How You Can Respond to Global Disasters

After a national or global disaster, we receive numerous calls from congregations and individuals expressing concern and a desire to help.  Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA), the emergency and refugee program of the Presbyterian Church (USA), enables congregations and mission partners to witness to the healing love of Christ through caring for communities adversely affected by crisis and catastrophic events. 

Its core budget, including staff and administrative costs, is funded through the One Great Hour of Sharing (OGHS), and its program work is additionally funded through designated gifts. Donations will help meet people’s physical needs and provide emotional and spiritual care to survivors and those who care for them.  Individuals are encouraged to donate directly through PDA and congregations may submit their contribution, issuing one check from the church to Pittsburgh Presbytery, using line 10 on the Treasury Service Remittance Form.

For more information regarding the ministry of PDA or to make a donation, go to the PDA website. 

Responding to the Disaster in Japan & the Pacific United States

Individuals are encouraged to donate directly through PDA and congregations may submit their contribution, issuing one check from the church to Pittsburgh Presbytery, using line 10 on the Treasury Service Remittance Form. Please note the PDA project number and description, "DR000117 - Japan Earthquake & Tsunami," on your check.

Click here to make an online donation.

Click here to get the most current information from PDA regarding the offered assistance of the National Response Team.

Click here for a situation update issued on Friday, March 11, from the PDA Rapid Response Network.