Typhoon Haiyan affected 4.6m children, says Save the Children | GulfNews.com

Typhoon Haiyan affected 4.6m children, says Save the Children | GulfNews.com: Manila: The US-based Save the Children estimated 4.6 million children have been affected by Typhoon Haiyan, with many witnessing the devastation first hand as their homes were swept away by the typhoon.

“Many children remain out of school, unattended and potentially vulnerable to abuse and exploitation,” the NGO said.

The Daily Pennsylvanian :: Penn organizations send relief to typhoon victims

The Daily Pennsylvanian :: Penn organizations send relief to typhoon victims: One major agency working toward this goal is the Center for High Impact Philanthropy, a part of the School of Social Policy & Practice. The center, with the help of Penn students throughout the University, was able to start tracking the recovery efforts of on-the-ground organizations the day after the storm hit.

3 Ways to Make Your Disaster Giving Better Beyond Typhoon Haiyan

3 Ways to Make Your Disaster Giving Better Beyond Typhoon Haiyan: his is a good time to think about the way we respond to disasters. Natural disasters seem to be occurring more often all around the world, and they may be growing worse. Typhoon Haiyan could be the largest typhoon in history.

Americans’ Interest in Philippine Crisis Less Than in Other Disasters, Poll Finds – Philanthropy Today - Blogs - The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Americans’ Interest in Philippine Crisis Less Than in Other Disasters, Poll Finds – Philanthropy Today - Blogs - The Chronicle of Philanthropy: Typhoon Haiyan is commanding less attention among American than previous high-profile natural disasters, a trend likely to be mirrored in giving, The Christian Science Monitor writes, citing a new Pew Research Center study.

IRS Warns Consumers of Possible Scams Relating to Relief of Typhoon Victims

IRS Warns Consumers of Possible Scams Relating to Relief of Typhoon Victims: RS Warns Consumers of Possible Scams Relating to Relief of Typhoon Victims

IR-2013-90, Nov. 15, 2013

WASHINGTON ― The Internal Revenue Service today issued a consumer alert about possible scams taking place in the wake of Typhoon Haiyan. On Nov. 8, 2013, Typhoon Haiyan — known as Yolanda in the Philippines — made landfall in the central Philippines, bringing strong winds and heavy rains that have resulted in flooding, landslides, and widespread damage.

Following major disasters, it is common for scam artists to impersonate charities to get money or private information from well-intentioned taxpayers. Such fraudulent schemes may involve contact by telephone, social media, email or in-person solicitations.

NewsRoomAmerica.com - FACT SHEET: U.S. Response to Typhoon Haiyan

NewsRoomAmerica.com - FACT SHEET: U.S. Response to Typhoon Haiyan: Since Typhoon Haiyan struck the Philippines on November 8, U.S. disaster relief experts and military personnel have worked around the clock to deliver food, water, medicine, and shelter to help those hit hardest by the storm. In support of the Philippines’ relief effort, the United States is providing more than $37 million in humanitarian aid to those in need.

Philippines Relief Hits $78.2 Million; Supplies Getting Through | The NonProfit Times

Philippines Relief Hits $78.2 Million; Supplies Getting Through | The NonProfit Times: A week after Typhoon Haiyan devastated parts of the Philippines, charities have raised more than $78.2 million in pledges and charitable contributions as they continue to send aid amid the devastation. And reports from various news agencies this morning showed aid finally making it to so of the more isolated areas.

The American Red Cross on Saturday increased its commitment by $5 million, to $11 million, for the typhoon response. The Washington, D.C.-based relief agency had raised nearly $27 million in donations and pledges but that figure has not been updated since Friday.

Among the largest totals reported by nonprofits in the first week were:

Big Lottery Fund pledges �5m in Philippines typhoon aid | Third Sector

Big Lottery Fund pledges �5m in Philippines typhoon aid | Third Sector: The BLF will donate the money to UK charities that are helping to rebuild communities devastated by Typhoon Haiyan

The Big Lottery Fund has pledged to give up to �5m to UK charities that are helping to rebuild communities in the Philippines affected by Typhoon Haiyan.

The BLF said it would start an urgent consultation with UK non-governmental organisations working in the disaster area, the Disasters Emergency Committee and Bond, the membership body for UK organisations working in international development, to see how the money could be spent.

Canada is on the right track with typhoon Haiyan disaster relief efforts

Canada is on the right track with typhoon Haiyan disaster relief efforts: ROXAS, Philippines – Canada’s quick dispatch of the Disaster Assistance Response Team, otherwise known as the DART, to the severely battered north end of Panay Island was the right call.

So was how transport aircraft with troops and kit were sent forward to Hawaii and Guam before the location of the Canadian mission was even decided upon.

Typhoon Haiyan: Emergency food supplies yet to reach 600,000 survivors

Typhoon Haiyan: Emergency food supplies yet to reach 600,000 survivors: MANILA (AFP) - Some 600,000 survivors of a deadly typhoon that tore through the Philippines are yet to receive World Food Programme assistance, the body said Tuesday, 11 days after the disaster struck.

