donation campaign to strengthen humanitarian response efforts in the affected areas. Contributions can support essential services including healthcare, drinking water, rescue operations, telecommunications, and efforts to reconnect families.
Donations can also help provide food, drinking water, medical care, psychological support, and emergency kits to families affected by the disaster.
Donate: https://ayuda.cruzrojacolombiana.org/
ABACO – Food Banks of Colombia
The Food Banks of Colombia (ABACO) has also launched an emergency campaign to support families affected by the earthquake. Financial donations help provide food, drinking water, and other essential resources to communities in need.
The organization coordinates with food banks and partner companies to deliver assistance to affected areas, allowing donations to be transformed into essential supplies for families facing the aftermath of the disaster.
Donate: https://donahoy.abaco.org.co/emergencia-colombia-sismo-paid-V1
World Central Kitchen
International humanitarian organization World Central Kitchen (WCK) is responding to the emergency in Colombia, with teams and local partners working to prepare and distribute meals to people affected by the earthquake.
Those who want to support the organization’s relief efforts can donate through its official emergency response page.
Donate: https://wck.org/news/colombia-quake/
You Can Also Help From Miami
For those in South Florida, local initiatives are also collecting donations to send aid to communities affected by the earthquake. Yesterday, we published information about a collection center in Doral that is accepting supplies for families in need.
Before making a donation, make sure the campaign or account belongs to an official organization or verified initiative, and avoid sending money through links shared by unknown sources.
In an emergency of this magnitude, even a small donation can help provide food, medical supplies, or emergency assistance to a family in need.
