No water, no alternative: life in a camp in Somaliland

Some stories stay with you long after you've finished reading. This moving article from CARE Australia highlights the daily reality faced by families in Somaliland who are living without reliable access to clean water. It offers valuable insight into the challenges of displacement, drought and resilience while showing why humanitarian support remains essential. Save this article to understand the impact of water scarcity and the importance of sustainable aid for vulnerable communities. Discover how CARE Australia is helping create meaningful change. For enquiries, call 1800 020 046.

https://www.care.org.au/storie....s/no-water-no-altern

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7 Facts That Explain the Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza

The humanitarian situation in Gaza continues to affect millions of civilians facing displacement, limited access to food, clean water, healthcare and essential supplies. This article outlines seven important facts that help explain the scale of the crisis and the urgent need for humanitarian assistance. It highlights the challenges experienced by families, children and healthcare workers while emphasising the importance of international aid and ongoing support. Understanding the realities on the ground helps raise awareness and encourages meaningful action for people whose lives have been profoundly disrupted by conflict. Read the full story to learn more.

Read the full post - https://care.org.au/stories/7-....things-about-humanit

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Donate to Ukraine from Australia

If you've been meaning to donate to Ukraine but haven't worked out the most direct way to do it from Australia, this post covers the practical steps.
The conflict is now in its fourth year. Humanitarian needs inside Ukraine and for Ukrainians displaced across Europe remain significant. CARE has been operational in Ukraine since the early weeks of the crisis and continues to run programs focused on emergency cash assistance, psychological support, and essential supplies for displaced people.
The "how to donate" question matters because it's not always obvious which organisations are actually delivering aid on the ground versus channelling funds through multiple intermediaries. CARE operates directly in Ukraine — it's not a pass-through.
All donations to CARE are tax deductible for Australian donors. With June 30 approaching, an end-of-year gift to the Ukraine humanitarian response can also be claimed in your tax return.
 
Read the full post → care.org.au/blog/how-to-donate-to-ukraine-from-australia/
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How to Know Where Your Charitable Donation Actually Goes

89 cents in every dollar donated to CARE goes directly to programs.
That number isn't a marketing claim — it's published and audited. For anyone deciding where to direct a charitable donation, it's the kind of proof point that cuts through.
The question "where does my money actually go?" is one of the most common things Australian donors search for before giving. Charities with high administrative costs rarely advertise that fact. CARE does the opposite: the full breakdown is published at care.org.au/where-the-money-goes/.
Donation effectiveness isn't just about overhead ratios. It's about whether the organisation reaches the communities it claims to serve, and whether it can demonstrate outcomes — food distributed, clean water accessed, women supported through economic empowerment programs.
CARE's donation effectiveness page sets out both the numbers and the programs they fund.
 
Read the full post → care.org.au/appeals/donationeffectiveness/
#careaustralia #charitablegiving #australiancharities #donatetocharity #internationalaid

89 cents in every dollar donated to CARE goes directly to programs.
That number isn't a marketing claim — it's published and audited. For anyone deciding where to direct a charitable donation, it's the kind of proof point that cuts through.
The question "where does my money actually go?" is one of the most common things Australian donors search for before giving. Charities with high administrative costs rarely advertise that fact. CARE does the opposite: the full breakdown is published at care.org.au/where-the-money-goes/.
Donation effectiveness isn't just about overhead ratios. It's about whether the organisation reaches the communities it claims to serve, and whether it can demonstrate outcomes — food distributed, clean water accessed, women supported through economic empowerment programs.
CARE's donation effectiveness page sets out both the numbers and the programs they fund.
 
Read the full post → care.org.au/appeals/donationeffectiveness/
#careaustralia #charitablegiving #australiancharities #donatetocharity #internationalaid