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Direct Relief

@directrelief.org
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Direct Relief is a humanitarian aid organization, active in all 50 states and more than 80 countries, with a mission to improve the health and lives of people affected by poverty or emergencies – without regard to politics, religion, or ability to pay.

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Direct Relief @directrelief.org · 23/09/2026
A mother’s first moment shouldn’t be her last. Today at the @clintonglobal.bsky.social Initiative 2026 Annual Meeting, Direct Relief announced a campaign to raise $40M in support of 2.5M+ safe births worldwide. Learn more: directrelief.org/firsts
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Direct Relief @directrelief.org · 22/09/2026
War doesn’t stop when a baby is ready to be born. In Ukraine, midwife Larysa Cheprasova is helping train providers to deliver safe maternal care despite power outages, disrupted roads, and the realities of war. (Video: Adam Sjoberg) bit.ly/3TGD91n
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Direct Relief @directrelief.org · 13/05/2026
During this wildfire season, here are a few important reminders to help protect your health during periods of heavy smoke exposure. Share this post to help others stay informed and prepared during wildfire season. #wildfire #wildfireseason #disasterpreparedness
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Direct Relief @directrelief.org · 06/05/2026
In the latest edition of Direct Relief: Hope Ahead, CEO Amy Weaver reflects on her first year at Direct Relief — and the people, partners, and communities that shaped her understanding of what humanitarian work truly means. www.directrelief.org/2026/05/a-di...
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Direct Relief @directrelief.org · 05/05/2026
Direct Relief remains committed to equipping more midwives with the right tools to ensure more safe deliveries, even in the toughest conditions. #IDM2026 @world_midwives
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Direct Relief @directrelief.org · 24/03/2026
Direct Relief is on the ground in Oʻahu supporting local partners as some of the worst flooding in more than two decades impacts the islands following a series of Kona Low storms. (Photos by Ben Bishop for Direct Relief)
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Direct Relief @directrelief.org · 07/01/2026
Today marks one year since wildfires ignited across Los Angeles County, devastating communities. Since the fires began, Direct Relief has delivered more than $18 million in aid across the county.
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Direct Relief @directrelief.org · 06/01/2026
Tomorrow marks one year since the LA wildfires. With the continued support of generous donors, Direct Relief remains committed to working alongside local partners to address ongoing needs and support long-term recovery. Read more at the link: bit.ly/4sutDeh
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Direct Relief @directrelief.org · 16/12/2025
Direct Relief is on the ground in Jamaica, working alongside healthcare partners, to support ongoing medical needs following Hurricane Melissa. (Photos by Bimarian Films for Direct Relief)
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Direct Relief @directrelief.org · 11/12/2025
Direct Relief has been named the 2025 Dreamer of the Year. The recognition, a collaboration between TIME and American Family Insurance, honors the organization’s disaster response after the LA wildfires. Read the full announcement at the link: bit.ly/3XSsuPF
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Direct Relief @directrelief.org · 06/12/2025
Thanks to the support of The Miami HEAT and in partnership with the Micky & Madeleine Arison Family Foundation and Carnival Corporation, Direct Relief is preparing a new 64-ton shipment of critical medical supplies for Jamaica following Hurricane Melissa.
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Direct Relief @directrelief.org · 14/11/2025
This World Diabetes Day, Direct Relief is celebrating the communities that help make life a little easier, safer, and more joyful for people living with diabetes.
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Direct Relief @directrelief.org · 01/11/2025
Direct Relief is on the ground in Jamaica with local partners to assess needs and deliver urgently requested medical aid following Hurricane Melissa. (Video by Manuel Velez for Direct Relief)
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Direct Relief @directrelief.org · 01/11/2025
In response to Hurricane Melissa, Direct Relief is sending 60 pallets of essential medical supplies—valued at $1M—to Jamaica’s Ministry of Health. Direct Relief is on the ground with partners to assess needs and support relief efforts.
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Direct Relief @directrelief.org · 04/09/2025
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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Direct Relief @directrelief.org · 06/08/2025
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.org · 05/08/2025
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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Direct Relief @directrelief.org · 04/08/2025
Free N95 masks available today & tomorrow 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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Direct Relief @directrelief.org · 16/07/2025
In response to the recent floods in Texas, Direct Relief delivered emergency medic packs to Texas Search and Rescue to assist with search and rescue missions. Designed for rapid response, each pack includes tools for infection control, trauma care, and more.
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Direct Relief @directrelief.org · 02/07/2025
Direct Relief’s response to the current destructive wildfires in Turkey continues. Pictured here, Direct Relief field medic packs have been dispatched to Hatay, Manisa, and Izmir. (Photo by Francesca Volpi for Direct Relief)
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Direct Relief @directrelief.org · 20/06/2025
Direct Relief was honored to welcome @gofundme.com Pro leadership to Direct Relief HQ for their first visit this week. CEO Tim Cadogan shared digital fundraising insights—and his powerful experience as a search & rescue volunteer during the Eaton Fire, where Direct Relief provided gear & support.
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