Colombia: Help earthquake-affected families

Colombia: Support families after the earthquake

500,000 meals

15,778 supporters

457,270 meals

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What’s inside a typical WFP food basket

Rice or flour

A staple item in many countries and vital source of daily energy.

Vegetable oil

Rich in essential fats and vitamins, supporting a healthy immune system.

Lentils or beans

Plant-based protein and fibre, helping maintain a healthy heart and gut.

Salt

Supports a healthy pregnancy and helps child development.

The food basket is based on local food preferences and diets wherever possible so the items could vary.

31/08/2026

Since the recent earthquake struck Colombia, WFP teams have been coordinating with national and local authorities to respond, including in many of the worst affected areas. Fast humanitarian responses have enabled over 5,000 people to receive food assistance in Pereira and Quibdó. WFP operations include distribution of monthly food baskets of approximately 15 kg/person as well as cash transfers and vouchers that aim to help local markets recover.

Overview

Shared meals will help WFP provide life-saving food and logistics support to earthquake-affected families in Colombia.

A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake hit Colombia leaving many injured and buildings collapsed. Several aftershocks were recorded in the affected area the following morning. Assessments are being made to coordinate rescue efforts. The World Food Programme (WFP) is on the ground scaling up its emergency response providing urgent food assistance to the hardest-hit areas. The type of assistance will depend on local conditions: WFP will provide food directly where markets aren’t working, and cash in urban areas where markets are recovering, helping families buy food while supporting local businesses. WFP food baskets contain staple items such as rice, tuna, lentils, flour, beans, pasta and oil. WFP is also supporting the wider humanitarian response with logistics expertise.

Location

Colombia

Updates3

31/08/2026Since the recent earthquake struck Colombia, WFP teams have been coordinating with national and local authorities to respond, including in many of the worst affected areas. Fast humanitarian responses have enabled over 5,000 people to receive food assistance in Pereira and Quibdó. WFP operations include distribution of monthly food baskets of approximately 15 kg/person as well as cash transfers and vouchers that aim to help local markets recover.

17/08/2026The emergency response is underway in Colombia. WFP is working with partners and volunteers to deliver food supplies, including rice, flour, beans and lentils as part of emergency relief packages for people in need.

13/08/2026Assessments are underway to identify the most effective support for affected communities in Colombia. In areas where markets have been disrupted, WFP can provide food assistance, while in places where markets and services are likely to resume more quickly, cash support can help families meet their needs and rebuild their lives.

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