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.
331
deaths
4,600+
injured
240+
people still unaccounted for
466,600
impacted across the affected region
36,000+
homes damaged or destroyed
16
departments touched by the disaster
Nearly 500
municipalities affected
$13.2B
in 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.
357,058
meals provided
135
active recipients and distribution points
56
local food partners
