ShelterBox is responding after a 7.8 magnitude earthquake in the Philippines.
A powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake has struck the Philippines. As search-and-rescue efforts continue and hundreds of aftershocks shake the region, families across Mindanao are waiting to learn whether their homes are safe to return to.
More than 145,000 people have already been affected across eight regions. At least 32 people have lost their lives, hundreds have been injured, and thousands of people have been forced to evacuate. Buildings and critical infrastructure have been damaged, and many families are waiting to learn whether their homes are safe to return to.
When homes are damaged or destroyed, shelter quickly becomes one of the most urgent needs.
ShelterBox is responding.
Our experienced ShelterBox Philippines team is already in-country and working to understand what communities need most. We are sending an assessment team to affected areas and preparing to support up to 3,000 families with emergency shelter and essential aid.
With staff and emergency shelter supplies pre-positioned in Cebu, we are ready to move quickly as needs are identified.
ShelterBox has responded to disasters in the Philippines more than 30 times, supporting communities affected by earthquakes, tropical storms, volcanic eruptions, and conflict. Our local team, established partnerships, and emergency aid already in-country help us reach families quickly when disaster strikes.
While many details are still unknown, we know families will need support in the days and weeks ahead.
Your donation today will help provide emergency shelter and essential aid to families affected by this earthquake and help ensure we are ready to respond whenever disaster strikes.
Together, we can help families find shelter, safety, and a path to recovery after disaster.