Funds in Disaster Relief

Hurricane Helene made landfall in the Big Bend region of Florida on the evening of September 26, 2024 as a powerful category 4 hurricane, resulting in life-threatening storm surges, heavy rainfall and up to 140 MPH winds. Homes, businesses, and infrastructure are facing catastrophic damage and over 1 million homes in Florida faced power outages, with another 2 million experiencing outages across Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and southern Virginia. Severe flooding has permeated Florida's northwestern coast, with the storm moving inland and ravaging multiple western North Carolina communities. Asheville, NC became virtually inaccessible due to flooding and storm damage, and the village of Chimney Rock has been destroyed, along with several others. The storm also made a devastating impact across multiple Eastern Tennessee communities, leaving significant damage and destruction in its wake. Communities in Georgia, South Carolina, and southern Virginia are also experiencing impacts due to severe flooding. More than 200 storm-related deaths have been reported, with many others still missing. Relief efforts are underway, and the following nonprofits are providing critical resources in the form of emergency shelter, food, water, medical treatment, and supplies to those impacted. Your donation to this Fund will help support both immediate and long-term recovery efforts. Please note the organizations included in this Fund are subject to change as we learn more about needs on the ground.

Heavy rains have caused severe flooding in Czech Republic, including the Krnov and Jeseník regions. Thousands of people were effected. This fund will support ongoing relief and recovery operations as well as temporary shelters, water, food, and basic hygiene for evacuated residents.

We are asking for all the help we cat get to support the firefights in Portugal at the moment, and ASML will match your donation. Thank you! Obrigado(a)!

Due to the devastating floods impacting regions in Poland, including the evacuation of thousands of residents and significant damage to homes and infrastructure, Clari wishes to extend its support by raising a flood relief fund to aid those affected and contribute to recovery efforts.

Heavy rains have caused severe flooding in Southern Poland, including the Lower Silesia, Opole and Lesser Poland (Dolnośląskim, Opolskim i Małopolskim) provinces. Thousands of people have had to evacuate their homes and thousands more will likely be impacted in the coming days. This fund will support rescue operations as well as temporary shelters, water, food, and basic hygiene for evacuated residents.

Donating blood is a simple yet powerful way to make a significant impact on the lives of others. Each donation can help save up to three lives by providing vital support for patients undergoing surgery, cancer treatment, trauma care, and chronic illnesses. Blood cannot be manufactured; it can only come from generous donors. By donating you're contributing to a steady supply of blood that ensures hospitals and medical facilities are prepared to meet the needs of patients in critical moments. Your donation is a gift of life and a direct way to help those in need. If you aren't able to donate blood please consider donating funds. Donating money to the American Red Cross is crucial because it enables the organization to respond swiftly and effectively to emergencies and disasters. The Red Cross provides essential services such as disaster relief, emergency shelter, food, and medical care to those affected by natural disasters, fires, and other crises. Your financial contributions also support the training and deployment of volunteers, the collection and distribution of blood, and ongoing community preparedness initiatives. By donating, you’re directly helping to fund life-saving programs and ensure that the Red Cross can continue to be there for individuals and communities in their most vulnerable moments.

Severe landslides caused by heavy rains have devastated the district of Wayanad in the southern Indian state of Kerala. The impact of these landslides is catastrophic, resulting in over 200 reported deaths and injuries as well as the destruction of homes, businesses, and local infrastructure. Relief and recovery efforts are currently underway, and the selected nonprofits are providing emergency aid to those impacted. Your donation to this Fund will help support rescue and recovery efforts throughout the region. Please note the organizations included in this Fund are subject to change as we learn more about needs on the ground.

