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The earthquake that struck Morocco on Friday night killed more than 2,100 people and injured more than 2,400.
As rescuers search through the rubble in hopes of finding survivors, here’s how to help victims of the magnitude 6.8 earthquake, the region’s strongest in over a century.
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, which has a branch based in Morocco, is accepting donations for its disaster relief emergency fund. The IFRC said it disbursed 1 million Swiss francs (more than $1.1 million) in support of the Moroccan Red Crescent Society. You can donate here.
GlobalGiving, A U.S.-based nonprofit that raises money for other nonprofits in needy areas is raising money for victims. The funds will be used, among other things, to provide food, water and medicine to survivors, as well as to provide shelter and temporary accommodation. Donate here.
World Central Kitchen is using helicopters and all-terrain vehicles to reach the hardest-hit communities throughout the disaster area, providing sandwiches, fruit and water. Another team is out and about with food trucks and kitchen equipment to prepare fresh meals. Donate here.
Doctors Without Borders, which provides medical supplies and equipment to areas in need, said it had deployed teams of its medical staff to Morocco. Donations are accepted here.
GoFundMe, a crowdfunding platform, has compiled a list of “verified” funds. You can view and donate here.
UNICEFthe United Nations Children’s Fund, accepts financial donations to support children and families in emergencies.
Islamic Relief USAa faith-based nonprofit organization that donates regardless of the religion of the recipient accepts donations here.
Coeur de Gazelles, A small nonprofit organization working with the Moroccan government is providing victims with blankets, mattresses, tents and other essential supplies. Christine Lagarde, President of the European Central Bank, said on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, that she knew from her own experience that the organization was reputable and “does good work.” You can donate in euros here.
The British Red Cross asks for donations specifically for the victims of the earthquake. You can donate in British pounds here.
Human attractiona UK based non-profit organization accepts donations in British Pounds here.