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Operational Update

As Severe Storm Threatens Hawai'i, Direct Relief Ready to Respond

A severe Kona storm is bringing flash-flood risk to Hawai'i. Direct Relief is coordinating with local health partners on any emerg...

California

For Patients Behind on Rent, L.A. Health Center Provides a Lifeline

St. John’s Community Health Center is tackling Los Angeles' housing crisis by connecting patients to vital rental a...

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Extreme Weather

Deadly Tornadoes Strike Communities in Michigan, Oklahoma

DETROIT — Eight people were killed after tornadoes tore through parts of Michigan and Oklahoma late last week, leaving survivors facing immediate and long-term health risks. An EF3 twister ...

Health

Good Things Happened in 2025

December 17, 2025

Announcements

Direct Relief Awarded $250,000 Grant to Advance AI-Driven Humanitarian Health Forecasting

December 16, 2025

Announcements

Craig Redmond Joins Direct Relief as Chief Operating Officer 

December 15, 2025

Hurricane Melissa

Direct Relief Ships 68 Tons of Medical Aid to Jamaica Following Hurricane Melissa

December 14, 2025

Ratings Awards

Forbes 2025 Top Charities: Direct Relief Ranks #5 with 100% Efficiency Rating

December 12, 2025

Operational Update

Medical Aid Departs for 19 Countries, Support Prepped for Marburg Virus Response, and More

December 12, 2025

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