THIS is an urgent appeal for donations to help the victims of the devastating landslides in Wayanad in northern Kerala that has left over 185 people dead, over 200 people injured and over 225 people missing. In the affected areas, rescue efforts are underway and more than 1,000 people have been rescued so far. But there are still more people trapped and unreachable. Our NGO partner KOODU Trust is on ground right now in the affected areas of Wayanad distributing emergency immediate relief such as clean water, food, medicines and temporary shelter to people most affected by the devastating landslides and has already started long-term recovery and rebuilding efforts. Your generous donations can provide an urgent helping hand to men, women and children suffering from this ongoing natural disaster. Emergency Response: Emergency Kit – ₹1100 Camp Kit – ₹500 Food & Water – ₹100 Dress Materials - ₹2500 Provision - ₹3000

Heavy rains brought on by Typhoon Carina (Gaemi) have caused catastrophic flooding and infrastructure damage across the Philippines, with massive impacts in the capital region of Manila. Multiple casualties have been reported, and hundreds of thousands are facing injury and displacement. Relief and recovery efforts are currently underway, and the selected nonprofits are providing emergency aid to those impacted. Your donation to this Fund will help support rescue and recovery efforts throughout the region. Please note the organizations included in this Fund are subject to change as we learn more about needs on the ground.

Hurricane Beryl made landfall on the island of Carriacou on July 1, 2024 as a powerful Category 4 hurricane, making its way through the island nations of Antigua, Grenada, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Homes, businesses, and infrastructure throughout the region have been destroyed, fatalities have been reported, and those impacted are facing displacement and devastation. The hurricane has since been upgraded to a Category 5 storm and is projected to hit Jamaica, the Cayman Islands, and the Yucatán Peninsula later this week. The selected nonprofits are responding to impacted areas to provide support and resources to those affected. Please note the organizations included in this Fund are subject to change as we learn more about needs on the ground.

Hurricane Beryl made landfall on the island of Carriacou on July 1, 2024 as a powerful Category 4 hurricane, making its way through the island nations of Antigua, Grenada, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Homes, businesses, and infrastructure throughout the region have been destroyed, fatalities have been reported, and those impacted are facing displacement and devastation. The hurricane has since been upgraded to a Category 5 storm and is projected to hit Jamaica, the Cayman Islands, and the Yucatán Peninsula later this week. The selected nonprofits are responding to impacted areas to provide support and resources to those affected. Please note the organizations included in this Fund are subject to change as we learn more about needs on the ground.

Severe weather and heavy rain beginning in mid-June has resulted in catastrophic flash flooding throughout the Midwest region, resulting in displacement, injury, and reported deaths. Several Midwest states have been impacted, including Minnesota, South Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska and Wisconsin. Homes have been destroyed, and the flooding continues to threaten local infrastructure. Relief and recovery efforts are currently underway, and the selected nonprofits are providing necessary resources to those impacted. Your donation to this Fund will help support recovery efforts throughout the region. Please note the organizations included in this Fund are subject to change as we learn more about needs on the ground.

The conflict in Israel and Palestine continues to escalate, resulting in the deaths, injuries, and hostage situations of thousands of innocent children and civilians. Millions in Gaza are facing a devastating humanitarian crisis, desperately in need of aid. Since October 2023, over 34,000 Palestinians have been killed in Gaza due to Israeli military attacks following the deadliest attack on Israel in decades. Palestinians in Gaza are trapped with little access to food, water, or electricity, and essential infrastructure such as homes, hospitals, refugee camps, and schools are being destroyed. Violence is also escalating in the West Bank, increasing the risk of broader regional conflict. A humanitarian ceasefire and respect for international humanitarian law are imperative to provide access to aid, ensure the safe passage of civilians, and address urgent needs. Global Fund for Assistance Inc, through its long-standing partners, is committed to delivering emergency relief, mental health services, and peace-building activities to those affected in Israel, Palestine, and the surrounding region. Your donation to the Israel-Palestine Crisis Relief Fund will support these critical efforts, providing immediate and long-term aid to people in need.

