Direct Relief

Founded in 1948, Direct Relief is a California-based humanitarian organization dedicated to improving the health and lives of people affected by poverty, disasters, and emergencies—without regard to politics, race, gender, or ability to pay. From Direct Relief’s earliest days, the mission has been direct and targeted: provide essential medical assistance respectfully and collaboratively, wherever it’s needed most.

Every day, lives depend on it. Direct Relief delivers life-saving aid across all 50 U.S. states and more than 100 countries, putting medicines, supplies, and critical resources into the hands of frontline health workers.

Your support powers this work. When you give, you help:

• Rush emergency aid within hours after disasters strike
• Pre-position Hurricane Prep Packs and wildfire kits before crisis hits
• Keep clinics open with solar power and cold-chain storage for essential medicines
• Ensure patients receive care regardless of their ability to pay

Recognized worldwide for impact, Direct Relief is the 2025 recipient of the Seoul Peace Prize, honoring its sustained efforts to expand access to care and strengthen health systems. The organization consistently earns top marks from independent evaluators:

• Four-star and perfect “Impact” ratings from Charity Navigator
• 100% fundraising efficiency and a Top 10 U.S. charity ranking from Forbes
• Named one of the Most Innovative Nonprofits in the World by Fast Company

Direct Relief’s model is built on three pillars:

1. Prepared. From hurricane kits to wildfire response, Direct Relief stages aid so it’s ready before disaster strikes.
2. Precise. Aid is targeted to meet urgent, real-time needs through trusted local partners.
3. Purposeful. Direct Relief invests in resilience—so communities recover stronger and are ready for what’s next.

Together, we can ensure help reaches the people who need it most, exactly when it matters most. Your donation today helps save lives tomorrow.