On 31 August, a deadly magnitude 6 earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan. What we know so far is that an estimated 800 people have been killed, over 2,800 injured, and several villages have been destroyed entirely. Devastated families who have lost their homes are in urgent need of shelter, food, clean water, medical support and other necessities. At the same time, aid funding for Afghanistan has shrunk significantly, especially with ongoing effects of USAID funding cuts.
The Disaster Action Fund exists to respond to critical needs such as the situation in Afghanistan, and provide support for vulnerable families. Baptist World Aid is planning an emergency response to help people in Afghanistan through the work of local Partners. Your donation will help our Partners respond as quickly as they are able, with lifesaving assistance for families in need. You’re also helping other local Christian Partners around the world respond to urgent needs in times of crisis.
Last updated 2 September 2025
Some of the world’s most vulnerable communities live in the most disaster-prone areas. With limited capacity to mitigate sudden catastrophes, these families are more vulnerable to disasters. They also lack the resources to respond and rebuild effectively, creating a vicious cycle of poverty. Your gift to the Disaster Action Fund means our local Christian Partners can respond urgently and effectively when disasters strike, both now and in the future
And your gift will keep on giving. Destruction caused by any disaster halts development in communities for years at a time. Your donation will help fund projects so that communities can rebuild and prepare for future disasters.
Estimates suggest that one dollar invested in helping families prepare for disaster saves up to six dollars in response and recovery after disaster hits*.
Give to the Disaster Action Fund today and partner with us in saving lives before, during, and after disaster strikes.
*According to the National Institute of Building Sciences, every dollar invested in disaster mitigation can save six dollars in recovery costs.
