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Raise money for the Emergency Fund.
When an emergency strikes, such as a war or a natural disaster, UNICEF must be prepared to react rapidly. UNICEF has offices all around the world - in 191 countries in fact! - which means that usually we can deliver aid within 48 hours.
Even a small amount of money raised will provide desperately needed supplies to help children at risk:
£2.20 could buy 200 water purification tablets – enough to treat 40,000 litres of water – providing safe water for children.
£4.80 could could provide a large tent – shelter for families who have lost their homes in the disaster.
So what exactly happens?
An emergency could be an earthquake, floods, drought or the outbreak of a war. As soon as UNICEF is alerted of a crisis, specialists assess what is needed in the area, in particular to help any vulnerable women and children. The nearest UNICEF office to the crisis can normally send aid by road and air.
After the initial emergency, UNICEF continues to work in the area to promote long-term rehabilitation and improved conditions for children.
If there is a crisis going on, UNICEF opens a specific appeal for funds to go to that area. But this takes time, so there is also a general Emergency Fund, which allows UNICEF to send emergency supplies and equipment as soon as it happens.
You can help by raising money for UNICEF UK's Emergency Fund.
Every little helps, and you can do anything from holding a cake sale to giving something up or taking part in a sporting event. Take a look at the Raise money section for loads of ideas aswell as a downloadable fundraising pack to help you get started.
Once you've raised the cash, fill in a donation form, and make sure you tick the box for the money to go to the Emergencies Fund.
The money you raise will really make a difference when time is crucial to help save lives.
Play the World Heroes game and find out more about how UNICEF gets aid to emergency conflicts.