The Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal closed for donations at the end of 2024, having supported an estimated 8.2 million people* in the first two years of response, but DEC-funded programmes will continue until the end of August 2025, thanks to the incredible amount raised.

His Majesty The King visited St Peter’s Church in Notting Hill to meet and thank DEC staff, volunteers, aid workers and humanitarian experts, fundraisers and those who helped raise £35 million for the Middle East Humanitarian Appeal.

This Giving Tuesday, the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) is celebrating the amazing efforts of people around the UK who have been raising money for the Middle East Humanitarian Appeal that has now raised an incredible £35 million.

Boxing Day 2024 marks 20 years since a 9.1 magnitude earthquake struck the coast of northern Sumatra, triggering a massive tsunami that devastated millions of lives. The impact of the response, and the changes to how we deliver aid, are still being felt today.