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Trust in NGOs has also been slowly increasing over the past two decades; however, in 2024, just 8% of American donors gave money to international charities focused on work outside of the U.S. Americans care about global issues, but they are often hesitant to give to organizations beyond our borders. In CAF America's report, "Americans' Trust in Global Charities", we analyze this trend in the trust of American donors.

On August 31, a 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck Jalalabad, a city in Southeastern Afghanistan. According to PBS, as of September 2, reports indicate more than 1,400 fatalities with an additional 3,000 people injured, and these numbers are expected to climb. The World Health Organization estimates at least 12,000 people were affected and hundreds of homes were destroyed. Rescue efforts are underway via ground and air to help communities recover, especially in remote towns and hard-to-reach areas.