Chinese Military Mimics U.S., Looks to Disaster Relief to Change Perceptions - Defense One

Chinese Military Mimics U.S., Looks to Disaster Relief to Change Perceptions - Defense One: As Typhoon Haiyan slammed into the Philippines on Nov. 2, about 60 soldiers from the Chinese military were in Hawaii taking part in a joint military exercise with the United States and several other nations to better coordinate relief efforts in the event of a typhoon in the region.

The military exercise was timely, if not ironic, but it also underscores China’s growing willingness to work with its neighbors, even if they’re not allies.

Midwest Tornadoes: Agencies Provide Disaster Relief - News and Weather For The Quad Cities -

Midwest Tornadoes: Agencies Provide Disaster Relief - News and Weather For The Quad Cities -: With homes and lives torn apart by tornadoes that struck the Midwest, including Illinois, people are wondering how they can help? Two agencies are already on the ground assisting victims.

The American Red Cross of the Quad Cities has sent a half dozen people to assist with providing food, shelter and supplies to those affected by the storms. The Red Cross says it opened a total 12 shelters in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky and Michigan.

Britons donate almost �40m to help victims of typhoon Haiyan | World news | The Guardian

Britons donate almost �40m to help victims of typhoon Haiyan | World news | The Guardian: The joint charity appeal for victims of typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines has raised almost �40m since its launch, the organisers said on Monday.

The �39m given to the Disasters Emergency Committee since the start of the appeal on 12 November is likely to be an underestimate because some cash given directly to the 14 leading charities which make up the DEC remains to be added to the total.

Amphibious ships to replace carrier helping with Philippines disaster - News - Stripes

Amphibious ships to replace carrier helping with Philippines disaster - News - Stripes: EOUL — The USS George Washington will likely leave the Philippines in about three days, after the arrival of two amphibious ships that are better equipped to deal with a disaster such as Typhoon Haiyan, Navy officials said Monday.

While smaller than the aircraft carrier that arrived last Thursday, the USS Ashland and the USS Germantown can move closer to affected areas and provide better helicopter support, according to 7th Fleet spokesman Cmdr. William Marks.

Disaster fund too rigid to offer timely help in Philippines, say charities | South China Morning Post

Disaster fund too rigid to offer timely help in Philippines, say charities | South China Morning Post: Disaster fund too rigid to offer timely help in Philippines, say charities

Major charities call on government to revamp Disaster Relief

Typhoon Haiyan Survivors Begin an Odyssey to Find Their Families in the Philippines - WSJ.com

Typhoon Haiyan Survivors Begin an Odyssey to Find Their Families in the Philippines - WSJ.com: CEBU CITY, Philippines—Just after nightfall, three men jostled with hundreds of other people for spots aboard a rust-stained ferry leaving this port for an island where they hoped to find loved ones alive—or prepare to bury them.

Typhoon Haiyan ripped across the Philippines a week earlier, focusing much of its wrath on Samar Island. A few hundred of those on the Cebu dock found their way aboard the Samar-bound 34-year-old ferry, the Blessed Stars.

Top Philippines Relief Charities, According To Charity Navigator

Top Philippines Relief Charities, According To Charity Navigator: yphoon Haiyan, considered the most powerful storm to ever make landfall battered the Philippines with sustained winds close to 200 mph. The current death toll is feared to be over 10,000. The storm has caused mudslides, 30 feet high storm surges, as well as flash flooding. According to Philippine authorities, more than 12 million people are at risk due to the storm's powerful impact.

U.S. and U.K. Aid Groups Report Rapid Typhoon Haiyan Giving - Philanthropy Today - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas

U.S. and U.K. Aid Groups Report Rapid Typhoon Haiyan Giving - Philanthropy Today - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas: Individual Americans gave more than $33-million for relief work in the Philippines in the week after the island nation was struck by Typhoon Haiyan, CNN Money says.

The American Red Cross said it had collected $11-million from U.S. donors as of Thursday morning, and the figure was expected to climb once contributions made via Facebook and iTunes were factored in. Unicef had taken in $4.7-million by Thursday, and World Vision said its tally at the end of Friday was $6-million.

Picking the Best Charity for Typhoon Haiyan Relief | Eric Friedman

Picking the Best Charity for Typhoon Haiyan Relief | Eric Friedman: We have all seen the horrific pictures and news stories from the Philippines following Typhoon Haiyan, and many of us want to help. Experts are offering advice on how to do this most effectively, though the recommendations vary and sometimes even conflict. To make sense of it all, I've compiled a summary of the various pieces of advice so that thoughtful donors have a more complete picture of the landscape before making the decision of how best to help.

The Challenges And Limitations Of Disaster Donations | KGOU

The Challenges And Limitations Of Disaster Donations | KGOU: The Challenges And Limitations Of Disaster Donations