United Way's Response to the Chile Earthquake

The United Way system in Latin America has mobilized to respond to the catastrophic earthquake that hit Chile on the morning of February 27. United Way’s local organization in Chile and other United Way members in the Latin American region have mobilized their staff, volunteer leaders and resources in response, and will work together to determine the most pressing long-term recovery needs.

United Way Worldwide has activated the United Way Worldwide Disaster Response Fund to help Chileans rebuild their lives. Contributions to the United Way Worldwide Disaster Fund that are designated for Chile will support the recovery and long-term rebuilding needs of devastated Chilean communities. People can also make contributions to the general long-term recovery fund or to support the ongoing recovery work in Haiti.

Ways to donate:

• Online: Financial donations can be made to the Fund at www.unitedway.org/disasterfund (choose Disaster Recovery / Rebuilding, Chile or Haiti).  
• By phone: call 1-866-404-5826. Questions about the Fund can be directed to this toll-free number.
• Mobile giving: Make a $10 donation by texting CHILE to 864833 (UNITED). Standard text messaging rates apply.
• By check: Make out to United Way and mail to United Way Worldwide, P.O. Box 630568, Baltimore, MD 21263-0568. The memo line should include "United Way Worldwide Disaster Fund" and, if desired, should indicate Disaster Recovery and Rebuilding, Chile or Haiti.