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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:

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.
Photo of Amira

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.
Lana on the steps of the education centre, with her mother Fatouma standing behind her.

Lana’s story: education is essential

For Fatouma and her family, life as refugees has been harsh. Her daughters have found their education to be a source of joy during difficult times.
Children laugh. New hygiene products are visible in the foreground.

The Humanitarian Coalition’s 2025 year in review

In 2025, massive cuts to global humanitarian funding left millions of people without access to vital resources and services.

As unmet humanitarian needs grow, our work is more important than ever.  

Get Involved

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

Give Monthly

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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