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Smaller disasters are frequent, little-known, and devastating. And they are occurring more often due to climate change. They may not be newsworthy but these "small" disasters are big enough to overwhelm a country's response capacity.

When that happens, the Humanitarian Coalition is there. Around the clock. Around the world.

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Our response to smaller disasters is co-funded by Global Affairs Canada through the Canadian Humanitarian Assistance Fund.

Millions of people are impacted by disasters every year

Here are some of their stories:

A mother and her two children making hearts with their hands while creating handmade cards at the Makani Club.

A Day of Hearts at Makani Club

Violence and instability in the West Bank are taking a serious toll on children’s mental health. With Humanitarian Coalition funding, World Vision Canada is providing psychosocial support to help children heal and build resilience. Ayham Abu Baker, Life Skills Technical Lead at World Vison Jerusalem-West Bank, shares this story:
World Vision provides multipurpose cash assistance to earthquake-affected families in Mandalay, helping them cover urgent needs like food, medical expenses, and home repairs.

One Year after the Earthquake in Myanmar

When a powerful earthquake hit Myanmar on March 28, 2025, everything changed in an instant.
Humanitarian workers unload aid supplies from a truck in Lebanon

Middle East Emergency Appeal: Humanitarian Aid Update

Humanitarian Coalition members are already on the ground delivering life-saving support in some of the most affected areas including Gaza, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria and the West Bank.
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When cancer meets conflict

War is always a matter of survival. But for families already battling life-threatening illnesses, survival is even more complex. That was the case for Amira and her son, a 36-year-old living with cancer in Baalbek District, Lebanon.

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Support families and communities who are devastated by disasters, around the clock and around the world. There are three ways to get involved:

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Your monthly contribution will ensure the Humanitarian Coalition is ready to respond rapidly when disaster strikes. You will be provided with regular updates on the ways your funds are making a difference.
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Donate Today

Your donation today will ensure the Humanitarian Coalition can respond to the next disaster. You will help provide life-saving aid, including clean water and shelter, when it's needed most.
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