The impact of the 7.7 magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar on Friday has been catastrophic.
Millions of people need shelter, food, clean water, and medical care. Thousands have already lost their lives, and the death toll is expected to rise.
Through the Catholic Church, we can provide the emergency help that affected families will need – food, water and shelter.
“The scale of suffering is deeply distressing, and I commend the swift response of CAFOD, the Church in Myanmar and the DEC in providing essential aid. We will continue to pray for all those affected—those who have lost loved ones, those in need of healing, and those working tirelessly to bring aid and hope in these challenging times.”
Please donate today
To maximise our impact, we have partnered with the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC), a coalition of leading UK aid charities, to launch a wide relief effort.
How your donations can help in Myanmar
As we journey through Lent, we are reminded of the world's deep need for love and hope, as well as the practical help that we can give with your donations.
We are working through the Catholic Church to bring comfort and relief to families in Myanmar. Your donation today can provide essentials like baby food, solar lights, mosquito nets and water purification tablets to families who need them.
If you’ve donated to our Family Fast Day Appeal this Lent, thank you so much – these funds help us to respond quickly to emergencies in and out of the headlines, as well as providing long-term support for people like Lokho.
Why does CAFOD partner with the DEC?
The DEC brings together the expertise and resources of 15 of the UK's leading aid organisations, ensuring that our combined efforts are coordinated, efficient, and far-reaching. By working together, we can deliver critical support more quickly and effectively to those in desperate need.
Prayer for the people of Myanmar
Please join us in praying for the people of Myanmar and other affected areas.
God of mercy,
we pray for all people
affected by the earthquake in Myanmar.
Enfold them in your love
and console them in their grief
as they mourn the death of loved ones
and the destruction of their homes.
Strengthen and guide all those
responding to this disaster
as they seek to bring comfort and relief
in this time of sorrow and pain.
We ask this through Christ our Lord,
whose love endures forever,
Amen.
Every contribution, no matter how small, helps us reach more people and provide the urgent assistance they need. Through a donation today, you will spread kindness and help to those who need it right now. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of those affected by this disaster.