Blog: Stories of Shelter

As we launch Stock the Box, a new way for Rotary Clubs and groups to fundraise for us, we look back at the evolution of our emergency shelter.

Take a look behind the scenes of a recent ethical storytelling workshop at Minawao, Refugee Camp in Cameroon.

To mark World Water Day 2023, we take a deep dive into the story behind our water filter. Read on to discover its connection to Rotary and how it came to be a staple in many of our responses around the world.

On February 6 2023, a 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck southern Turkey and northern Syria, followed by a second 7.5 magnitude earthquake. Thousands of aftershocks followed.

In March 2011, peaceful protests in Syria escalated into brutal conflict that’s still ongoing. Read 7 facts about the conflict in Syria.

After fleeing their homes to escape war, millions in northern Syria are facing new devastation. This is why the Turkey and Syria earthquakes could not have hit a more vulnerable place.

One year on, the war in Ukraine isn’t over. We are committed to doing all we can to support families who have lost so much. Stand with us.

What is Lent … why people give things up? Keep reading to hear some thoughts on Lent in 2023, get some inspiration on things to give up and learn 5 facts about Lent.

In 2023, let’s give all crises the attention they deserve. Here are 6 forgotten crises that you need to know about.

From virtual gifts to ShelterBox Book Club membership, get inspiration for Christmas gifts that give back, helping families with shelter and warmth after disaster.

We’re gearing up for Thank You Day – an annual tradition to personally thank many of our supporters. See why everyone in the organisation takes the time to phone and personally thank our supporters.

Discover the true stories of the Ukrainians featured in the film and go behind the scenes to meet the poet, actor, and translator who worked on the film.

COP27 conference: Our CEO Sanj Srikanthan reflects on the urgent message we’re sending to global leaders.

Learn how you can leave a gift in your Will to a charity and everything you need to know.

Read an Q&A from a Brian Stewart a committed Rotarian, brilliant ShelterBox Book Club member and published author!

The Horn of Africa is experiencing the worst drought in over 40 years. Learn more about this crisis and how shelter can make an impact.

Discover everything you need to know about World Humanitarian Day and meet four real-life humanitarians.

Read how we listened to communities to adapt our solar lights.

Have a look at these 6 summer reads picked exclusively by ShelterBox Book Club.

Read how ShelterBox is committed to reducing unnecessary single-use plastic from our aid packaging.

In spring 2022, the members of the ShelterBox Book Club read ‘Sweet Bean Paste’ by Durian Sukegawa. We compiled questions from our members for Durian, take a look at his written answers.

LGBTQ+ Pride Month is here. Here are 8 easy steps to being a better ally to the LGBTQ+ community and challenge the norms.

Climate change is making extreme storms even more devastating. Read 3 stories of survival after extreme storms in Vanuatu and Malawi.

The 2022 Atlantic Basin hurricane season is predicted to be very active. Read how we’re preparing.

From physical challenges to camping in the freezing cold, here are 5 of our most favourite fundraising stories.

See how we worked with partners to reach 20,000 families after Typhoon Rai.

Read how you can help people affected by the Ukraine crisis.

The latest IPCC Report on climate change is out. here are 5 of the main findings of this report.

Our changing climate is making large weather events like droughts and hurricanes worse. Learn more about climate-related disasters.

See how ShelterBox worked with partners to respond to the 2021 Haiti earthquake, despite the challenges.

It’s not uncommon for many of us to be feeling a little blue after the holiday season. Here are four easy ways to beat the winter blues.

Child psychologist Paul Howard-Jones reflects on the importance of a safe and stable home on a child’s development.

Our ultimate Christmas gift guide will inspire you to choose the best unique, ethical, and fun gifts.

Storytelling inspires change. See why ShelterBox Book Club has published Tamesis Street: an all-star story of a climate crisis.

Learn what Black History Month is and read the story of Joseph Antonio Emidy.

Learn about the devastating humanitarian crisis unfolding in Tigray, Ethiopia.

Read how we worked with Rotary and Habitat for Humanity to support families in Honduras after Hurricanes Eta and Iota.

We spoke to Domi, the warehouse and logistics supervisor at the ShelterBox Operations Philippines office. Read on to hear about his journey with ShelterBox.

The G7 summit 2021 is taking place in our home turf in Cornwall. Read why it’s important for us and the communities affected by climate change.

Small, everyday changes to our daily life can have a positive impact on the fight against climate change. Here are 7 simple ways to be more sustainable.

See how coronavirus has changed our work, and what the impact has been for families who have been displaced by disaster.  

Delivering training is crucial for the success of our projects. See how we’ve conducted remote training this year despite the challenges posed by coronavirus.

This Lent, give something up for charity and raise vital funds for disaster-affected families. Take part in Give a Tent for Lent.

January 2001 and 2010 will be remembered for all the wrong reasons. Read about two of our most important earthquake responses and learn more about earthquakes.

New Year, new you! From setting personal goals and helping families affected by disaster, here’s why you should take up a challenge for ShelterBox this year.

We asked people around the UK how they were feeling about festivities and decorations this year. Find out what we learned.

Inspiration from some of the brilliant aid workers, volunteers and fundraisers supporting ShelterBox through the coronavirus crisis.

Read our interview with Stephen Fry as he shares his favourite reads and favourite characters.

2020 has been a year like no other. Here are five ways to make an impact this Christmas on the lives of families affected by disaster.

As we celebrate our 20th birthday this year, we couldn’t forget our volunteers who dedicate their time and effort to help us make sure families receive emergency shelter after disaster.

In the era of coronavirus, the challenges of transporting aid around the world are greater than ever. See how we get our aid to disaster-affected communities.

As the nights draw in and the world remains changed by coronavirus, there has never been a better time to join an online book club, but why join ours?

Learn more about the coronavirus situation in Paraguay and how we’re helping families to protect themselves.

2020 marks our 20th birthday! Watch these video messages from our President Her Majesty The Queen Consort, the Rotary Club of Helston Lizard, and Holger Knaack, Rotary International President.

We have been supporting families around the world with life-saving aid to help them protect from coronavirus. But we must do more. Read how you can help us in the global fight against coronavirus.

Read inspiring stories from people who have been fundraising for us during lockdown.

How do you get aid to the people who need it without endangering anyone and when most countries are on some kind of lockdown and large gatherings are banned?

How do we check that what we’ve done is effective when you can’t easily go back to ask people because most countries are on lockdown and physical distancing is the new normal?

See how coronavirus is making existing crises worse in the developing world.

This global pandemic is changing all our lives. It’s our duty as humanitarians to help those least able to protect themselves.

And how it’s affecting families living through disaster

Joined by renowned photographer, Sian Davey, and filmmaker Benn Berkley, we documented Mwalija village’s journey of self-recovery in a multi-media project we called ‘Kunyumba’ (meaning ‘home’).

Hear from Mustafa, a photographer for ReliefAid, as he gives us an insight on what it’s really like to be on the ground in Syria.

Climate change is happening at an unprecedented rate. Learn how it’s affecting families.

Hear from ShelterBox CEO – Sanj Srikanthan, who joined in December 2019 as our new chief executive.