Facebook is doing its bit to help encourage more donations for victims of the Nepal earthquake, by promising to match every dollar donated up to $2 million.

The humanitarian move comes as medical units in Nepal, India and Bangladesh issue urgent pleas for help, support and aid.

Facebook has teamed up with charity International Medical Corps (IMC) to offer Facebook users an easy way a donate, using the 'Donate' feature being promoted across the social network's app and desktop site.

The feature is yet another good-will move by the billion dollar corporation, which also enabled Facebook users in affected areas let teir families and friends know that they were safe, using the quick Safety Check tool.

Many are applauding Facebook's efforts to harness the power of social media in a crisis.

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