For Colombians in Arizona, this earthquake is deeply personal.

The August 10, 2026 earthquake affected communities across western Colombia, including Choco, Valle del Cauca, Risaralda, Quindio and Caldas.

Lives Behind the Numbers

As of September 6, 2026, the full picture is still emerging as responders reach remote areas, but the campaign and meeting materials make the scale of the emergency clear.

331deaths
4,600+injured
240+people still unaccounted for
466,600impacted across the affected region
36,000+homes damaged or destroyed
16departments touched by the disaster
Nearly 500municipalities affected
$13.2Bin estimated structural damage

Why Arizona Is Part Of The Story

For many Colombians in Arizona, this disaster is not distant. The affected communities are connected to our families, friends, hometowns, professional relationships and memories.

That personal connection is why Colombians in Arizona exists: to turn concern into organized action. By raising awareness, sharing a trusted donation path, connecting people with bilingual information and keeping Colombia's recovery visible, our community in Arizona can help support the work happening on the ground.

See The Need

Food Relief Is Immediate Relief

In a disaster, a fresh meal can be practical and deeply human: comfort for a displaced family, nourishment for someone waiting for news and support for volunteers working long recovery days.

WCK Relief Activity

World Central Kitchen has been working with local partners to get food relief closer to affected communities.

357,058meals provided
135active recipients and distribution points
56local food partners
Colombia needs a hand World Central Kitchen campaign story