Looking Back 2008

Survivors of the China earthquake / Staff Photo

With the help of donors and partner organizations, AmeriCares helped save thousands of lives in 2008.

From earthquakes in China to tornadoes in the American mid-west; from cyclones in Myanmar to hurricanes in Haiti, AmeriCares has delivered aid around the world, whenever and wherever it’s needed. In 2008, AmeriCares delivered over $1 billion worth of medicines, medical supplies and aid to 87 countries through our Global Medical Assistance, Emergency Response and Medical Outreach Programs. Read more about our work »

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Looking Forward 2009

Vaccination program in Senegal / Staff Photo

In 2009, AmeriCares will continue to answer the call for help by serving as a bridge between companies willing to donate products and the health care workers who desperately need medicines and supplies. And we will continue to build on our past successes and lessons learned. Read more about our plans for 2009 »

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Voices From The Field: Reflections on the 2004 Tsunami

Health education in Indonesia / Staff photo

Rachel Granger, vice-president of post-emergency response, helped lead relief efforts in Indonesia after a giant tsunami killed over 225,000 people the day after Christmas in 2004.

As the anniversary of the tsunami approaches, Rachel recently returned to Indonesia to review the work AmeriCares has done over the last 4 years. She shares with us her experiences from the field including her first visit after the tsunami struck and subsequent visits to see the progress of rehabilitation programs supported by AmeriCares. Read more »