How we help

We help where we are needed. We provide immediate humanitarian aid to people affected by war or natural disasters. In development cooperation, we help people get on their feet and earn a living. We focus on health and social care development, environmental protection and work on systemic change.

Humanitární pomoc

Humanitarian aid

Humanitarian aid is crucial during natural disasters and war conflicts. In crises, we focus primarily on providing basic needs such as food, water and shelter

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Rozvojová spolupráce

Development cooperation

Development cooperation aims to help people get back on their feet and get a source of livelihood. We are also working on systemic changes in healthcare, social services and environmental protection.

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Stories from the field

How Samira from Iraq built a future for her family from her kitchen
August 21, 2025 News

How Samira from Iraq built a future for her family from her kitchen

n the quiet streets of Bartella, Iraq, the smell of freshly baked kleicha and simmering dolma drifts from Samira’s home. At 60 years old, Samira has turned her lifelong love of traditional Iraqi cooking into a thriving home-based business after receiving support from Caritas Czech Republic. But it was not always like this. 

Humanitarian subsidy – Financial assistance for refugees from Ukraine
August 18, 2025 Charita Česká republika

Humanitarian subsidy – Financial assistance for refugees from Ukraine

As a result of the war, many people may suddenly find themselves in a very difficult situation. They lose a stable income and are unable to cover even the most basic needs such as food, hygiene, and shelter. The Czech Republic strives to help people in such circumstances and has therefore introduced the humanitarian subsidy. In the following sections, you will learn who is eligible for this support, the amount provided, how to apply, and where to seek assistance if you need help with the paperwork. 

From dormitories to homes, from aid to hope. Caritas Czech Republic continues to support war-affected Ukraine
August 14, 2025 News

From dormitories to homes, from aid to hope. Caritas Czech Republic continues to support war-affected Ukraine

During the last months, Ukraine has been experiencing the most intense wave of missile and drone attacks since the beginning of the war. The number of civilian casualties continues to rise, and the need for assistance remains immense. Evžen Diviš, regional manager of the Department for humanitarian aid and development cooperation at Caritas Czech Republic, outlines not only the current situation in the country and the impact of specific projects, but also explains why support for Ukraine remains essential.

 

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