In this ever-changing climate of disasters, it may be hard to know how you can help, especially when you see disasters happening around the country, or even the globe! But did you know, there is one way to help that is always needed?
Direct financial support to responding voluntary organizations is the best way to assist after a disaster, both in the immediate response and in the long recovery. Find out why—and how you can help in some ongoing current disasters—below.
CASH IS BEST !
Cash allows disaster response organizations to:
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- purchase exactly what is needed when it is needed,
- give back to the local economy to help businesses rebuild, and
- focus more resources on the immediate needs rather than the management of material donations.
So, want to help? Learn about some ongoing disasters and the ways you can help below!
Local & National Events
Flooding in Somerset & Union Counties (NJ) —
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- State and local officials are working in the affected areas to assess needs.
- The American Red Cross and other mass care and human services organizations are working to assist the affected communities.
- There are currently no identified unmet needs or requests for resources.
- We are not accepting material donations at this time. As always, cash donations are best.
- In the event that the situation changes, updates will be shared here.
Financial gifts made to organizations and foundations are collected, managed and disbursed by those entities. NJ Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (NJVOAD), the NJ Office of Emergency Management (NJOEM), and the NJ Governor’s Office of Volunteerism do not promote any one organization over another and do not have any involvement in how funds are managed or disbursed. These organizations have been vetted by NJVOAD, but you are encouraged to visit Guidestar, Charity Navigator, the Better Business Bureau and other watchdog sites to find the best match for you.