Ten days since the start of flooding in Pakistan, over 1,200 people are reported dead and 13.8 million people remain in need aid. Among those displaced by the floods in Pakistan 6 million require immediate help according to the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA).

The floods have severely affected all of the provinces of the country and the magnitude of the devastation dwarfs other recent natural disasters. The millions who have been displaced were living at or below the poverty line and whatever little possessions and assets they had have been washed away, and their crops destroyed by the flood. The public infrastructure in the region - including access roads and bridges - have been badly damaged or have collapsed. There is a desperate need for temporary shelter, clean drinking water and toilets to avert a public health catastrophe. People also need basic goods and essential medical care.

Among others CAF India values Acumen Fund's deep commitment to Pakistan, where they have been in operation since 2002. CAF India and Acumen Fund are not directly involved in relief work.

CAF India does not have any partners or validated NGOS working in Pakistan. While many organizations are doing extraordinary work in Pakistan right now, here are four organizations that Acumen Fund recommends

• Rural Support Program Network
  The Rural Support Program Network (RSPN) is a national organization and the largest non-government network of rural development programs in Pakistan. RSPN's partners have worked extensively in disaster relief efforts in Pakistan, including the 2005 Earthquake.
• Kashf Foundation
  Kashf Foundation is one of the largest microfinance organization in Pakistan and an Acumen investee. Kashf will be distributing relief packages to 10,000 households in the most affected areas. Given Kashf Foundation's focus on provide sustainable livelihoods, the next phase of rehabilitation will involve support through access to financial services so that affected households can rebuild their income streams.
• International Rescue Committee
  The International Rescue Committee is responding to the devastating floods in Pakistan. With a robust network of local staff and partners already on the ground, and 30 years of experience working in Pakistan, the IRC is well-positioned to provide shelter, clean water, sanitation, and essential supplies to those who have fled the rising waters.
• The Citizens Foundation (TCF)
  TCF is a non-profit organization set up in 1995 by a group of citizens concerned with the dismal state of education in Pakistan. Although its focus is on education, TCF was actively involved in relief efforts after the earthquake and is once again mobilizing resources to contribute towards the flood relief efforts.

Also visit the CAF international website to show your support and donate towards relief and rehabilitation in Pakistan - http://www.cafonline.org