How to help Massachusetts flash flooding victims: Relief Fund 5

LEOMINSTER, Mass. — Flash flooding left a path of destruction around North Central Massachusetts. Gov. Maura Healey issued a state of emergency following the "catastrophic flash flooding and property damage."The 10 inches of rain that fell over six hours in the Leominster area was a "200-year event," according to National Weather Service meteorologists. Here's how you can help the victims of the flash flooding:Leominster Flood Relief FundLeominster city officials are collaborating with the Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts and United Way of North Central Massachusetts.Your donation will be matched, dollar for dollar, up to $50,000. They have a goal of $100,000 to help the residents facing the flooding crisis.To donate, text FLOODRELIEF to 50155 or click here to donate.You can also stop by the Leominster mayor's office at 25 West Street to donate by cash or check.The Salvation Army FitchburgThe Salvation Army's Emergency Disaster Services team has worked to provide meals to the city of Leominster Housing Authority, hygiene supplies, clean-up kits, and emergency social services. You can donate to their efforts by clicking here.Red Cross Central-Western Massachusetts chapterThe Central-Western Massachusetts Chapter of the American Red Cross serves the city of Leominster as well as all of North Central Massachusetts, as well as a million other people in Berkshire, Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin, Middlesex, and Worcester counties. Click here to donate.Ginny’s Helping Hands and Food PantryFor over 40 years, the mission of Leominster-based Ginny’s Helping Hand has been to reduce hunger and work with others to meet the basic needs of people in community.The group says financial contributions will help them provide free groceries to hundreds of families in the Leominster area who are currently struggling to make ends meet. Click here to donate.