A 6.1 magnitude earthquake hit eastern Afghanistan this morning, killing at least 920 people -- although the death toll is likely to rise over the coming days. Homes have been completely destroyed and families are believed to be trapped under the rubble, with hundreds of people injured. Many people were asleep when the earthquake struck. Other critical infrastructure such as roads and power supplies have also been badly damaged.It is the deadliest earthquake to strike Afghanistan in two decades.All donations to this fund will support recovery and relief efforts in the region. Initially, the fund will help first responders meet survivors' immediate needs for food, fuel, clean water, hygiene products, and shelter. Once initial relief work is complete, this fund will transition to support longer-term recovery efforts run by local, vetted local organizations. SOLIDARIEDADE NA MOKILI, a 501 (C) (3) nonprofit organization; we work to save lives, defeat poverty and also provide tools for sustainable change to the people most vulnerable to hunger, violence, and disease. Your contribution is tax-deductible. EIN:82-4685492. Spread your random acts of kindness. Double your impact by inspiring others. Feel good, pass it on. Reminder: Employees submit match requests for monetary donations.
