Disaster Relief

The following links bring you to information on how to give or obtain help following a disaster. For information on disaster preparation and mental health needs following disaster, see Specific Trauma Types: Disaster.

Disaster Relief Organizations

• Disaster Help
  The Official US site for the most up-to-date information on disasters: news, resources, and more. Created by Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
  
• Family Links Website
  The aim of the International Committee of this Red Cross website is to help those separated by conflict or disaster to find information about their loved ones in order to restore contact....
  
• Habitat for Humanity International
  Habitat for Humanity International welcomes all people to join them to build simple, decent, affordable houses in partnership with those who lack adequate shelter. (800)...
  
• Hurricane Recovery page at USA.gov
  The governments official information portal. Find Family and Friends, How To Get Help, Shelter and Housing for Survivors, Donate and Volunteer, Health and Safety, What Government is Doing, and Frequently Asked Questions.
  
• International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)
  The ICRC's mission is to protect the lives and dignity of victims of war and international violence and to provide them with assistance.
  
• ReliefWeb
  This site focuses on information regarding current humanitarian emergencies.
  
• The Trauma Outreach Program
  The mission of the Foundation for Human Enrichment's (FHE) Trauma Outreach Program (TOP) is to respond to disasters and to work with underserved populations affected by catastrophic trauma.
  
• UNICEF (the United Nations Children's Fund)
  This site contains a description of UNICEF's relief response and links to relevant articles. (800) 4UNICEF.
  
• United States Agency for International Development (USAID)
  USAID has been the principal U.S. agency to extend assistance to countries recovering from disaster, trying to escape poverty, and engaging in democratic reforms.
  
• US Department of Health and Human Services VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
  The Office of The Surgeon General and the Office of Public Health Emergency Preparedness are in the process of mobilizing and identifying healthcare professionals and relief personnel to assist in disaster relief efforts. As our nation and global...
  
• USAFreedomCorps
  USA Freedom Corps promotes and expands volunteer service in America by supporting Federal service programs, serving as a resource for non-profits, recognizing volunteers, and helping to connect individuals with volunteer organizations in their...
  
• Disaster Psychiatry Outreach
  A place for credentialled psychiatrists to volunteer to assist in disaster recovery and relief efforts.
  
• CARE
  CARE is a united force dedicated to helping the world's poorest communities solving their most threatening problems.
  
• Center for International Disaster Information
  A Center that handles hundreds of thousands of public inquiries related to international emergencies and implements public awareness.
  
• American Red Cross
  The official home site of the American Red Cross.
  
• American Red Cross: Disasters
  This site focuses on the immediate needs of disaster stricken areas providing food, water, and clothing for survivors. 1-800-435-7669.