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Humanitarian Relief
Donations to the Humanitarian Aid Fund support emergency response efforts, as well as many other humanitarian initiatives approved by Church leaders. More Information
Have you ever wondered about the various ways The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints responds to disasters? This video explains how the Church is able to respond quickly in times of need, as well as how the Church works with other organizations.
Blessing the Poor and Needy When Disaster Strikes
When disasters occur, many Latter-day Saints and others respond generously, donating time and money to help those in need.
Because of the generosity of others, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, who operates LDS Charities, sends food, clothing, medical supplies, and other emergency relief assistance to bless the lives of those with urgent needs. Last year 155 projects in 50 countries helped people around the globle. People in 175 countries and territories have been helped since 1985.
In recent years, the Church has responded to hundreds of requests for aid from around the globe. These include:
- aid for earthquake and tsunami victims;
- emergency aid following tornadoes, hurricanes or typhoons;
- help for those impacted by floods and mudslides; and
- relief to refugees and other victims of war.
One hundred percent of every dollar donated is used to help those in need without regard to race, religion, or ethnic origin.
Feeding the “Least of These My Brethren”
The Church donated $44 million to promote childhood nutrition and bless nearly two million lives in 30 countries.
Church Donates $1 Million For Maui Wildfire Relief
Bishop W. Christopher Waddell, first counselor in the Presiding Bishopric, announced that the Church will donate US$1 million to the American Red Cross to help relief efforts after deadly and devastating wildfires.
Changing Lives with Wheelchair Donations Around the World
Wheelchairs provide mobility, and happiness to recipients around the world.
Françoise's "Life-Giving Fish": Treating Anemia Around the World
Humanitarian Services and Care have been working together to improve nutrition and food security in southeastern Benin by distributing the Lucky Iron Fish to help eliminate anemia.
Saving Sight and Restoring Hope
Because of you we increased our emergency response efforts by nearly 500 percent in 2020. Read about one person, Mary, a little girl whose vision and hope was restored with a simple surgery.