Friend, the situation in eastern Afghanistan is dire: A deadly 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck on Sunday – at least 1,400 people were killed, 3,500 injured and thousands of houses have collapsed. This disaster stands as one of Afghanistan’s deadliest earthquakes in recent memory.
Americares has mobilized immediate relief with our trusted in-country humanitarian partners to deliver hygiene kits and other basic necessities directly to affected communities.
Americares has been working in Afghanistan since 1986, supporting maternal and child health initiatives, nutrition and other health issues, and responding to emergencies like this earthquake. Our network of partnerships allows timely and accountable distribution of lifesaving aid to those who need it most. But your support in these moments is critical, friend.
