An emergency was declared in Flint, Michigan, after it was discovered that there were dangerous levels of lead in the water. Many people came together to help provide safe drinking water.
In December of 2015, extreme weather struck the southern U.S., including three tornadoes that left 11 people dead. Donations poured in from around the globe to help those affected rebuild.
Hurricane Joaquin brought record-breaking rainfall and disastrous flooding to the Carolinas. Fundraising relief efforts for the devastated homes, towns, families & communities are underway.
In November of 2014, several businesses in Ferguson, Missouri were damaged during massive protests. Nearly $500K has been raised on GoFundMe to help those businesses rebuild.
In November of 2013, one of the strongest typhoons in recorded history devastated the Philippines. Many took to GoFundMe to aid the country's recovery.
Heavy flooding hit many Colorado cities in September of 2013. The event marked Colorado's heaviest rainfall in recorded history - thousands of people were evacuated.
Oklahoma was ravaged by a series of massive tornadoes in May of 2013 that left thousands homeless. GoFundMe users raised over $350K for relief efforts.
Tragedy struck the 2013 Boston Marathon when two bombs exploded, killing three and injuring many others. Over $3M was raised on GoFundMe for the survivors' recovery.