Ebola Match: Paul G. Allen Family Foundation

The Paul G. Allen Family Foundation is matching all gifts to tackle Ebola in Liberia. Gifts will help prevent the spread of the virus among caretakers and family members. The Paul G. Allen Family Foundation has generously committed to double all gifts up to $3.6 million.

Stop the Spread of Ebola in Liberia

To help prevent Ebola's further spread, UNICEF is working to distribute essential medicine and reach millions with vital disease prevention information.

 

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