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Help communities in crisis in the U.S. and around the world. 

There are so many humanitarian emergencies constantly happening all over the globe today – it can feel overwhelming to know how to help. That’s why we created our annual Emergency Response Fund*, which supports the rapidly changing needs of communities in crisis, and our longer-term programs in California, GeorgiaNorth Carolina, Ukraine, Haiti, and Sudan.

 

As the climate crisis worsens, people worldwide must prepare to face more frequent and extreme weather events, such as powerful early-season hurricanes, once-in-a-generation floods, and devastating wildfires that increasingly affect major urban centers. CORE’s climate resilience program works with vulnerable communities to implement climate action plans and build readiness to aid resiliency. As we brace for more climate catastrophes, CORE’s Emergency Response Fund will power an estimated 12 emergency responses this year

 

Your gift today allows our trained emergency response team to deploy – wherever and whenever disaster-stricken families need help the most. CORE’s emergency response services include disaster case management, home repairs, mobile medical teams, relocation support, cash and voucher assistance, and so much more.

*Note: At the close of the response, contributions for active responses will continue to create incredible impact and be reallocated to CORE’s Emergency Response Fund. If you have any questions about your gift or would like to cancel your recurring giving plan, please reach out to us at [email protected]

WE ARE RESPONDING

TEXAS FLOODS

Beginning July 4th, catastrophic flash floods swept through communities along the Guadalupe River, inlcuding those in Kerr and Tom Green Counties. 

 

CORE’s team rapidly mobilized to conduct community check-ins and coordinated with partners in both counties. Our teams are focused on identifying unmet needs and responding where support is lacking. 

 

CORE is preparing to launch muck and gut cleanup operations in underserved communities in San Angelo, Texas, where support has been critically limited. This work involves removing hazardous materials from homes to reduce health risks and provide support to residents as they look to return home. 

 

 

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WE ARE RESPONDING

LOS ANGELES FIRES

On January 7, 2025, several major wildfires, fueled by unprecedented winds and unseasonably dry conditions, erupted across the greater Los Angeles area. The largest were the Palisades Fire along the coast and the Eaton Fire in Altadena and Pasadena. At one point, nearly 180,000 people were evacuated, and 350,000 lost power. More than 16,000 structures were destroyed – including homes, schools, and businesses. This devastating disaster has changed LA County forever.  

 

CORE deployed an emergency response team on day 1 – and will continue to support families impacted by the fires over the years-long journey to recovery. We’ve already supported more than 25,000 people with vital relief supply distributions, cash assistance, and more.

 

We are now in Phase 2 of our response, addressing the long-term challenges as we work to rebuild a stronger and more resilient Los Angeles through our comprehensive 5-year community recovery plan.

HURRICANE HELENE

2024-25 Response: North Carolina and Georgia

It’s been nearly a year since Hurricane Helene caused a 500-mile path of destruction spanning from Florida to North Carolina. After deploying rapid response teams to Georgia and North Carolina to meet immediate needs, CORE expanded operations into Swannanoa, NC. Our local team rehabilitated 25 mobile homes in the Alan Campos mobile home community. 

 

CORE remains committed to ensuring that impacted families have access to safe and stable housing, especially during another intense hurricane season. In April 2025, we formally established the Home Rebuild Program in western North Carolina. 

 

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BRAZIL FLOODS

GEORGIA

NORTH CAROLINA

TÜRKIYE EARTHQUAKE

Over the last 15 years, CORE has changed the lives of 12.8 million people and counting.

With a focus on equity, CORE continues to provide life-saving humanitarian support globally including areas of ongoing crises – like Haiti, Ukraine and Sudan – while drilling down on initiatives to support communities right here in the US, responding in Maui, Navajo Nation, & Kentucky. CORE’s domestic and international portfolio centers around Emergency Response & Preparedness; Addressing Climate Change; and Health Access.

 

Since March 2020, CORE has been on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic, administering over 7 million tests and 3 million vaccinations across the country. The organization scaled exponentially to meet the unprecedented need and to fill gaps in the healthcare system in the US and beyond, resulting in countless lives saved.