With thousands of people affected by the eruption of Mount Merapi and the Mentawais island tsunami, here is how you can help.
SURFAID INTERNATIONAL
SurfAid is delivering emergency relief supplies and assessing the needs of the people who have been affected by the tsunami. You can donate online or call 1800 257 957
PLAN INTERNATIONAL
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Plan International Australia maintains the Children in Crisis Fund to respond to such situations. The fund provides ongoing finances in response to the needs of children and communities affected by disasters around the world. To donate, phone 13 7526 or 03 9672 3600 or donate online
MUSLIM AID
Muslim Aid Australia will be launching an appeal in the following days, for information phone 1 800 100 786 and check the website
AUSTRALIAN RED CROSS
The Australian Red Cross is currently monitoring the situation and will respond accordingly if their Indonesian colleagues request assistance. Updates will be found on the Red Cross website
UNICEF AUSTRALIA
UNICEF is currently monitoring the situation. Whilst not a direct appeal, people can donate to the Emergency Healthcare and Supplies Appeal.
To donate, call 1300 884 233 or donate on the website
OXFAM AUSTRALIA
Oxfam's International Crisis Fund is open for donations; this enables Oxfam to respond quickly and efficiently to emergencies around the world.
To donate, phone 1800 034 034 or donate online.
CARITAS AUSTRALIA
Caritas Australia is looking to respond to the tsunami in Indonesia and will do so drawing on their Emergency Response Funds rather than opening a special appeal.
To donate, phone 1800 024 413 or donate online
If you would like to add to this list, please let us know via email sbsnews@sbs.com.au
