Episcopal Relief and Development is helping people after the onslaught of deadly typhoons in the northeastern Philippines. It is estimated that more than a thousand people have been killed and tens of thousands are homeless due to massive flooding and mudslides. There is an additional threat that waterborne diseases such as dysentery will threaten already devastated communities.
"We are deeply grateful for ERD's offer of emergency assistance towards relief efforts after destruction caused by the latest typhoons," said Floyd P. Lalwet, National Development Officer of the Episcopal Church of the Philippines. "The stories of destruction are so tragic especially during this season when we are supposed to be celebrating new life."
In partnership with the Episcopal Church of the Philippines, ERD is providing humanitarian support to devastated communities in remote communities in the country. Emergency relief will provide food, seeds, and other critical supplies as communities and volunteers clear up roads, repair churches and community centers, and rebuild homes.
"On behalf of the generosity of Episcopalians around the country, we are pleased to provide food and other critical supplies to remote communities in the Philippines where ERD is already partnering with the local Episcopal Church to develop and monitor food security projects around the country," said Sandra Swan, ERD President.
Please pray for people affected by this recent tragedy. ERD will continue working with the Episcopal Church of the Philippines both in the area of food security and in the aftermath of typhoons.
To make a contribution for people by the typhoon in the Philippines and other crises, donate to the Emergency Relief Fund at www.er-d.org or call 800.334.7626, ext. 5129. Gifts can be mailed to: Episcopal Relief and Development, designated for Emergency Relief Fund, PO Box 12043, Newark, NJ, 07101.
