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Support the San Diego Flood Recovery Fund Your donation assists San Diegans affected by the January 22, 2024 floods with long-term recovery. Long-Term Recovery In partnership with the County of San Diego Office of Emergency Services, the San Diego Flood Recovery Fund assists San Diegans affected by the January 22, 2024 floods with long-term recovery. Funds will be used to assist with home repairs, unmet needs, and program operation costs, providing temporary housing for those whose homes are uninhabitable. The money raised will be given to San Diego Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters (VOAD) which has been actively supporting flood survivors since early February 2024. To date, VOAD’s efforts have restored hundreds of homes to be safe and habitable. For questions about the San Diego County Flood Recovery Fund, please contact Valerie Brown, Chair, Volunteer Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD), San Diego at admin@communityrecoveryteam.org.

When disaster strikes, your company can make an impact with your charitable dollars. We make it easy to establish a corporate disaster relief fund, so your company can be prepared to give back in times of disaster. Learn more about how we help companies with their disaster relief efforts. https://lnkd.in/gsWtdtDq

Before you head into the long weekend, PLEASE GIVE to the Derecho Recovery Fund to support our neighbors recover: https://lnkd.in/gUkvdz2Z More than a million of us were recently impacted by power outages caused by rain, flooding, straight-line (derecho) winds, and tornadoes between April 26 - May 17. The long-lasting and material impact of this disaster is narrow, but deep. As of May 22, 2024, the Texas Department of Emergency Management iSTAT damage assessment indicates that there have been 836 validated homes impacted by this disaster, of which 336 were major/destroyed, 244 minor and 255 affected across Harris, Montgomery, Waller, Counties. In addition, United Way of Greater Houston's 2-1-1 call center has received 9,392 calls from April 26 - May 21, with food pantries/feeding centers, shelters, FEMA assistance, and disaster related cash grants as the primary services requested. The Connective Needs Assessment survey has received 656 reports of need related to the disaster, with reports of 318 homes damaged and primary needs for food and water, utilities, and financial assistance. In addition, 59,609 FEMA registrations have been validated for Harris County alone. Emergency management officials report that the numbers are rising daily and have not yet plateaued. We know so many families live on the financial edge in Houston. The Derecho Fund will support disaster recovery for uninsured or underinsured low-to-moderate income families in the City of Houston and Harris, Montgomery, and Waller Counties, focused on disproportionately impacted zip codes and vulnerable populations. The Fund will complement efforts by FEMA, SBA and others by providing funds to local nonprofits to provide emergency financial assistance, home repair, and resource navigation services to support impacted families access public and private resources available to support recovery. Thank you to our incredible Disaster Recovery Council: Bob Harvey, Donna Sims Wilson, Patra Brannon-Isaac, Todd Denton, Mike Kolby, Y. Ping Sun, and Tony Torres. Thank you to the lead sponsors that made the Disaster Alliance happen - Enbridge and Phillips 66 - especially Regan Kasman and Courtney Meadows for being such champions. We wouldn't be this ready without you! And HUGE appreciation for our incredible Disaster Alliance team that has pulled together around the clock to launch: Stephen Maislin, Amanda McMillian, Mary Vazquez, Sara Martinez, Brooke Campbell, CNP, CVA, Dr. Angel Harris, Kevin Pickett, Rachel Young, MBA, Henry Adaso, Nadia Valliani, Jessica Davison, Chelsea Cheung, Jaideep Hebbar, Mike Pawson and so many others who are supporting, activating, championing to serve our community including our colleagues at Harris County Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Management and City of Houston Office of Emergency Management who are working alongside us to activate and launch!

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The Greater Houston Disaster Alliance has established the Severe Weather and Derecho Recovery Fund to support individuals and families affected by the severe storms, derecho winds, tornadoes, and flooding events that occurred between April 26 and May 17, 2024. Donate here: https://lnkd.in/gfFH-y_a On May 18, 2024, President Joe Biden approved a Major Disaster Declaration for these combined events impacting multiple counties, including Harris and Montgomery counties, making federal assistance available to support local recovery efforts. The Fund will complement these efforts by providing funds to local nonprofits to provide emergency financial assistance, home repair, and assistance accessing resources services. The Severe Weather and Derecho Recovery Fund will serve uninsured and underinsured low-to-moderate income families (ALICE population) in the affected counties of Harris, Montgomery, and Waller, focusing on disproportionately impacted zip codes and vulnerable populations.

