The earthquakes that killed more then 9,000 people in April. One year later, Direct Relief remains committed to supporting the people of Nepal as they rebuild their lives. For an overview of Direct Relief’s activities in response to the Nepal Earthquake, including its use of donated funds, please continue reading.Direct Relief recognizes that the generous supporters who made financial contributions following the earthquakes in Nepal did so with the express intent that their contributions benefit people in Nepal. In accepting funds for Nepal, Direct Relief understands that both those who contributed and the Nepali people — for whose benefit the contributions were made — deserve to know, in detail, how Direct Relief is using these funds.