When disaster strikes, people come together to help. To make the most of your contributions, consider these tips for donating and volunteering responsibly view the FEMA website.
- Tips for successful support to disaster relief operations and donations:
- How to Donate Successfully:
- Provide a financial contribution to a voluntary organization involved in disaster activities.
- Find out what services state government is providing via Website or state donations hotline.
- Do not begin collecting, packing or shipping until or unless you have a known recipient to accept it.
- Tips for Volunteering during disaster recovery:
- How to Volunteer Successfully:
- Get training before the next disaster.
- Connect and affiliate with a voluntary organization.
- Consider volunteering for the long-term community recovery.
- Check with your local Volunteer Center for volunteer opportunities in your own community ( 1-800-Volunteer).
- Plan to be as self-sufficient as possible (go to www.ready.gov for assistance in developing your plan).