Cyclones Ditwah and Senyar
In late November, several countries in Southeast Asia were impacted by catastrophic flooding and landslides. Cyclones Ditwah and Senyar, supercharged by climate change-related conditions, led to the deaths of more than 1,500 people and the displacement of millions in Indonesia, Malaysia, Sri Lanka and Thailand. In response, UMCOR has awarded solidarity grants to Yakkum Emergency Unit in […]
Hurricane Melissa
Pray for those in Hurricane Melissa’s path. Donate now to support UMCOR’s relief efforts in Jamaica and the Caribbean.
Typhoon Halong
On Oct. 12, remnants of Typhoon Halong impacted the Alaskan coast with hurricane-force winds and severe flooding, sweeping away dozens of homes and destroying towns, especially along the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta coast. In response, UMCOR has awarded a solidarity grant to the Alaska Annual Conference. This emergency grant will assist with the immediate needs of the […]
Philippines
On September 30, just before 10 p.m. local time, a 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck the central province of Cebu in the Philippines, leading to the deaths of at least 69 people and causing catastrophic damage and destruction. In response, UMCOR is actively supporting response efforts through our United Methodist partners in the Philippines, including providing an emergency […]
Pakistan Monsoons
Since late June, over 650 lives have been lost due to relentless rains, with 351 lives lost in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in the past 72 hours alone. Entire villages have been swept away, infrastructure is crippled, and thousands are displaced. In response, we awarded a solidarity grant to our regional partner, Community World Service Asia (CWSA). […]
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.
Philippines Typhoons
From mid to late July, the Philippines experienced back-to-back typhoons, leading to the deaths of at least 31 people and displacing millions. In response, UMCOR awarded solidarity grants to the Manila and Baguio episcopal areas of The United Methodist Church to support their immediate relief efforts, which include the distribution of essential supplies and food to […]
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 […]
Texas Flooding
11/21/25 — As survivors continue to recover, UMCOR is continuing our support of the Rio Texas Annual Conference’s response efforts through a long-term recovery grant. The funds will establish Rio Texas’s Disaster Recovery program, which will support the flood-impacted communities and address their long-term needs.
New York Storms
On June 22, a powerful storm caused major damage in Madison, Oneida and Chenango counties in New York, leading to the deaths of at least three people. In response, UMCOR awarded a solidarity grant to the Upper New York Annual Conference to support immediate relief efforts. UMCOR-trained Early Response Team members have given a combined 400 […]