Nepal Earthquake Disaster Relief - AARP Foundation

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You have the power to change the lives of seniors in poverty.

1 in 3 older adults struggle to meet their basic needs. Your gift can help seniors secure good jobs, get the benefits they've earned, and stay connected to their communities.

Less than two months after deadly earthquakes rocked Nepal, survivors are starting to rebuild. Among the millions of people whose lives were changed by this disaster are an estimated 600,000

people over the age of 60.

Donations from more than 4,000 AARP Foundation supporters have made it possible to rush aid to the region. Because of these generous donations, groups on the ground have been able to provide

emergency medical care, food, and shelter to survivors and are beginning the long process of reconstructing homes and lives.

Through this support and matching gift from AARP, AARP Foundation distributed $520,000 to organizations providing direct relief where it is needed most — many of them with a special focus on

helping vulnerable older adults.

100% of funds raised were distributed to the following four organizations:

Find out more how AARP Foundation provides disaster relief and supports seniors recovering from hurricanes, wildfires and other natural disasters.

1 in 3 older adults are struggling to make ends meet. As an AARP Foundation donor, you’ll help seniors go from surviving to thriving.

1 in 3 older adults are struggling to make ends meet. As an AARP Foundation donor, you’ll help seniors go from surviving to thriving.