CityHope Disaster Relief
Responding to disasters locally & Internationally
We deliver disaster aid to communities and nations affected by disaster situations irrespective of race, religion, culture, ethnicity or political affiliation
Highlighted Responses
Western Cape Floods
CityHope Disaster Relief, in collaboration with Every Nation Church, Schaapkraal, and Beautiful Gate, has provided essential support to over 100 families affected by the recent floods in the Jim se Bos Informal Settlement area.
Bringing Hope to Sea Cow Lake Informal Settlement: CityHope Delivers Essential Aid to Fire Victims
CityHope Disaster Relief is responding to a recent fire that devastated the Sea Cow Lake Informal Settlement, leaving 237 households and 431 individuals in urgent need of assistance. Our team has promptly assessed the needs on the ground and will be providing the necessary aid to support the affected families.
South Coast Floods
In the wake of the catastrophic flooding that struck the South Coast on the night of April 14, 2024, CityHope Disaster Relief, in partnership with Ugu Disaster Management, has initiated a full-scale disaster response operation. The organizations are currently assessing the extent of the damage which has left many homes and infrastructure in ruins.
Cato Crest Flood Response
The recent flood rains had a devastating impact on communities across the PINK region of KZN - Phoenix, Inanda, Ntuzuma, KwaMashu, and surrounding areas. In Cato Crest alone, 463 individuals were affected by this tragedy. CityHope Disaster Relief took action to bring immediate assistance. Last Saturday, we distributed food and hygiene parcels to each affected household in Cato Crest, providing essential support during that challenging time.
Dakota Beach Isipingo
In a devastating incident, over 300 shacks had gone up in flames at an informal settlement in Isipingo.
The Dakota informal settlement, located just a few hundred meters from the beach, had been severely affected by the blaze.
Gumtree Fire Response
In January 2023, approximately 72 individuals were left destitute after a fire ripped through their informal settlement in Gumtree, Durban.
Palmiet Fire Reponse
In January 2023, approximately 800 individuals were left destitute after a fire ripped through their informal settlement in Palmiet Durban.
Richmond Flood Response
In February 2023, 84 Richmond families' lives were turned upside down when their homes were flooded.
HOW YOU CAN HELP
We believe in the power of volunteers, businesses and partner organisations to help those in need.
Recap of 2023
Our partners & donors
We thank the following organisations for assisting us with funding, hands-on support and the donation of goods.
In 2022, we had the opportunity to assist not only South Africans affected by disasters, but we were able to reach disaster-stricken communities in five other countries as well. We are most grateful to our donors and volunteers who enable us to keep bringing hope when disaster strikes.