CFSI is responding to the devastation in Metro Manila and Luzon caused by the Southwest Monsoon and Tropical Storm Haikui. Since 06 August, heavy rains, torrential flooding, and landslides have affected 1,953,481 persons. According to official estimates, 538,445 persons have been displaced and are taking shelter in 488 evacuation centers or with relatives. Government has reported 19 deaths.*

A CFSI Emergency Response Team has been deployed. Rapid assessments are being carried out. CFSI has begun providing humanitarian assistance in affected areas, working with its long-time international, national, and local partners.

CFSI is raising funds to produce, transport, and deliver up to 5,000 Family Support Kits that would benefit 5,000 displaced families or roughly 25,000 persons. Each kit costs P500 (US$12).

These kits contain practical relief items that help protect and promote health, wellbeing, and dignity. The bucket used for these kits can be used to collect, transport, and store water. In addition to the relief items, CFSI includes a simple note of encouragement and information on giving feedback. Volunteers organized by CFSI, including those affected by the disaster, will assemble these kits.

For bank transfers in Philippine Pesos (PHP):
Account Name: Community and Family Services International
Account Number: 6735-0491-25
Bank Name: BPI Family Bank
Bank Address: Legaspi-Amorsolo Branch, G/F Filomena Bldg., 104 Amorsolo St. Makati City, Philippines
Swift Code: BOPIPHMM

For bank transfers in US Dollars (USD):
Account Name: Community and Family Services International
Account Number: 6734-0077-63
Bank Name: BPI Family Bank
Bank Address: Legaspi-Amorsolo Branch, G/F Filomena Bldg., 104 Amorsolo St. Makati City, Philippines
Swift Code: BOPIPHMM

In addition to funding for these Family Support Kits, CFSI is seeking donations in support of its broader response to this major natural disaster. We will ensure that donors are publicly acknowledged.

You can also download and print the one-page Emergency Appeal (PDF) by clicking here.

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*Source: NDRRMC SitRep No. 5 re: Effects of Southwest Monsoon, 09 Aug 2012, 06:00