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Disaster ReliefEmbrace Relief has been awarded a 4-star rating and a 100 percent score from Charity Navigator, placing it among the top 1 percent of charities in the United States for financial accountability and transparency.
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Hunger ReliefEmbrace Relief supports a daily bread distribution program in Yemen, providing free bread to 1,500 people each day to address the unprecedented hunger crisis caused by ongoing conflict and economic instability.
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Clean WaterEmbrace Relief’s Clean Water Initiative builds sustainable wells in Chad, providing life-giving water to over 610,000 people. Engineer Omer Karaca explains how deep drilling and rigorous maintenance ensure these wells last for decades, transforming health, education, and economic opportunities for local villages.
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Disaster ReliefEmbrace Relief and Youth Island NY partnered to launch a weekly Sunday night food and supply distribution in Midtown Manhattan, serving over 200 people near Herald Square.
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Clean WaterIn Chedide 2, Chad, villagers spend up to eight hours daily fetching unsafe water. Embrace Relief reconstructed an abandoned well, providing clean water access and transforming daily life for 80 families.
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HealthDr. Adama Fomba, a pediatrician in Bamako, Mali, dedicates his life to treating children who cannot afford healthcare. Supported by Embrace Relief, his clinic provides critical medical services in a country facing severe doctor shortages and high poverty rates.
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Disaster ReliefStudents from Sky Academy in New Jersey traveled to Buma, Tanzania, to help build modern sanitation facilities at a local primary school. The project, supported by Embrace Relief, improved health outcomes for students and provided a transformative cultural exchange experience for the American volunteers.
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HealthCataracts are a leading cause of reversible vision loss, affecting millions globally. While common and safe surgery restores sight in developed nations, many in Mali lack access. Embrace Relief’s Cure Cataract program provides life-changing surgeries to those in need.
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HealthAugust is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month, highlighting the importance of vision for childhood development and academic success. Learn key steps for parents to protect their children's eyesight and how Embrace Relief is restoring vision in Mali.
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Disaster ReliefBahima Beathé, a teacher in the Ivory Coast, lost his sight to cataracts and had to leave his job. Thanks to Embrace Relief’s free surgery program in Mali, his vision was restored, allowing him to return to his passion for teaching.
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Disaster ReliefDjeneba Diallo, a 62-year-old widow in Mali, regained her sight through Embrace Relief’s Cure Cataracts program after years of struggling with impaired vision. Her story highlights the impact of accessible eye care and the power of donor support in restoring quality of life.
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Disaster ReliefEmbrace Relief and the FBI Newark Citizens Academy Alumni Association partnered for their fourth annual Backpack Drive, providing over 1,000 backpacks and school supplies to students in need across New Jersey.
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Clean WaterEmbrace Relief’s Fountains of Hope project restores abandoned water wells in Cameroon and Chad, providing a cost-effective solution to the clean water crisis. In 2022 alone, the project rebuilt 60 wells, restoring access to safe drinking water for 60,000 people.
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Disaster ReliefEmbrace Relief partnered with Garfield Mayor Richard Rigoglioso to distribute free healthy food to over 100 families at the Garfield Recreation Center. This Mobile Market event highlights ongoing efforts to combat food insecurity in New Jersey amidst rising inflation.
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Hunger ReliefGlobal inflation is driving up food prices, leading to a sharp increase in hunger and food insecurity for millions of families. Embrace Relief is working to combat this crisis through international hunger relief programs, but requires donor support to meet the growing demand.
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Disaster ReliefIn 2022, Embrace Relief delivered meals and food packages to 132,880 people across 15 countries and four continents through its International Hunger Relief campaigns during Ramadan and Qurbani.
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Disaster ReliefNine-year-old Maymuna from Mali suffered from cataracts that forced her out of school. Thanks to Embrace Relief’s Mobile Health Unit and a $120 donation, she received free surgery to restore her vision and return to her friends and education.
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Clean WaterHand washing with soap and clean water is a critical public health tool, yet 40% of the world lacks access to basic facilities. Embrace Relief is working to provide clean water in Africa to prevent disease and save lives.
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