Haiti Crisis
In Haiti, escalating violence, frequent natural disasters and cuts to international humanitarian aid have left at-risk communities more vulnerable than ever. Through grants to local partners in the country, UMCOR is continuing to provide women, children and families with health care, counseling services, food and shelter needs, and more.
Ukraine War
Since the February 2022 invasion of Ukraine by Russian forces, UMCOR has acted on behalf of The United Methodist Church to provide aid and assistance. Grants for immediate relief have been given to trusted partners – United Methodist churches in surrounding countries, ecumenical partners and non-governmental organizations – to provide direct aid inside Ukraine as […]
Tennessee Storms and Tornadoes
On Dec. 9, severe storms and tornados swept through middle Tennessee, killing six people and leaving dozens hospitalized. The storm impacted at least 15 counties, destroying homes and causing extensive damage. UMCOR awarded an emergency grant to the Tennessee-Western Kentucky Conference to aid initial relief efforts.
Afghanistan Earthquake
On Saturday, Oct.7, a magnitude 6.3 earthquake devastated Afghanistan, killing nearly 3,000 people and displacing thousands. Powerful aftershocks caused more destruction. UMCOR has supported a long-time partner with two grants, one for emergency food and non-food items and a second to primarily provide secure and hygienic shelter that includes access to water and sanitation facilities […]
Maine Gun Violence
On Oct. 25, 18 people were killed and 13 more injured at three different sites by a mass shooter in Lewiston, Maine. A grant to the New England Conference assisted local churches to support the survivors, first responders and community members to recover from this horrendous act of violence.
Hurricane Otis
Hurricane Otis made landfall near Acapulco, Mexico as a Category 5 hurricane. UMCOR supported emergency efforts with the Methodist Church of Mexico Southeast Region for essential supplies and other humanitarian necessities.
Gaza Crisis
Since this conflict began in October 2023, the need in Gaza remains overwhelming. UMCOR is actively responding to the humanitarian crisis by awarding grants to local partners in Israel, Gaza and the surrounding region. Partners are using funds for relocation support; food and hygiene kits for internally displaced people; support of students and their continued […]
Libya Flooding
On September 11, torrential rains from Storm/Cyclone Daniel and the collapse of two dams produced catastrophic flooding in Libya, washing whole neighborhoods into the Mediterranean Sea. Tens of thousands of people were swept away by the floodwater and thousands more are still missing. UMCOR awarded a solidarity grant to partner International Blue Crescent (IBC) to […]
Morocco Earthquake
A devastating 6.8 magnitude earthquake shook Morocco on September 8, killing more than 2,000 people and injuring thousands more. UMCOR awarded a solidarity grant to partner Muslim Aid to mobilize relief for those lacking basic necessities of food, water and shelter. A second grant early in 2024 continues the effort to provide emergency relief as […]
DRC Refugee Camp Fire
East Congo Episcopal Area is responding to a terrible fire in the Malicha IDP Camp in Fizi, DRC, where people displaced by armed conflict gathered for safety. In this camp with a population of 45,000, 930 shelters were lost. Food and hygiene products were distributed and fire-safety education was offered.