The East Coast is slowly but surely pulling itself out of the soggy mess leftover by Sandy, but with billions of dollars in damage the efforts will be marathon, not a sprint. New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut felt the brunt of Sandy’s powerful surge, which has closed down public transportation, businesses, and schools.
Sandy has left more than 8 million people without power across 17 states, and caused the death of 50 people in the U.S., a number which is expected to rise in the coming days.
On Tuesday (Oct. 30), President Obama signed documents declaring disaster areas for New York and New Jersey, and is visiting the region to survey the damage, but there is more work to be done. Even with the assistance of FEMA, residents could use support from the public, and for those with the ability to help out, this natural disaster marks a time where volunteerism will be greatly appreciated.
HipHopWired has compiled a list of some ways that you can help out. Click below to take a look at volunteering, and donation options.
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The Red Cross is seeking help in shelters throughout the region. For those looking to help in the New York area volunteers must be over the age of 16, lift and carry 30-40 lbs., open to 12-hour shifts from Wednesday (Oct. 31) to Friday (Nov. 2), be available to potentially be deployed to a shelter location outside of New York City, and stay for up to 72 hours.
Click here for more information.
Donations can also be made to the organization remotely, by texting REDCROSS to 90999, or by visiting www.redcross.org
The Food Bank For New York City— The organization needs food donations, and offers a “Food Program Locator” on its website. Remote donations can be made by texting FBNYC to 50555.
The Salvation Army—Those looking to donate can visit www.SalvationArmyUSA.org, or call 1-800-SAL-ARMY (1-800-725-2769).
$10 Donations can also be sent by texting “STORM” to 80888.
Americares— The organization is preparing emergency kits for families affected by Sandy. Click here to send a gift to the U.S. Disaster Relief Fund.
Delaware County is in need of volunteers willing to assist at emergency shelters. Those able to work 12-hour shifts, can register at www.serv.pa.gov. Volunteers must bring a “go-kits” with a change of clothes, snacks, gloves, water, and other necessities, and will be needed as early as 8 a.m.
