4. Think beyond the immediate crisis to the long-term.
5. Bear in mind the expertise of local organizations.
6. Find out how prospective grantees operate.
7. Be accountable to those you are trying to help.
8. Communicate your work widely, and use it as an educational tool.
Resources on Global Disasters and Philanthropy’s Response
To assist its members and the field with leadership and guidance on global disasters, the Council on Foundations compiles timely, crisis-specific resources and summarizes the philanthropic response.
The Council encourages members to tell us how you are responding—whether directly, through a partner organization, or through those in your local communities—so that we can share the information with others in our field. Please send your information and updates to disasterresponse@cof.org.
Responding to the Earthquake in Chile(2/27/10)
An earthquake with a magnitude of 8.8 occurred in the early morning hours of February 27, 2010. View a list of international relief agencies providing support. Submit to share with the field how your foundation is responding.
Responding to the Earthquake in Haiti (1/13/10)
Foundations across the globe immediately responded to the devastation in the wake of the 7.0-magnitude earthquake that struck Haiti on January 12, 2010. See detailed commitments of the 120+ foundations and giving programs that collectively pledged nearly $76 million in support.
Community Foundations Disaster Preparedness and Recovery Plan outlines strategy for responding to a disaster, provides information essential to continuity of critical business functions, and identifies the resources needed to ensure safety of personnel, effective communications, and other mission-critical services.
Search a Map of Cross-Border Giving for foundations that are currently giving in the disaster-struck region. This dynamic tool is an exclusive member benefit from the Council on Foundations and the Foundation Center.
Resources and Philanthropic Activity from Past Disasters
