Food for the Hungry Bolivia’s humanitarian response to forest fires seeks to protect the lives, health, and livelihoods of families affected by emergencies. Through coordinated actions with local governments, partner organizations, and community leaders, timely assistance is provided to address immediate needs and support community recovery processes.
- Provides food assistance to families affected by forest fires.
- Provides health and hygiene supplies to reduce risks associated with smoke exposure and emergency conditions.
- Strengthens response capacity by providing tools and equipment for emergency brigades and volunteers.
- Supports livelihood recovery through the distribution of seeds and productive inputs.
- Promotes coordination among communities, local authorities, and humanitarian actors to ensure a timely and effective response.
12K+
people reached through forest fire response actions.
5K+
families assisted with humanitarian aid.
Intervention in 11 municipalities in Pando, northern La Paz, and Chiquitanía.
Coordination with municipal governments, community leaders, FAO, and the Humanitarian Country Team.
Support for fire brigades and volunteers to strengthen on-the-ground response.
Beneficiary Population
Families affected by forest fires.
Rural and Indigenous communities facing loss of livelihoods.
Firefighters and volunteers who participated in emergency response efforts.
Type of Assistance Provided
Food Security
- Distribution of food kits and emergency rations.
- Delivery of seeds for the recovery of crops and livelihoods.
Health and Hygiene
- Distribution of protective masks.
- Delivery of artificial tears and health supplies.