How to help in an emergency
Need to respond quickly to an emergency or disaster? You can either donate to trusted charities providing support on the ground, or raise money for yourself, someone you know, or your community. With JustGiving, you can set up a fundraiser in minutes and start making a difference immediately.
Whether you’re supporting disaster relief efforts, helping a family recover from an unexpected crisis, or responding to a local emergency, we’ll help you get money to the people and causes that need it most.
How can I help in an emergency?
Support a charity
Choose this option if you want to help people affected by a disaster through an established charity response.
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Donate to trusted charities
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Fundraise through an event or challenge
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Collect Gift Aid on eligible donations
Raise money directly
Choose crowdfunding if you need financial support yourself or want to help someone you know.
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Receive donations directly to your bank account
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Support individuals, families or communities
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Access funds quickly when they’re needed most
Emergency fundraisers on JustGiving
Charities you can support
Emergency fundraising FAQs
Yes. You can create a crowdfunding page to support yourself, a friend, a family member, or a local community facing unexpected financial hardship.
Once your crowdfunding page is set up and your details are verified, donations can be paid directly to your bank account.
If you want to support an established disaster-response organisation, fundraise for a charity. If you’re raising money for a person, family or community, crowdfunding is often the better option.
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