More Rain to Hit San Diego Tomorrow -- Access recommended funds, organizations, and resources here ⚠ Governor Newsom has declared a State of Emergency for San Diego County due to the recent winter storms and subsequent flooding. Another wave of record-setting rainstorms is arriving this Thursday and is again expected to have a severe impact on some of San Diego’s most marginalized communities. As part of the Philanthropy California alliance, Catalyst will continue monitoring, vetting, and sharing funds to the Philanthropy California 2024 California Disaster Response resources page (https://lnkd.in/gYiW5mRQ). We focus specifically on elevating funds that support nonprofits active in place-based relief and recovery efforts, particularly in communities facing structural inequities. Recommended funds, organizations, and resources from San Diego County-serving organizations include: 🔹 San Diego Foundation has activated its Flood Response Fund to rapidly deploy flexible resources into the community and make emergency grants to nonprofits engaged in disaster response/relief and matching donations up to $100,000. 🔹The City of San Diego’s Business Emergency Response & Resilience Grant program will provide up to $2,500 per business (and up to $5,000 for businesses/nonprofits in Promise Zone & Low-Moderate Income Census tract areas) impacted by flooding. https://lnkd.in/gd9m5t6S 🔹County of San Diego is collecting voluntary damage information, which will be used to determine if the County should request state and/or federal assistance. (This form is not a guarantee of disaster relief assistance, nor a substitution for submitting insurance claims). https://lnkd.in/g-aNq7ZK 🔹Jackie Robinson Family YMCA's Community Hub coordinates volunteers to clean up flood-damaged areas, offers showers for displaced people, and distributes essential items. They are collecting blankets, jackets, socks, towels, hygiene products, and more. https://lnkd.in/g-S5mKEd 🔹The County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce is providing grants and technical assistance to small businesses impacted by the flooding. https://lnkd.in/dYUEnyM 🔹Legal Aid Society of San Diego created the resource, “Flood Related Damage to Residential Rental Housing: What Tenants and Landlords Need to Know.” They also provide legal services to low-income and vulnerable individuals and families. https://lnkd.in/gTAYnKnU As the San Diego community grapples with these challenges, there is an urgent need for support to aid in recovery efforts and assist those affected by the ongoing flooding. Your support is instrumental in providing assistance to those impacted – thank you for considering these resources. #philanthropy #disasterresponse #sandiego #sandiegofloods #donations #philanthropyca

This database reflect the efforts of The Pew Charitable Trusts to promote the use of nature-based solutions by state and local governments to help fortify communities in the face of more frequent and severe disasters. Nature-based solutions are interventions that use natural processes and ecosystem services—ecological processes or functions that have value to people—to build resilience to floods, wildfires, droughts, and extreme heat. https://ow.ly/hBZu50SCy1M

🌪️ In the wake of natural disasters, the path to recovery and rebuilding can be overwhelming for affected communities. At Unified Public Advocacy Non-profit Organization, we understand the critical role that Natural Disaster Adjusters play in this journey. Our team of dedicated professionals works tirelessly to assess damages, expedite claims, and ensure that individuals and families receive the support they need to rebuild their lives. 🏡🌀 Natural disasters may be unpredictable, but the resilience of the human spirit is a certainty. With the expertise and compassion of our adjusters, we bridge the gap between despair and hope, transforming the daunting task of recovery into manageable steps towards renewal. 💪❤️ Our commitment extends beyond the immediate aftermath; we advocate for fair and just recovery processes, ensuring that every voice is heard, and every claim is addressed with the dignity it deserves. 🗣️👥 In times of need, remember, you are not alone. Unified Public Advocacy Non-profit Organization stands with you, offering expertise, empathy, and unwavering support. Together, we rebuild stronger, more resilient communities. 🌍💖 For assistance, guidance, or to learn how you can contribute to our mission, reach out to us at 18559443473 or visit our website at upaclaim.org. #NaturalDisasterAdjusters #DisasterRecovery #CommunityResilience #UnifiedPublicAdvocacy #RebuildingTogether #AdjustersForChange

As the largest natural disaster in Hawaii’s history, the devastating wildfires have claimed the lives of at least 96 people, forced more than 11,000 to evacuate, and left communities in despair. The need for immediate and sustained support has never been greater, and we created a quick guide on how your business can get involved in the relief efforts. 🤝 Get actionable tactics for supporting organizations like Aloha United Way, Maui Food Bank, Hawaii Community Foundation, and Maui United Way. By supporting these nonprofits, you will help contribute to emergency relief and rebuilding efforts. 🌺 Learn how you can take action now: https://bit.ly/3QEkzTQ #HawaiiReliefEfforts #HawaiiWildfires

Disaster recovery is as nuanced as it is costly, especially in a region like Greater Houston. Unfortunately, recent storms are unlikely to be the end of our challenges. As we all contribute to help our neighbors rebuild and recover from devastating floods and winds, we must also focus on creating resiliency and bolstering our region for future disasters. The Severe Weather and Derecho Fund run by the Greater Houston Disaster Alliance, a partnership between United Way of Greater Houston and Greater Houston Community Foundation, supports immediate recovery for Greater Houston's most financially vulnerable populations, while also helping to prepare them for future disasters. ~75% of funds will support long-term recovery efforts, including home repair and resource navigation, and ~25% will support immediate relief through emergency flexible financial assistance. Before you start your long weekend, I encourage you to learn more about the fund and consider making a donation to support our neighbors. Support recovery: https://lnkd.in/gTEFEQmX #DerechoRecovery