an organization that provides aid for people in need, esp in disaster areas
Relief agencies increased efforts to provide food and shelter.
Examples of 'relief agency' in a sentence
relief agency
Relief agencies immediately called for cash contributions.
canada.com (2004)
But relief agencies are clearly overwhelmed by the numbers and need.
Houston Chronicle (2002)
Survivors are depending on food from relief agencies and private donors.
The Sun (2006)
Relief agencies have previously had to ship masts in as cargo alongside food and medical supplies.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
Relief agencies were paralysed and thousands of people were left trapped without food, water or law and order.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
Canvas tents and plastic tarpaulins stencilled with the logos of the relief agencies stood among the ruins.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
Although waters have receded in some areas, fresh rains could bring new destruction and a health crisis, making it more difficult for the relief agencies.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
When he left the military in 1999 he built a new career as a security specialist helping relief agencies in conflict zones.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
Relief agencies say the long-term threat to food supplies will be devastating unless more aid gets through in the next few weeks.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
Access to education, healthcare and food has to be provided by the government to the relief agencies.