disaster relief
U.S. airlifts Haitians to safety after earthquake
The U.S. has provided search and rescue support and other humanitarian aid to Haiti following a devastating earthquake August 14.
Heroes of U.S. Diplomacy: When Haiti’s earthquake struck
Four U.S. diplomats placed themselves in danger and worked long hours to assist Haitians and U.S. citizens in the wake of Haiti's 2010 earthquake.
Clearing mines and rebuilding lives after conflict
The U.S. and international partners are clearing land mines from post-conflict countries and supporting land mine survivors. Learn more about these efforts.
American Red Cross: Volunteers helping those in need
In a year marked by natural disasters and a global pandemic, the American Red Cross has seen a surge in volunteers who want to save lives.
USAID helps hurricane survivors in Central and South America
After Hurricanes Eta and Iota swept through Central and South America, USAID jumped into action to provide relief supplies and other emergency aid.
U.S. aids Lebanese people after deadly explosion
The U.S. sent food and medical supplies to Lebanon following a deadly explosion. Find out how the U.S. is helping the Lebanese people during this crisis.
The American Red Cross helps those who suffer
When Clara Barton founded the American Red Cross in 1881, it helped Americans recover from natural disasters. Learn how its mission expanded — to the world.
U.S. stands with ASEAN to control the new coronavirus
Learn how the United States is providing millions of dollars in donations and emergency health assistance to its allies in Southeast Asia.
Hundreds of millions in U.S. foreign aid to combat COVID-19
The U.S. is the world's leader in humanitarian assistance. See how U.S. funding is strengthening countries' responses to the new coronavirus.