Direct Relief @DirectRelief

Mission: Improve the health and lives of people affected by poverty or emergencies without regard to politics, religion, or ability to pay. directrelief.org Global Joined February 2009

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Direct Relief @DirectRelief

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Over the past week, Direct Relief has shipped 289 shipments of requested medical aid to 40 U.S. states and territories and 15 countries worldwide. The shipments contained 2.4 million defined daily doses of medication. bit.ly/4g6BWqS

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September is Disaster Preparedness Month. Direct Relief works year-round to ensure essential medicines and supplies are ready so health providers can continue caring for people when hurricanes, wildfires, floods, and other crises hit.

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2 days ago

On Aug 31, a 6.0 earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan, killing 1,400+ and injuring 3,300+. In response, Direct Relief has committed $50,000 in emergency grants to support mobile medical teams for those injured and displaced. bit.ly/3HRPVEr

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Direct Relief @DirectRelief

a week ago

Direct Relief supported TEXSAR’s flood response efforts with a $50,000 emergency grant for equipment and training, as well as field medic packs designed to equip first responders with medicines and supplies for triage care. bit.ly/41NpS8f

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a week ago

To mark the 20th Anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) and Direct Relief look back on the storm that changed Community Health Centers and forged a lasting partnership. bit.ly/47MzxiQ

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2 weeks ago

With financial support from Direct Relief’s Fund for Health Equity, GirlTREK is a national organization focused on improving Black women’s health outcomes through walking. bit.ly/4lKS16S

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Direct Relief @DirectRelief

2 weeks ago

Over the past week, Direct Relief has shipped 769 shipments of requested medical aid to 47 U.S. states and territories and 14 countries worldwide. The shipments contained 11.5 million defined daily doses of medication. bit.ly/3VfmVta

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Direct Relief @DirectRelief

3 weeks ago

Hurricane Erin, the first of the 2025 Atlantic season, could strengthen to Category 4. Direct Relief remains on heightened alert—tracking developments and ensuring partners and logistics are ready to respond. bit.ly/4lAP2xL

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Direct Relief @DirectRelief

3 weeks ago

The International Confederation of Midwives (ICM), with support from Direct Relief, has relaunched its Global Midwives’ Data Hub, making it easier to access and compare maternal and infant health data worldwide. bit.ly/4mjg9yC

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Direct Relief @DirectRelief

3 weeks ago

The National Disaster Search Dog Foundation trains dogs and handlers for emergencies worldwide, with Direct Relief providing $25,000 to strengthen California’s disaster readiness. bit.ly/3UtTQKe

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Direct Relief @DirectRelief

4 weeks ago

Hurrican Katrina killed 1,833 people and decimated New Orleans’ already overburdened health system. A groundswell of support has allowed safety net providers to increase continuity of care, and plan for future disasters. bit.ly/45JVUUF

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Breast Care International - Ghana @bcighana

4 weeks ago

We’re thrilled to share an exclusive video of the CEO of @DirectRelief, Amy Weaver visiting Breast Care International (BCI) in Ghana, a meaningful testament to international collaboration in healthcare. @tevapharm @uicc

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Direct Relief @DirectRelief

4 weeks ago

Direct Relief is responding to two major wildfires in California—supporting evacuees from the Canyon Fire in Los Angeles County and addressing dangerous air quality from the Gifford Fire on the Central Coast. bit.ly/47kVFAE

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4 weeks ago

Frontera Healthcare employed a Direct Relief grant to cover healthcare costs for flood survivors, mental health support for first responders, and emergency assistance for staff. bit.ly/41xsBCe

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4 weeks ago

As part of National Health Center Week’s Population Health Day, Direct Relief recognizes the vital role Community Health Centers play in serving diverse populations—including people experiencing homelessness. @NACHC @venicefamilyclinic #NHCW25 bit.ly/41mKQJP

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4 weeks ago

With support from Direct Relief, David Raines Community Health Center is expanding access to care for more than 7,000 students across northwestern Louisiana — offering wellness checks, vaccines, behavioral health support, and other care right on campus. bit.ly/40T2Ufi

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Direct Relief @DirectRelief

a month ago

To help protect against harmful smoke exposure from the Gifford Fire, Direct Relief is providing free 3M N95 respirators: Today – Wednesday, August 6, 2025 12 PM – 5 PM 📍 SB Central Library 📍 SB Eastside Library 📍Montecito Library 📍 Direct Relief

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Direct Relief @DirectRelief

a month ago

As part of National Health Center Week’s Health Conditions Day, Direct Relief recognizes Community Health Centers for their vital role in supporting mental health after disasters. #NHCW25 #CHCs60Years #ValueCHCs #HealthConditionsDay bit.ly/3JdST6c

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Direct Relief @DirectRelief

a month ago

Free N95 masks available today from 12–5 PM to help protect from #GiffordFire smoke: 📍 The Hitching Post 2, 406 E Hwy 246, Buellton, CA 📍 Direct Relief HQ, 6100 Wallace Becknell Rd, Santa Barbara, CA

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a month ago

Free N95 masks available today & tomorrow from 12–5 PM to help protect from #GiffordFire smoke: 📍 The Hitching Post 2, Buellton 📍 Direct Relief HQ, Santa Barbara