Frequently Asked Questions about DONARE

DONARE is a humanitarian information platform that helps people respond to global crises. It does not collect or distribute money directly, but rather connects individuals with reliable information and trustworthy relief organizations.

Anyone interested in humanitarian issues: concerned citizens, students, volunteers, policymakers, journalists, aid workers, and researchers. Its resources are designed for both newcomers and experts.

Yes. DONARE requires no registration and is free of commercial advertisements. It is an open-access resource for the public, aid workers, journalists, researchers, and policymakers.

No, DONARE is neither a charity nor an NGO, nor a donation platform. It is a nonprofit, volunteer-run information hub that guides people toward meaningful and responsible ways to help.

No, DONARE does not solicit donations for humanitarian causes. Its role is to connect you with organizations that do the work on the ground.

No, DONARE does not provide grants or funding for projects. As a volunteer-driven information platform, its role is to highlight humanitarian needs and connect people with established organizations that deliver aid.

DONARE acts as a gateway by providing information about reputable organizations, their work, and ways to support them.

Generally speaking, yes. DONARE highlights reputable organizations with strong track records in humanitarian aid. It also provides tips to help users evaluate organizations before donating. Ultimately, the decision is yours. Make up your own mind.

Currently, DONARE is not affiliated with any international intergovernmental or non-governmental humanitarian organizations. Nevertheless, the project supports these organizations and their valuable work of saving the lives of millions of people worldwide.

No, but it is non-profit and volunteer-run.

The short answer is to give, to donate, and it comes from Latin. If you are interested in a more detailed answer, take a look here: Donare: Meaning and origin

DONARE's mission is to stand by the world's most vulnerable people by providing crucial background information on humanitarian work, aid organizations, and ongoing emergencies.
 

DONARE is managed entirely by volunteers. The platform has no ties to governments, corporations, or political groups, ensuring its work remains independent and focused on humanitarian principles.

Unlike mainstream media, DONARE prioritizes underreported and neglected crises. It doesn't chase headlines or audience-driven agendas. DONARE's content is fact-based and ethical, and is designed to empower action rather than simply inform.

Although the platform has a global focus and is intended for a worldwide audience, DONARE particularly targets visitors from the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Switzerland, Germany, and other European Union countries, encouraging them to support urgent humanitarian action worldwide.

DONARE focuses on human-made crises, such as wars, conflicts, persecution, human rights violations, and mass displacement, but also covers major natural disasters, including earthquakes, floods, droughts, and extreme weather events linked to climate change.

No, a key part of its mission is to highlight neglected crises that receive little to no media attention, yet still threaten large populations with death, hunger, disease, displacement, or violence.

Although DONARE is not a humanitarian agency or provider of emergency relief, it aligns with the four core humanitarian principles recognized by the United Nations, the Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement, and the larger humanitarian community: humanity, neutrality, independence, and impartiality.

In addition to the four core humanitarian principles, transparency, credible sourcing, responsible giving, and empowerment are other guiding principles.

DONARE makes its mission and role clear. It does not fundraise directly, deliver aid, or profit from its work. Its sole function is to provide accurate, trusted information.

There is already too much misinformation in the world. Misleading information can exacerbate crises, while accurate information can save lives. DONARE relies on thorough research and respected humanitarian sources — such as the UN Secretariat, UN agencies, international NGOs, and professional bodies— to ensure the reliability and accuracy of its content.

DONARE educates users on how to verify the credentials, impact, and accountability of organizations before donating, which helps reduce the risk of fraud or misuse of funds.

Content is updated regularly as crises evolve, with new briefings, background resources, and news reports added to reflect the latest humanitarian developments.

Link to DONARE and its coverage. Cite its insights in your own content. Let others know about the platform as a valuable, curated resource.

• Donations: Contribute money to reputable humanitarian organizations.
• Awareness: Raise awareness, stay informed and encourage others.
• Advocacy: Advocate for policy changes and for stronger government and institutional responses.
• Fundraising: Organize events and campaigns to raise funds.
• Volunteering: Offer time and skills to aid organizations.
• More ways to help

The Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) section provides curated answers to some of the most common questions related to humanitarian action. It is intended as a reference tool, offering concise explanations of key concepts, principles, and practices that regularly feature in the coverage of DONARE.