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From Floods to Drought: How El Niño Impacts Communities Around the World

El Niño affects every region differently. Explore how one climate pattern can influence weather, livelihoods and communities around the world, creating very different challenges for the people living through its impacts.

What Is a Super El Niño, and Could 2027 Be the Hottest Year on Record?

Discover what a super El Niño is, how it differs from a typical El Niño and what it could mean for global temperatures, extreme weather and communities around the world.

Good News from ShelterBox: July 2026 Highlights

From environmental wins to disaster recovery to ShelterBox updates, here are some positive stories from around the world this month.

How Storm Strapping Helps Shelters Withstand Extreme Weather

A roll of storm strapping costs around $13, but its impact can be far greater. Learn how this simple item helps strengthen shelters, reduce storm damage and support families facing hurricanes and typhoons.

Venezuela Earthquakes Update: Voices from the Recovery Effort

Following Venezuela’s twin earthquakes, thousands of families have lost homes, loved ones and a sense of safety. Rotaractors Miguel Dos Santos and Daniel Zavala share their experiences as ShelterBox responds to support affected communities.

Good News from ShelterBox: June 2026 Highlights

Progress, partnership and practical impact from our work supporting communities affected by disaster, conflict and the climate crisis.

Rebuilding Lives in Bangladesh: ShelterBox and Uttaran Working Together

ShelterBox and Uttaran have been working together in Bangladesh since 2024. Learn more about how we’re working to rebuild lives and prepare people for the future.

Rethinking Emergency Shelter for a Changing Climate

Emergency shelter saves lives. But it also has an environmental impact. Through the Closed Loop Tent Project, ShelterBox worked with partners to rethink humanitarian tent design – cutting emissions while improving durability.

Pride and the barriers we must acknowledge: a ShelterBox perspective

This Pride Month, discover how we focus on safety, inclusion, and ensuring everyone gets the help they need, while standing with LGBTQI+ communities and aid workers everywhere.

How are hurricanes named?

Learn who decides storm names, why names are retired and how stronger storms are affecting communities worldwide.

5 Hurricane facts you need to know

Discover five surprising hurricane facts, how these storms impact people’s lives, and why emergency shelter after disaster is critical.

Atlantic Hurricane Season 2026: Expert Predictions Explained

A quieter Atlantic hurricane season is forecast for 2026. But even one storm can cause widespread damage, leaving families without safe shelter.

The Perks’ Memorial Campaign: Making an impact with Rotary

Read more about the incredible legacy left by Bob and Joyce Perks, that helped ShelterBox raise over $114,000.

Good news from ShelterBox responses around the world

Good news from ShelterBox responses worldwide: emergency shelter after Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica, completed distributions in the Philippines after Typhoon Kalmaegi, and a new disaster preparedness project starting in Malawi.

Inside the ShelterBox Response Team: Carsten’s Journey

Carsten shares his journey as a ShelterBox Response Team member and how skills, partnerships, and local leadership shape humanitarian aid.

Why including women from the start strengthens recovery

How including women and girls in disaster response strengthens recovery; why shelter, safety, and dignity matter; and how ShelterBox is learning and adapting.

5 facts about ShelterBox’s partnership with Rotary

Ahead of World Rotary Day, discover 5 facts about ShelterBox’s partnership with Rotary.

Recipes shared with us in Chad

Local cooks in Chad share their everyday recipes. They reflect regional ingredients, shared meals and local cuisine in Chad. Try making them today.

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