Colombia is beginning to recover from a devastating 7.4-magnitude earthquake that struck the western part of the country on Monday morning, leaving more than 100 people dead and many others injured.The earthquake hit early in the day, with its epicenter near San José del Palmar in the Chocó region, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. Some of the worst damage has been reported in Cali, Pereira, Manizales, and communities throughout Chocó. The shaking was powerful enough to be felt hundreds of miles away in Bogotá and parts of Venezuela.The full extent of the destruction is still unclear. Homes and buildings have collapsed, hospitals and schools have been damaged, and rescue crews are continuing to search affected areas. Thousands of people are also dealing with the immediate aftermath of the disaster as aftershocks continue.Organizations in Colombia and around the world have already begun responding, whether by serving meals, supplying rescue crews, providing medical aid, or helping families who have been displaced. For those looking to support the relief and recovery efforts, here are several places to start:Direct ReliefDirect Relief is working with organizations in Colombia to identify the most urgent medical needs. The nonprofit is prepared to provide medicine and supplies often needed after earthquakes, from antibiotics and wound-care materials to surgical supplies and medical packs for first responders.VISIT THE WEBSITEWorld Central KitchenWorld Central Kitchen is responding alongside local partners to get meals to people in affected communities. Its teams are focusing on areas including Chocó, Cali, Pereira, and Manizales as rescue and relief efforts continue.VISIT THE WEBSITEGlobalGivingGlobalGiving has created a dedicated Colombia Earthquake Relief Fund. Donations will help local organizations provide immediate necessities like medical care, food, clean water, temporary shelter, and hygiene supplies. The fund will also support communities through the longer rebuilding process.VISIT THE WEBSITEAll Hands and HeartsAll Hands and Hearts has a disaster relief team on the ground in Colombia. The organization has been supplying local search-and-rescue crews with equipment, including tools and protective gear, while working with officials and partners to determine where additional help is needed. It is also supporting displaced families with emergency supplies.VISIT THE WEBSITEUNICEFUNICEF is working alongside Colombian authorities as the response develops. The organization specializes in helping children and families during emergencies, including through health and nutrition services, clean water and sanitation, education, and child protection.VISIT THE WEBSITEThe House ProjectThe House Project is raising money to help families affected by the earthquake, with a focus on providing shelter and support to people who have been displaced. The U.S.-based nonprofit is mobilizing assistance for communities in Pereira, Cali, Manizales, Buenaventura, and Chocó.VISIT THE WEBSITEColombia Se LevantaColombia Se Levanta is collecting donations to support families affected by the earthquake.VISIT THE WEBSITE