Turkey earthquake: How to help

On Sunday, October 23, a magnitude 7.2 earthquake hit the eastern region of Turkey, toppling buildings and killing more than 250 people. Thousands of others were injured and left without shelter. Below are organizations that are working on relief and recovery in the region.

GlobalGiving: This project will disburse funds to organizations providing relief and emergency services to victims. They have several partners in the organizations that they are getting in touch with. As they did with our Japan Earthquake fund, they are committed to ensure that your donation goes to help local relief efforts and will post more details as they have them. Donate here.

Catholic Relief Services: An emergency response team from Caritas Turkey is on its way to the site of Sunday's earthquake. Caritas will assess the needs of people whose homes or livelihoods have been impacted by the quake. To designate your gift to Disaster Relief, write "Disaster Relief Fund" in the designation field. Donate here.

ShelterBox: is liaising with the Turkish Red Crescent Society and other local contacts to provide tents and other needed supplies. Donate here.