This has been a year of struggle. The COVID-19 pandemic has sickened and killed millions, devastated economies, and isolated us in painful ways – according to the UN, the pandemic has substantially set back progress towards ending poverty worldwide. Even here in the US, a growing number of Americans are going hungry, essential workers face unprecedented risks to their health and rights, millions protested for racial justice, and voters endured a long and tumultuous election.

And while we can look forward to 2021 as a year for hope and renewal, we also know that the daily struggle for survival continues for people here at home and around the globe. Families who were already living on edge risk starvation because of the economic burdens of the pandemic.

Together, we can make sure 2021 is a year of changing, and saving, lives. That's why until our fundraising deadline tonight at midnight tonight, a group of leadership donors has established a matching gift challenge to DOUBLE gifts up to a total of $500,000, so your impact can go twice as far.

We are ready to take bold steps in 2021 to fight inequality and hunger. But we can't do it without you. Can we count on you to make your best gift today? We're looking for 1,231 more Oxfam supporters like you to make a gift for families living in poverty before MIDNIGHT, when your donation will be DOUBLED. >>

The UN called this moment a "tipping point" – right now, how we rebuild from the pandemic can have a lasting impact to set the world on the path to a fairer, resilient, and green future. At Oxfam, we know that pandemic recovery isn't just about making things better in wealthy countries – the recovery won't be complete until all communities are healthy and we're able to build economies back better, with fairer systems in place.

Our efforts right now helping people suffering under the injustice of poverty are most focused on vulnerable communities, because they have been the most impacted by the crises this year. We've already reached 11.3 million people with our COVID-19 response, and we're committed to keeping up this vital work alongside our other efforts against poverty – like responding to the recent hurricanes in Central America, distributing cash in Yemen, and helping refugees fleeing their homes in search of safety worldwide. Your donation today will support projects like providing soap and clean water to address COVID-19 in more than 60 countries including the US, pushing governments to provide a vaccine for all, helping families secure cash and food aid to survive the hunger crisis, and keeping up our long-term projects that ensure people can make their way out of poverty.

And today, your support towards that work can be DOUBLED. Donate now >>

Our goal to have 1,231 people stand together to make a gift in support of families in poverty is a big one, but it's critical. We must work together so 2021 can be different.

Warmly,

Abby Maxman
President
Oxfam America

P.S. If your year-end gift crossed this message in the mail, our apologies for this request and please accept our sincere thanks for your support of Oxfam. And remember – no matter how you file your taxes, you can deduct up to $300 in charitable giving this year, thanks to the CARES Act.