Previous Appeals
Thousands of people across the world have received life-changing humanitarian assistance and hope during their darkest moments thanks to generous supporters who donated during past New Zealand Red Cross appeals. From disaster relief and conflict response to long-term recovery and rebuilding, every gift has helped protect lives, restore dignity and strengthen communities when they needed it most.
The impact each of our previous appeals has had is a reminder of the kindness of New Zealanders and the power of turning compassion into action. Below you can see the difference your donations have made - the lives changed, communities rebuilt, and futures made brighter. Together, we’ve made a real impact, and your continued support ensures we’ll be there, wherever and whenever people need help the most.
Hurricane Melissa Appeal closes
At the end of October 2025, Hurricane Melissa – one of the most powerful storms ever recorded in the Caribbean – brought widespread devastation to Jamaica, Cuba, Haiti, and communities across the wide…
Myanmar Earthquake Appeal closes
A devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar on Friday, 28 March 2025, causing widespread damage, loss of life, and leaving many injured and in need of food, shelter, and medical assistance. …
Vanuatu Earthquakes Appeal closes
A devastating 7.3 magnitude earthquake struck Vanuatu on Tuesday, 17 December, 2024. The damage to people’s lives and livelihoods was immense and urgent help was needed.
Morocco Earthquake and Libya Floods Appeals close
On Friday September 8 2023, a 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck central Morocco just southwest of Marrakesh in the remote Atlas Mountains, causing widespread devastation. More than 2,500 people lost the…
Türkiye Syria Earthquakes Appeal closes — response and recovery
On 6 February 2023, two large earthquakes of magnitude 7.7 and 7.6, struck southeast Türkiye and bordering northwest Syria, causing immense destruction. More than 60,000 people lost their lives and an…
Pakistan Monsoon Floods Appeal closes — recovery
Record-breaking floods have put the lives of millions of people at risk in the largest provinces of Pakistan, with authorities estimating that more than 30 million people have been exposed to the torr…
Tonga Tsunami Appeal closes — recovery
We’re continuing to work with the Tonga Red Cross National Society and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent (IFRC), three years after an eruption and tsunami severely damaged the…
Afghanistan Humanitarian Crisis Appeal closes
New Zealand Red Cross is supporting people who fled Afghanistan and are now rebuilding their lives in New Zealand.