The community of Greenfield, Iowa was hit by a series of storms and tornadoes on May 21, 2024, resulting in lives lost and leaving many others injured and displaced. Homes, businesses, and infrastructure have been destroyed, schools have closed early for the year, and many are in need of support. The selected nonprofit organizations are providing resources for those impacted by the storms as the town of Greenfield works towards short-term and long-term recovery. Please note the organizations included in this Fund are subject to change as we learn more about needs on the ground.

IMPORTANT NOTE: When donating to "Brazil Foundation" please specify "Luz Alliance Fund - Rio Grande do Sul Humanitarian Campaign" as designated project! Link: https://brazilfoundation.org/en/help-rio-grande-do-sul/ Gisele Bündchen and BrazilFoundation are raising critical funds for immediate relief and long-term rebuilding efforts How you can help? Stand with Gisele Bündchen and help the people of Rio Grande do Sul recover. The Luz Alliance Fund, created by Gisele in partnership with BrazilFoundation, is receiving donations to directly support Rio Grande do Sul flood victims. Making a donation through BrazilFoundation is a safe and effective way to make a difference. If you are donating from the U.S., you can also receive a tax exemption. How we are helping? The floods in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, have caused extensive destruction, affecting communities, infrastructure, and livelihoods. Heavy rainfall has resulted in rivers overflowing, inundating homes, roads, and farmland. Over a million people have been displaced, and many areas remain inaccessible due to floodwaters. Critical infrastructure, including bridges, roads, and power lines, has been damaged, disrupting transportation and communication networks. The Luz Alliance Fund is delivering critical aid to people in extreme vulnerability by supporting initiatives focused on various emergency fronts. A portion of the funds raised will be used to support reconstruction efforts in the region. About Luz Alliance Fund: Established in 2020 by Gisele Bündchen in partnership with BrazilFoundation, the Luz Alliance Fund initially supported communities during COVID-19. Since 2021, it has focused on environmental restoration. The Fund is currently on the front lines, providing resources for critical humanitarian aid to families devastated by the floods in Gisele Bündchen’s home state of Rio Grande do Sul.

"At least 163 people have died in the floods since they began last week, and 125 more are missing, local authorities said Friday. The number of people displaced from their homes because of the torrential rains has surpassed 600,000, of whom 80,000 are sheltering in gyms, schools and other temporary locations". (AP News on 12 May 2024) https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/interactive/2024/visualizing-scale-floods-that-left-south-brazil-submerged/

Recent floods in Brazil have left over a million people without homes and access to clean drinking water. Our colleagues and portfolio companies are among those affected by this tragedy. Given this, we would like to highlight Central Unica da Favela, a non-profit organization that is leading the main efforts to raise relief funds. Remember, every contribution counts and together we can make a difference. Thank you for your continued dedication to giving back to our global community.

Recent heavy rainfall and catastrophic flooding in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil marks the worst natural disaster in the region's history to date. As the death toll continues to rise, multiple communities are facing displacement and destruction in the wake of the floods, impacting thousands of Brazilian citizens. The following nonprofit organizations have deployed resources to the impacted areas in an effort to support immediate and long-term recovery efforts. Please note that the organizations included in this Fund are subject to change as we learn more about needs on the ground.

Recent heavy rainfall and catastrophic flooding in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil marks the worst natural disaster in the region's history to date. As the death toll continues to rise, multiple communities are facing displacement and destruction in the wake of the floods, impacting thousands of Brazilian citizens. The following nonprofit organizations have deployed resources to the impacted areas in an effort to support immediate and long-term recovery efforts. Please note that the organizations included in this Fund are subject to change as we learn more about needs on the ground.

A series of severe tornadoes hit eastern Nebraska and western Iowa on April 26, 2024, resulting in extensive damage to several communities and at least five deaths. Homes, businesses, and infrastructure have been destroyed and relief efforts are currently underway. The selected nonprofit organizations have mobilized relief efforts across both states to provide food, water, shelter, and other necessary resources to help those impacted. Your donation to this Fund will help the following organizations provide immediate relief as well as support long-term recovery goals.

