Charity news
Here are some recent charity news stories:
Global News
- UNICEF and partners launch largest-ever measles vaccination campaign: The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) and its partners have launched a massive measles vaccination campaign in the Democratic Republic of Congo, aiming to vaccinate over 10 million children against the disease. (Source: UNICEF)
- Red Cross responds to devastating floods in Indonesia: The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) has launched an emergency appeal to support the Indonesian Red Cross in responding to the country's worst floods in decades, which have affected over 1 million people. (Source: IFRC)
- World Food Programme wins Nobel Peace Prize: The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for its efforts to combat hunger and promote peace and stability around the world. (Source: WFP)
US News
- Hurricane Dorian relief efforts continue in the Bahamas: The American Red Cross and other organizations are continuing to provide aid to those affected by Hurricane Dorian, which devastated the Bahamas in September. (Source: American Red Cross)
- St. Jude Children's Research Hospital receives $100 million donation: The St. Jude Children's Research Hospital has received a $100 million donation from the late philanthropist, MacKenzie Scott, to support its mission to treat and cure childhood cancer. (Source: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital)
- Feeding America launches food drive to combat hunger: Feeding America, the largest hunger-relief organization in the US, has launched a food drive to help combat hunger and food insecurity in the country. (Source: Feeding America)
UK News
- British Red Cross responds to migrant crisis in Calais: The British Red Cross has launched an appeal to support its efforts to respond to the migrant crisis in Calais, where thousands of people are seeking asylum in the UK. (Source: British Red Cross)
- Cancer Research UK launches new campaign to fund cancer research: Cancer Research UK has launched a new campaign to raise funds for cancer research, with a goal of raising £100 million to support the fight against the disease. (Source: Cancer Research UK)
- Disasters Emergency Committee launches appeal for Syria crisis: The Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC), a coalition of UK charities, has launched an appeal to support its efforts to respond to the crisis in Syria, where millions of people are in need of humanitarian aid. (Source: DEC)
These are just a few examples of recent charity news stories. There are many more organizations and initiatives working to make a positive impact around the world.