The eruptions of the La Soufrière volcano which began on 9 April are expected to displace close to 20,000 persons with over 12,700 evacuees now registered in public shelters and in private homes. Entire villages have been covered in ashes, buildings damaged , schools and businesses closed , crops and livestock destroyed, and residents left with limited access to clean drinking water. Further eruptions are expected in the coming weeks.
Funding raised through the UN Global Funding Appeal for the La Soufrière Volcano Response Saint Vincent and the Grenadines and Affected Countries ,will provide immediate lifesaving humanitarian aid including cash assistance and clean water, and support a sustainable recovery, including through repairs to homes and support for livelihoods.
To donate to the La Soufrière Relief Fund, use the following information:
Bank of America
SWIFT Code: BOFAUS3M
Bank of New York SWIFT Code: IRVTUS3N
For further credit to:
Name: Government of St. Vincent and the Grenadines Accountant General - Disaster Relief Fund
Bank: Bank of St. Vincent and the Grenadines
Address: Bedford Street, Kingstown, St. Vincent and the Grenadines
Account No.: 137741
Swift Code: NCBVVC22
