I can only imagine the fear and uncertainty children and families are feeling right now as Hurricane Melissa moved across the island. A storm of this size can isolate entire communities, limiting access to power, clean water, and health care. Homes are being damaged by debris, roads are being flooded, and landslides have been reported. The situation is dire.

Project HOPE is mobilizing an emergency response team to deploy to Jamaica as soon as conditions allow. They will assess the most urgent health and humanitarian needs and equip local health workers in the immediate aftermath. We are ready to be nimble and offer relief wherever it’s needed, just as we have in the aftermath of past hurricanes like Milton, Helene, and Ian. Rush an emergency gift today!

But with Hurricane Melissa set to be one of the most catastrophic hurricanes to date and the scale of destruction still unknown, your support is crucial. Your emergency gift today ensures our team can respond to this devastating storm with urgent aid and supplies — and save lives. And you'll also fuel our mission around the world to provide urgent relief with lasting impact for people facing disasters, conflicts, and health crises, wherever the need is greatest.