Guidance on Supporting Disaster Recovery in Myanmar and Thailand

On Friday, March 28, 2025, a 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar, resulting in more than 2,700 lives lost across the country and in neighboring Thailand. With an awareness that the number of casualties will increase in the coming days, the need for emergency aid and resources is significant.

The region has already been plagued by humanitarian crises due to civil war, food shortages and mass displacement, making the damage from the natural disaster even more dire. The earthquake has also caused major damage to buildings, roads, and structures. Rescue teams from around the globe have begun to respond.

With millions impacted internationally, and the scope of the damage and loss still being assessed in both regions, DAF donors are uniquely situated to help in providing rapid response. For NPT donors looking to help in the face of both disasters, we are sharing a recommended list of nonprofits working on a global scale to help those directly affected.

Remember, if your employer manages employee giving efforts, consider checking to see if they offer a match for donations. Donors can provide support quickly and efficiently in places where help is urgently needed, including the following organizations:

The Center for Disaster Philanthropy (EIN 45-5257937) has a Global Recovery Fund that supports long-term recovery in complex humanitarian emergencies and earthquake-affected communities as they work to rebuild.

Direct Relief (EIN-95-1831116) is working with the ASEAN Coordinating Center for Humanitarian Assistance to Disaster Management to mobilize aid and provide medical resources to the affected regions of Myanmar.

Doctors Without Borders (Médecins Sans Frontières) (EIN-13-3433452) has teams in the region prepared to respond to the earthquake in Myanmar, offering medical assistance to those affected by the disaster.

Friends of the World Food Program (WFP USA) (EIN-13-3843435) is supporting the World Food Program’s initiatives to deliver emergency food assistance to communities affected by the earthquake.

Global Empowerment Mission (EIN-45-3782061) responded by providing residents of Myanmar and Thailand with immediate supplies.

GlobalGiving Foundation (EIN-30-0108263) has responded to the crisis by creating the Myanmar and Thailand Earthquake Relief Fund, which will provide urgent relief and long-term assistance in the hardest-hit communities.

Oxfam America (EIN-23-7069110) is assessing the damage and planning a humanitarian response to support those affected by the earthquake.

Save the Children (EIN-06-726487) is delivering essential aid, including food, shelter and psychological support to children and families impacted by the earthquake.

World Central Kitchen (EIN 27-3521132) has teams deployed to Southeast Asia to provide access to nutritious meals and support to communities impacted by the earthquake in Myanmar.