Disaster Response
Philanthropy's Response to the 2026 Earthquake in Colombia
Resources to Guide Philanthropic Response
Overview
A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia on August 10, 2026 causing widespread destruction across critical infrastructure. The earthquake killed over 200 people, with 4,000 missing and nearly 2,000 injured. Recovery efforts from complex humanitarian emergencies will be especially difficult in countries already grappling with ongoing political and financial instability.
This page will continue to be developed as additional information becomes available.
Resources
- Center for Disaster Philanthropy | Colombia earthquake: What funders need to know
- Council on Foundations | Disaster Grantmaking and Global Grantmaking Resources
Response Fund
- Direct Relief | Colombia Earthquake 2026
- GlobalGiving | Colombia Earthquake Relief Fund
- Myriad USA | Emergency Relief: 7.4 Magnitude Earthquake in Colombia
- Center for Disaster Philanthropy | Global Recovery Fund
Partner
The Center for Disaster Philanthropy is the Council's recommended partner for those needing support in mobilizing a philanthropic response to disasters.
Disaster Grantmaking
