On the evening of Friday, September 28, 2018, a deadly 7.4-magnitude earthquake devastated the cities of Palu, Donggala, and Mamuju, in the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia. As of 1:00 PM on Tuesday, October 2, 2018, the National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) has reported at least 1374 deaths, thousands of buildings damaged and more than 17,000 people were displaced as a result of the quake. Many people remain in shelters, afraid to return home.

To help survivors of this disaster, we at CERDAS Foundation are mobilizing efforts to provide immediate support and relief. We are collecting funds for distribution to those impacted by the disaster. CERDAS Foundation is collaborating with local Non-Government Organizations (NGOs) with access to the affected areas to bring timely and effective relief to the victims.

We are accepting donations until Sunday, October 21, 2018. Please send your contribution today. Every little bit helps.

You can conveniently make your donation through PayPal (be aware that PayPal takes 2-4% of your donation). Please visit our website at: www.cerdasfoundation.org and select “Donation”, and mention in your payment that you are contributing to the “Palu Earthquake”.

You can also send a check made out to CERDAS Foundation – please make a note specifying that the donation is for the “Palu Earthquake” – to:
CERDAS Foundation
4059 NE 55th St, Seattle WA 98105

On behalf of the victims of these disaster, we sincerely thank you.

CERDAS Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization. Your contribution is tax
deductible to the extent permitted by law. Tax ID# 26-1640702

Coordinator of Palu Earthquake Urgent Appeal
Ismail Budhiarso
+1 (206) 526-1761
budhiarso@comcast.net