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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.

	Highly-Rated Nonprofits Providing Relief to Louisiana and Other States Affected by Hurricane Ida Highly-rated charities involved in relief and recovery efforts, providing food, shelter, medical services and medical supplies, and debris management, in Louisiana and states along the U.S. east coast as a result of Hurricane Ida, a category 4 storm, which made landfall on Sunday, August 29, 2021, 16 years to day of another devastating storm, Hurricane Katrina.
	Crisis in Afghanistan In an effort to provide protection and assistance to the Afghans, Charity Navigator presents this list of highly-rated nonprofits addressing childhood poverty, aid to refugees, and those providing support to charities on the ground in Afghanistan.
	Earthquake in Haiti A severe 7.2 magnitude earthquake ravaged the Caribbean island of Haiti on August 14, 2021 leaving over 700 dead and hundreds missing 24 hours after the catastrophic event.
	Wildfires in Western States Highly-rated charities providing support to communities affected by severe wildfires in the Western states of the US, including Oregon, Washington state, California, and Montana.
	Eviction Moratorium: Housing Stability Highly-rated nonprofits supporting tenants and landlords, as well as homeowners, with housing stability
	Highly-Rated Environmental Nonprofits Highly-rated nonprofits dedicated to environmental protection and conservation, advocacy, health and justice, and education, that keep our planet and its ecosystems healthy and thriving,
	#StopAsianHate: Nonprofits Serving Asian Communities In response to the tragic deaths of eight Asian American spa employees in Atlanta, Georgia, and the rise in hate crimes against Asian Americans across the Nation, Charity Navigator analysts have curated a list of highly-rated Asian American nonprofits
	Highly-Rated Nonprofits Dedicated to Veterans and Military Service Members Support a highly-rated organization helping veterans, active or injured military personnel and their families.
	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.
	20th Anniversary: Remembering September 11, 2001 These highly-rated charities are continuing to support those affected by 9/11 and their families.
	Suicide Prevention and Awareness These highly-rated charities are leading the conversation on suicide prevention and mental health support.
	Black-Founded Nonprofits Support these highly-rated nonprofits uplifting the Black community
	COVID-19: Nonprofits Focused on Relief & Recovery Efforts 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.
	Racial Justice & Civil Rights Charities who defend civil rights, protect legal rights, and promote tolerance and understanding among racial, ethnic, and cultural groups.