Press Releases

Americares, is deploying an emergency medical team to Jamaica to meet the immediate physical and mental health needs of survivors affected by Hurricane Melissa.

Americares is preparing to respond to Tropical Storm Melissa, which is forecast to become a major hurricane in the Caribbean.

Americares is preparing to respond to Tropical Storm Melissa, which is forecast to become a major hurricane in the Caribbean.

Stamford, Conn. – Oct. 22, 2025 – Americares, the global health and disaster relief organization, is pleased to welcome Kellen Thomas as its new senior vice president of medicine security.

Tony Goldwyn will be celebrated for his lifetime of philanthropy at the 2026 Americares Airlift Benefit.

Americares is responding to the powerful 6.9-magnitude earthquake that struck off the coast of Cebu province in the Philippines at about 10 p.m. local time on Tuesday.

A pivotal $1 million donation to strengthen the global health workforce’s ability to respond to emergencies was announced during Climate Week NYC’s Hub Live. 

Americares is responding to the deadly 6.0-magnitude earthquake that rocked eastern Afghanistan just before midnight local time on Sunday.

In response to the devastating flooding that has caused widespread destruction and loss of life in northwest Pakistan, Americares is offering assistance to local organizations.

Americares is expanding its efforts to protect uninsured and underinsured patients across the United States from extreme heat this summer.

Despite claims by Israeli authorities that there is no limit on humanitarian aid entering Gaza, most major international NGOs have been unable to deliver a single truck of lifesaving supplies since 2 March.

Manila, Philippines – July 22, 2025 — Americares and the Philippines Department of Health today launched the Climate Resilience Toolkit for Health Centers in the Philippines—a new resource to help health centers protect patients’ health during extreme weather.  

Americares, the health-focused relief and development organization, is pleased to announce the election of Francine Gingras to its Board of Directors.

In response to the deadly flooding that swept through Central Texas over the weekend, Americares is deploying an emergency response team to help restore access to health services and address the most urgent health needs in affected communities.

Americares is pleased to announce the promotion of two accomplished global health professionals to vice president roles as the organization strengthens its global programming and deepens its impact around the world. Eric Jovan Pérez-López, MPH, has been promoted to vice president of regional programs for the Americas and Saman Nizami, MPA, will now serve as vice president of Americares Asia, Eurasia, Middle East and Africa programs.

Americares, the health-focused relief and development organization, is pleased to announce Harriette Mondaye has been promoted to Liberia country director.  

Americares, in partnership with the Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA), presented its annual Power of Partnership Award to Teva Pharmaceuticals, a biopharmaceutical company, in recognition of its outstanding commitment to increasing access to medicines for patients in need worldwide.

In response to the extensive emotional toll on communities devastated by Hurricane Helene, Americares is launching a new year-long mental health and psychosocial support initiative focused on supporting first responders, health workers, nonprofit staff and volunteers.

Americares, the health-focused relief and development organization, is pleased to announce the promotion of Yael Gottlieb to senior vice president and chief development officer. In this elevated role, Gottlieb will provide both strategic leadership and hands-on tactical fundraising for Americares health programs and disaster response work worldwide. She leads all corporate, foundation and individual giving, including $1 billion in annual product donations from pharmaceutical and medical supply companies.

Americares, the health-focused relief and development organization, is pleased to announce the appointment of Shweta Rawat to its Board of Directors. Rawat brings to the board a wealth of experience in developing and scaling social impact programs, philanthropy and advocacy, along with a deep commitment to Americares mission of helping people and communities around the world access health in times of disaster and every day.