World Jewish Relief launches emergency response for Caribbean hurricane
UK Jewish charity seeks £250k to deliver urgent aid to 10,000 survivors as Hurricane Melissa causes devastation in Haiti, Jamaica and Cuba
World Jewish Relief has begun mobilising life-saving support after Hurricane Melissa left catastrophic destruction across the Caribbean, with more than five million people affected.
Homes have been swept away, vital infrastructure has collapsed and communities have been cut off from food, clean water, and medical assistance following one of the region’s most powerful storms on record.
The London-based humanitarian agency said trusted partners in Haiti and Jamaica are already assessing critical needs, including emergency shelter, healthcare, food distributions and hygiene access. It is also monitoring the welfare of the small Jewish community in Jamaica to ensure their safety.
Chief executive Paul Anticoni urged the community to act swiftly. He said: “In times of tragedy, swift action can save lives. Please help us support those facing this disaster. Every act of kindness makes a difference.”
The charity estimates £250,000 is required to reach 10,000 people, focusing on those most vulnerable to the fallout of natural disasters – including older adults, women and girls.
Rabbi Jonathan Wittenberg, Senior Rabbi of Masorti Judaism, backed the appeal. He said: “Death, inundation, homes wrecked, infrastructure destroyed in Jamaica, Haiti and beyond: we must support World Jewish Relief in helping those whose lives and livelihoods have been shattered by this terrible climate disaster.”
Donations will enable the rapid delivery of essential aid into hard-hit communities facing worsening floods and landslides.
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