A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck eastern Taiwan on April 3rd, taking the lives of at least 10 and leaving thousands more injured. This earthquake is the strongest earthquake to reach Taiwan in 25 years, leaving behind damage to infrastructure. Recovery efforts are underway, and the following nonprofits have deployed resources to Taiwan to provide relief.

The Smokehouse Creek Wildfire, originating in Texas, is the second-largest wildfire in state history. This wildfire, along with several other fires, have spread throughout the Texas Panhandle, Oklahoma, and Kansas, devastating various communities. Many have faced displacement from their homes and livelihoods, and access to resources has been limited. The following organizations are providing relief to those impacted by the wildfires by providing immediate and long-term relief efforts.

Texas & Oklahoma Wildfire Update (From TCFA) The Texas Panhandle and Western Oklahoma are facing devastation due to several wildfires that have and continue to burn hundreds of thousands of acres. Thank you for the outpouring of support we have already received from so many of you. It is very much appreciated. As the devastation continues and eventually rebuilding begins, we encourage the cattle feeding community to come together to help in any way they can, whether it be prayers, donating materials, time or money. For your convenience, listed below are some options for donating hay, fencing materials and other supplies, cash to disaster relief funds or cash to the food bank beef fund. Donation locations for hay, fencing materials and other supplies: Hemphill County Livestock Supply Point 100 Hackberry Street Canadian, Texas 79014 (806) 323-9114 Pampa Bull Barn / Top O' Texas Fairgrounds Livestock Supply Point 301 Bull Barn Drive Pampa, Texas 79065 Curtis Preston: (806) 946-7467 Cash donations: TSCRA Disaster Relief Fund. To donate online go to tscra.org/disaster-relief-fund/. All contributions to the TSCRA Disaster Relief Fund are tax deductible. For more information, contact TSCRA at (800) 242-7820. Oklahoma Cattlemen's Foundation Wildlife Disaster Relief Fund. To donate online, go to www.oklahomacattlemensfoundation.com/giving, visit the office at 2500 Exchange Ave, Oklahoma City 73108, or mail a check. All contributions to the OCF Disaster Relief Fund are tax deductible. For more ways to help, contact Mariah Reimer at mreimer@okcattlemen.org or (405) 308-3030. Food donations: High Plains Food Bank (HPFB). Cash donations to the HPFB/TCFA beef fund can be made here.

San Diego County has been hit by a series of historically heavy winter storms that have resulted in widespread flooding across our region. Since October 1, San Diego has recorded more than 7 inches of rain with more than 6 inches falling in the last 18 days alone. We could reach our annual average rainfall, 9.79 inches, by February 10. The wettest day, January 22, delivered the highest 24-hour rainfall amounts in San Diego since 1850, according to the National Weather Service, and caused $90 million in damages. The following nonprofit organizations are currently working to provide basic services and aid to those impacted by the record-breaking storms and subsequent flooding. Your donation to this Fund will help these organizations continue to provide support and resources to our community. ASML credits (e.g., 40th anniversary and birthday) may be donated to this fund or another qualified nonprofit organization of your choice.

A series of tornadoes struck the Middle Tennessee communities of Clarksville, Hendersonville, Madison, and several others on December 9th, 2023, resulting in six deaths and dozens of injuries. Devastating damage has been done to businesses, homes, and infrastructure, and many are facing displacement and lack of access to food, water, shelter, and medical care. Crews are currently clearing debris throughout the impacted areas in order to facilitate search and rescue efforts. The following organizations are currently on the ground in Tennessee providing essential disaster recovery resources and support to those in need. Your donation to this Fund will help support these organizations as they work together to ensure that those impacted receive the support they need. Please note that the organizations in this Fund are subject to change as we learn more about needs on the ground.