On Saturday, April 25, a major earthquake claimed the lives of more than seven thousand people in Nepal and surrounding nations. This earthquake measured 7.9 on the Richter scale and has destroyed buildings and infrastructure. Reports indicate that there is desperate need for resources. We are grateful to the Community Foundation for providing a list of organizations with a history of supporting disaster work in Nepal.
AmeriCares - Medical aid and relief supplies
American Himalayan Foundation - Rebuilding and recovery
CARE - Relief efforts
Catholic Relief Services - Emergency shelter, water and medical supplies
Clean Water - Providing clean water
Global Giving - Immediate needs and long-term rebuilding
Medshare - Medical supplies and equipment, disaster relief
Oxfam - Relief efforts
World Vision - Disaster relief with a focus on children
Samaritan's Purse - Disaster response and supplies
Save the Children - Disaster response with a focus on children
UNICEF - Focus on aiding children and families
If your ministry serves Medicaid/PeachCare for Kids, the Dept. of Human Services has a message and materials for you.
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The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, saddened by the all-too-frequent occurrences of gun violence in the U.S., invites you on a journey of prayer, scripture, stories, and church teachings with this resource, A 60-Day Journey Towards Justice in a Culture of Gun Violence - an ELCA Resource Through daily observances, it calls us to work toward the prevention of gun violence as people of God who strive for justice and peace in all the world. It may be used for individual reflection, group Bible study, adult education sessions, and congregational daily devotions. This began on June 16 but can be used at any time.
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