Disaster Relief Fund
The Disaster Relief Fund provides urgent aid to Caribbean nations impacted by hurricanes, floods, or other natural disasters.
Our mission is to support communities with essential resources—food, water, shelter, medical care—and recovery efforts.
Donations via Zelle: caribbeandisasterfund@gmail.com
Cost of Natural Disasters in the Caribbean
- The 2017 hurricane season (Irma & Maria) caused over $93 billion in damages across the Caribbean
- On average, natural disasters cost Caribbean economies 2–3% of GDP annually (World Bank)
Impact on People & Communities
- In the last 20 years, over 26 million people in the Caribbean have been affected by natural disasters
- Nearly 1 in 4 Caribbean residents live in areas highly exposed to hurricanes, earthquakes, and floods
- Over 90% of Caribbean countries’ populations live within 5 km of the coast, making them highly vulnerable.
Key Numbers & Emergency Needs
- After a major hurricane, the average family of 4 needs $400–600 in emergency supplies (water, food, fuel)
- Every $1 invested in disaster preparedness saves $7 in recovery costs (UNDRR)
Why Support Matters
- The Caribbean is among the top 10 most disaster-prone regions in the world
- Climate change is expected to increase hurricane intensity by 10–20% in the next decades