We can all make a tangible difference.

When disasters strike, our shared humanity compels us to help. From Jay-Z’s Tidal X concert to Eva and Morgan’s lemonade stand, we have been so inspired by the outpour of support for communities affected by natural disasters. This diversity is truly eye-opening.

There are so many ways to get involved. If you have an idea, we’ll help you get started. If you know that you want to make a difference but don’t quite know how, we’ll help you channel that energy. The possibilities are endless.

Need answers? Read our Frequently Asked Questions.

“Take the time to really experience giving and not just write a check. Go to the places you are helping, because it will give you a different understanding of life, and a new dimension of joy and gratitude.”

Petra Nemcova, Co-founder

The possibilities are endless

From the dorm room to the boardroom, leadership starts with service and commitment. Check out our suggestions below for ways to serve.

A young, smiling student of Nepal smiling in a classroom of a newly-built school

We work alongside communities to determine where their greatest needs lie. Our record of financial efficiency and transparency delivers the right support, in the right places, at the right time. Every coin spent is worth it.

Student in Nepal

We work alongside communities to determine where their greatest needs lie. Our record of financial efficiency and transparency delivers the right support, in the right places, at the right time. Every coin spent is worth it.

Volunteers often set out to make a difference in the lives of others but, in the process, realize that their lives are forever changed. If you have not volunteered with us before, read real volunteers’ experiences to get a feel for what our community is like.

Volunteers and Beneficiary Students in Mexico
Volunteers and Beneficiary Students in Mexico

Volunteers often set out to make a difference in the lives of others but in the process, realise that their lives are forever changed. If you have not volunteered with us before, read real volunteers’ experiences to get a feel for what our community is like.

Internatioanl volunteers playing games in a community centre within the US Virgin Islands

The majority of funds are raised in the first three to four weeks after disasters. From that, 80% of the funding goes to first response. If we focus only on first response, we can’t build resilience. We need your help to put children and their families back on their feet and build resilient communities.

Volunteers in US Virgin Islands USVI St. Thomas St. John

The majority of funds are raised in the first three-to-four weeks after disasters. From that, 80% of the funding goes to first-response. If we focus only on first-response, we can’t build resilience. We need your help to put children and their families back on their feet and rebuild resilient communities.

Stay involved through our alumni network.

People make the most wonderful lasting relationships on our programs. Keep in touch and stay updated about our latest programs. We are all in this together.

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