Emergency Relief: 7.4 Magnitude Earthquake in Colombia

On August 10, a 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia. At least 132 people have been killed, hundreds have been injured, and many more remain displaced as rescue teams continue searching for survivors trapped beneath collapsed buildings. Significant damage has been reported in Pereira and Chocó, while tremors were felt across much of Colombia, as well as Venezuela, Ecuador, and Panama. Communities are facing urgent humanitarian needs, including emergency shelter, food, medical assistance, and psychosocial support as recovery efforts begin.

Myriad USA is activating its DisasterLink network to support trusted local organizations delivering life-saving aid. Donations made through this campaign are directed to each organization’s dedicated fund and will help provide emergency assistance, disaster response, and long-term recovery support to affected communities.

Our current response partners are listed below, and we will continue to assess other organizations as the situation unfolds.

Asociacion de Bancos de Alimentos de Colombia (ABACO) coordinates 24 food banks across the country to improve food and nutritional security for vulnerable communities. In response to the earthquake, ABACO is delivering food and essential supplies directly to affected families, helping meet urgent needs while supporting community recovery. Support their efforts here.

Centro Para el Aprendizaje de Ingles is providing emergency support to students and families affected by the earthquake in Chocó, many of whom have lost their homes and belongings. The response will focus on distributing food, hygiene kits, clothing, school supplies, and educational materials, while also helping rebuild homes. Support their efforts here.

Corporacion Educatica y Cultural Motete is delivering urgent relief to earthquake-affected families in Afro-Colombian communities across Chocó. Support will provide emergency shelter, hygiene and first aid supplies, psychological care, and protection services for girls and other at-risk community members. Support their efforts here.

For more information on how to support disaster relief and recovery efforts in Colombia, please contact us at [email protected] or +1 (212) 713-7660.