In recent weeks, the Philippines has faced two powerful earthquakes that have compounded the challenges for communities still recovering from earlier disasters. On September 30, a magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck near Bogo City in Cebu, causing widespread damage with buildings collapsing and at least one landslide in a nearby village. Then, on October 10, a magnitude 7.4 earthquake hit near Mindanao, triggering more aftershocks and further straining ongoing relief efforts. This comes after the Philippines was hit hard earlier this year by several cyclones that swept across central regions with heavy rains, fierce winds, and flooding. Over 1.2 million people were affected, with widespread damage to homes, infrastructure, and power outages across multiple islands. Thousands were displaced and sought shelter in evacuation centers, while the storm’s aftermath continues to pose challenges for vulnerable communities. Several trusted nonprofits are actively responding to these overlapping crises, providing crucial support such as shelter, food, and medical care to affected families. Support these organizations in their long-term relief efforts and learn more about their operations on our Global Relief Navigator: https://relief.cafamerica.org/?utm_source=fb&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=philippines25&utm_content=learnmore (fb)

As the season of giving draws near, now is the time for charities everywhere to plan with intention and purpose. The final months of the year present one of the strongest opportunities to engage donors, strengthen relationships, and inspire meaningful support across borders. Our newly released End-of-Year Fundraising Toolkit is designed to help your organization make the most of this moment — whether you’re just beginning your planning or looking to refine strategies already in motion. Download the toolkit today to strengthen your fundraising strategy and set your organization up for lasting success. https://cafamerica.org/end-of-year-fundraising-toolkit/?utm_source=fb&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=eoy25&utm_content=learnmore (fb)