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.

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

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.

Stories from the field

June 19, 2025 News

Monique from Burundi builds a farm and a new life in Zambia with our support

Monique is a single mother from Burundi who, like many others, fled violence and found refuge in Zambia. Today, in the Meheba refugee settlement, she successfully farms and runs a small business, with help from Caritas Czech Republic.

June 13, 2025 Caritas Czech Republic in Ukraine

Family gives the strength to move on. How Caritas Czech Republic supports war-affected families in Ukraine

Russia's war against Ukraine has separated and made homeless thousands of Ukrainian families, destroying not only their homes but also their hometowns. Victoria and Yevgeniy are a couple from frontline Kharkiv, which has been under massive attack since the first days of the full-scale invasion. The family moved to Transcarpathia to save their minor children. Thanks to the assistance provided by Caritas Czech Republic, the large family was able to restore their income and gain professional development.

June 10, 2025 News

Livay from Zambia teaches his community how to save and manage money better

Livay has become the leader of a so-called savings group, which enables people in remote parts of Zambia to save money collectively and later access a bank loan. First, Livay learned how to manage his finances through our training. After that, he started sharing his newly acquired knowledge with dozens of people in his community. The saved up money significantly helps people in Zambia on their journey towards a more fulfilling life.

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Monique from Burundi builds a farm and a new life in Zambia with our support

Family gives the strength to move on. How Caritas Czech Republic supports war-affected families in Ukraine

Livay from Zambia teaches his community how to save and manage money better

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