Maui Wildfire Disaster
Campaign overview
The people of the state of Hawaii are in urgent need of help following the destructive and tragic wildfires that struck the islands of Maui and Hawaii on August 8-9.
Campaign story
About this campaign
Preliminary reports indicate at least 36 confirmed deaths, many more injured, and widespread devastation throughout the islands. Homes and roads have been damaged and destroyed, thousands of residents and tourists have been forced to flee, and the historic downtown of Lahaina, a popular destination on Maui, has been burned to the ground.
In this time of chaos, the people of Maui and Hawaii islands face an immediate need for basic necessities such as food, water and shelter. Embrace Relief is preparing to aid the victims of these wildfires and provide these necessities wherever they are most needed.
But we need your help to get there. Donate to our Hawaii Wildfire Relief fund today and help us lend a hand to the people of Maui as they begin to rebuild from this terrible tragedy.
Disaster Relief Program
Why disaster relief campaigns matter.
Disaster relief campaigns help teams respond when families need urgent stabilization after emergencies, displacement, or local crises.
Flexible emergency support can move quickly toward food, shelter, supplies, cleanup, and coordination as confirmed needs change.
Emergency needs can shift quickly after a crisis.
Flexible support helps teams respond before needs become harder to meet.
Campaigns can support supplies, shelter, food, and local coordination.
What your donation supports
Relief that can move with urgent needs.
Emergency supplies
Donations can support practical supplies families need after a crisis.
Food and shelter
Campaigns may help provide meals, temporary shelter support, and household essentials.
Rapid coordination
Support helps teams coordinate local partners, logistics, and field delivery.
Campaign FAQ
Questions before supporting emergency response.
Emergency needs change quickly. Flexible funding helps teams respond to confirmed needs without waiting for a narrow campaign.
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