Archdiocese of Los Angeles Will Host Nepal Relief Drive
Los Angeles parishes will hold special collections in October to aid victims of the Nepal flood disaster.
Updated on Oct. 2, 2026 in Catholicism
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The Archdiocese of Los Angeles will hold special collections on October 4 and October 11 to support those impacted by the August 26 glacial outburst flood in Nepal. All proceeds will be directed to Catholic Relief Services to assist the nearly 1.6 million people affected by the crisis.
Why it matters
With over 1,400 confirmed deaths and thousands still missing following the August disaster, these local collections provide a centralized way for Los Angeles residents to contribute directly to international humanitarian aid efforts.
The disaster has resulted in over 1,400 confirmed deaths and 5,600 missing persons. Donors can also contribute by calling 877-435-7277.
The players
Archdiocese of Los Angeles
This is the regional administrative body of the Catholic Church serving the Catholic community in Los Angeles.
Catholic Relief Services
This is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States.
The details
Parishes and schools across the Archdiocese of Los Angeles will facilitate the giving during upcoming weekend services. Donations are also being accepted via telephone or through the online portal maintained by Catholic Relief Services.
Timeline
August 26, 2026: A major glacial outburst flood and landslide occurred in the Nepal-Tibet border region.
October 4, 2026: The first date for scheduled special collections at local parishes and schools.
October 11, 2026: The second date for scheduled special collections at local parishes and schools.
Culture Shift
This initiative follows a long-standing pattern of the Archdiocese mobilizing parish resources for international emergency relief similar to the 2015 Nepal earthquake relief efforts. Such organized responses reflect the broader role of faith-based organizations in coordinating global disaster aid.
Residents can contribute to the relief effort by attending mass on October 4 or October 11 to participate in the special collection. Alternatively, households can manage their own contributions by utilizing the phone number or the online portal to support the aid mission.
The takeaway
Participating in these organized collections provides a direct channel for local parishioners to assist international disaster survivors. Beyond monetary gifts, stay informed on local updates via your parish bulletin to track how these resources are deployed to the affected regions.
Further reading
Learn more about local faith initiatives at the Catholicism section.
More information
To donate directly or learn more, visit the Catholic Relief Services donation portal.
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