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Understand the disaster life cycle and know when to give. Discover disaster management approaches, best practices in the field, and successful grant allocations.

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Research current and recent disasters, with a donor-centric focus on immediate needs, long-term recovery, grantmaking efforts and up-to-date statistics.

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Learn more about how the Center for Disaster Philanthropy partners with donors through custom advisory services, the Disaster Recovery Fund, and the fostering of community.

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The Center for Disaster Philanthropy is unique among nonprofits. We offer the tools, expert analysis, and advisory services to maximize the impact of dollars given for disaster preparedness, relief, and recovery.

Latest News:

May 22, 2012, marks the one-year anniversary of the devastating tornado that hit Joplin, Mo. Disaster-affected communities like Joplin and Tuscaloosa, Ala., still need assistance in a variety of areas. Read more.

The Center for Disaster Philanthropy recently has aligned with the internet’s leading charitable giving resource, Network for Good, to enable efficient and easy donations. Read more about what we do, and how you can help.

Regine Webster, the Center’s executive director, recently took part in a Council on Foundations panel on Strategic Grantmaking for Disasters. The session was hosted by the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation. Read more about the Center’s leadership and staff.