Earthquake relief in northern Cebu involves efforts by local and national government agencies, international organizations like Americares and All Hands & Hearts, and private companies such as BingoPlus Foundation and Pacific Prime. These efforts include delivering essential supplies like food, water, and medicine; providing shelter and psychological first aid; and developing long-term recovery plans for rebuilding and restoring communities.
Immediate relief
- Local and national governments are providing food, water, and other necessities through local government units, with the Cebu provincial government unveiling a one-year early recovery plan. The NDRRMC declared a State of Calamity for all municipalities in Cebu province.
- Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) like Americares are providing medical aid, tents, and psychological first aid. World Vision is distributing relief kits to families in evacuation centers.
- Private sector relief efforts include a significant donation from the BingoPlus Foundation for food, water, and medicine, and a donation from Pacific Prime for emergency relief.
- Other organizations like All Hands & Hearts have delivered generators, food packs, and hygiene products to affected communities.
How to help
- Donate through official channels: To ensure the efficient delivery of aid, channel your donations through established organizations, government agencies, or local government units. Do not go directly to affected areas to avoid congestion and safety risks.
- Designated drop-off points: Coordinate with local authorities to find the designated drop-off points for donations to ensure safety and proper consolidation.
- Support businesses: Private groups are also supporting the recovery of local businesses in addition to humanitarian aid.
You may also send money to the Rotary Club of Cubu.
Bank : BANK OF PHILIPPINE ISLANDS or BPI
Account Number : 9131-0066-72
Account Name : RCCPC ROTARIANS INC
BPI SWIFT CODE : BOPIPHMM