Nepal + 1 more
Despite their cultural significance to Buddhism, the townships of Lumbini, Nepal, and Bodh Gaya, India, have been left without significant development for the local residents. In 2022, the Buddhist...
During the rainy season, the informal settlements lining the ocean front of Freetown, Sierra Leone, are especially vulnerable to flooding. A significant contributing factor is trash, including...
In late July 2025, three successive typhoons, Wipha, Francisco, and Co-may (locally named Crising, Dante, and Emong), struck the Philippines, unleashing widespread destruction across several...
Following the devastating gas pipeline explosion that struck Putra Heights, Subang Jaya, Selangor, on April 1, 2025, the Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation (BTCF) swiftly mobilized to support affected and...
More than 10 years ago, Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation (BTCF) volunteers from Manila and Cebu arrived in Bohol Island, Philippines, to provide support after a magnitude 7.2 earthquake. Since then, Tzu...
In the wake of devastating wildfires that swept through the forests of Ofunato earlier this year, Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation (BTCF) volunteers returned once again to provide urgently needed relief...
Since 2013, the Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation (BTCF) has built and repaired 3,182 water wells across Zimbabwe, easing the nation’s long-standing water crisis. This effort has curbed the spread of...
From May 30 to June 1, 2025, the Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation (BTCF) conducted a large-scale free clinic in Takeo Province, Cambodia, in collaboration with local partners and volunteer medical teams...
The Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation (BTCF) Philippines is commemorating three decades of humanitarian service with a renewed commitment to disaster recovery, medical outreach, and educational support...
In February, 2024, large-scale wildfires in the Valparaiso region became Chile’s worst natural disaster since the 2010 earthquake. The fires scorched more than 52,000 hectares, destroyed 15,000...
After the devastating 2024 flooding in Kenya, Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation (BTCF) partnered with Camillian Disaster Services International (CADIS) and CADIS Kenya to provide comprehensive assistance...
The Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation (BTCF) has continued its extensive relief operations to support displaced and vulnerable communities following the devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake that struck...
Following the devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake that struck central Myanmar on March 28, the Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation (BTCF) has expanded its relief operations throughout Mandalay and...
In the aftermath of Cyclone Jude, which brought destruction and displacement to thousands in the Island of Mozambique, through tireless volunteer efforts, Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation (BTCF) reached...
On April 11, 2025, the opening of a new vocational training center in Chileka, Malawi, bought hope and a pathway to economic independence to local women through skill-building and community support. ...
In partnership with Kidmia Association, the Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation (BTCF) provides ongoing support to 1,350 vulnerable children in refugee camps in Debre Birhan. Under this initiative, the...
Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation (BTCF) has begun coordinating its response to Mandalay, Myanmar to address immediate needs of the victims following the magnitude 7.7 earthquake that left huge...
22nd January 2025 We welcome the announcement of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, marking a first step towards reducing the overwhelming suffering caused by 15 months of brutal conflict. Since...
The context The recent heavy rains in East Africa have led to devastating floods. In Kenya, catastrophic floods have resulted in significant loss of life, displacement of communities, destruction of...
Malawi + 2 more
Last year southern Africa was met with Very Intense Tropical Cyclone Freddy, a powerful and deadly cyclone lasting more than five weeks in February and March, affecting five countries. In Madagascar,...
