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In times of crisis and disaster, communities across the world turn inward to embrace those they love and support, while extending their kindness and generosity to those affected. This generosity turns into billions of volunteer hours, trillions of dollars in donations, and hundreds of millions of tons of donated supplies.

When disaster strikes a community -- whether it be by natural or man-made causes -- Charity Navigator provides lists of highly-rated organizations working to help those affected in whatever way they can. These organizations are extraordinarily effective at what they do, giving you the chance to support a cause where your dollar donated (or your hour volunteered) will go furthest.

	Indigenous Peoples & Native-Led Nonprofits Indigenous Peoples? Day acknowledges the heritage and contributions of Indigenous People while recognizing and confronting the resilience of their communities as they continue to face institutionalized racial and social disparities.
	Breast Cancer Charities With so many breast cancer charities vying for your attention in October, in can be hard to know which ones are worthy of your support.
	Suicide Prevention and Awareness These highly-rated charities are leading the conversation on suicide prevention and mental health support.
	Voting Rights and Election Laws Highly-rated charities working to ensure Americans have equal access to the polls
	California and Pacific Northwest Wildfires These highly-rated charities are providing emergency assistance and recovery support to individuals and communities affected by the California wildfires.
	Tropical Storm Marco and Hurricane Laura Tropical Storm Marco is anticipated to hit the Louisiana coast on August 24 as a weakened tropical storm bringing high winds, heavy rains, and a storm surge.
	Beirut Explosion HIghly-rated charities providing relief and recovery efforts in Beirut, Lebanon
	Black-Founded Nonprofits Support these highly-rated nonprofits uplifting the Black community
	COVID-19 Top Nonprofits Support these highly-rated charities working to provide relief and recovery to communities impacted by coronavirus (COVID-19).
	Immigration and Refugees See which 3 and 4-star charities are focused on issues pertaining to immigration and refugees.
	Protecting the Environment Support environmental protection and conservation with these highly-rated organizations.
	Humanitarian Crisis in Yemen These highly-rated charities are providing aid and relief to individuals and families affected by the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Yemen.
	Civil Rights Charities who defend civil rights, protect legal rights, and promote tolerance and understanding among racial, ethnic, and cultural groups.