Hurricane Ian's water and wind has affected communities throughout Southwest Florida, particularly around Fort Myers and Punta Gorda. They can use volunteers, donations and household goods. Here are agencies involved in relief efforts:
Jose Andrés’ team is on the ground feeding everyone in need.
This foundation has gathered a list of groups helping Southwest Florida and Cuba as well as Hurricane Fiona victims in the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico.
In North Fort Myers, ECHO, is looking for donations and volunteers to help manage downed trees and garden plots. “We try to save all our trees because they're special varieties or food-bearing plants that can't easily be replaced, says Danielle Flood, PR and communications manager. “For the next few weeks, we'll be propping trees backup, clearing debris, anything we can to get back to our mission safely.”
This Miami-based organization is working to provide hurricane disaster relief, and accepts monetary donations, canned goods, toiletries, and more. They are also looking for volunteers to help pack supplies.
Their efforts are fueled by local hands, and they partner with local leaders, organizations, governments, and other stakeholders to bring equitable relief directly to those who need it most.
Feeding Florida’s food banks are on the ground providing food, water and resources to those affected by Hurricane Ian.
Residents in counties affected by Hurricane Ian can get an unlimited match for SNAPp, P-EBT and D-SNAP purchases at Fresh Access Bucks farm-direct outlets through Nov.. 30. The move expands access to healthy food for residents of Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Flagler, Hardee, Highlands, Hillsborough, Lake, Lee, Manatee, Orange, Osceola, Pinellas, Polk, Putnam, Sarasota, Seminole, St. Johns and Volusia counties. For more information, visit here.
CIW’s relief work is providing direct, immediate relief for those most directly affected by Hurricane Ian. Find out how you can help here.
This farm, which took a direct hit from Hurricane Ian, supplies fresh produce to markets on Florida's West coast as well as Urban Oasis Project farmers markets here. Their fall vegetable crops were severly damaged and more than 200 trees were blown down. They were able to save thousands of transplants and have been replanting and reseeding since the morning after the storm. Before the storm, they harvested some squash, and report that a few of the crops survived in the fields. "We are taking it one day at a time, and hope to have as normal a season as possible, under the circumstances," they report. You can donate to help Worden Farm here.
The Keys Weekly has gathered local drives to help affected residents here.
The City of Doral is accepting donations through Oct. 13 for hurricane relief. Drop off non-perishable foods, cereals, water, water purification items, nutrition bars. baby food (no glass), mold remediation supplies, cleaning tools, tents, solar lanterns, flashlights, mosquito repellant, first aid kits, new blankets, sleeping bags, cots, air mattresses, bed linens, rain gear, weather radios, camping stoves, survival kits, hygiene items, feminine care, generators, toys for childrens and new clothes. Dropoff sites are:
Doral Glades Park
7900 NW 98 Pl.
Doral Legacy Park
11400 NW 82 St.
Morgan Levy Park
5300 NW 102 Ave.
For questions, call 305-593-6725, ext 3011.
LOCAL FUNDRAISERS
Norman Love Confections #SWFLStrong Florida Box
To support Hurricane Ian relief efforts, Norman Love Confections has created the #SWFLStrong Florida Box, with 50% of every purchase through early November going to Better Together, a local nonprofit dedicated to serving families and children.The 25-piece specialty Florida Box includes chocolates featuring five flavors of Southwest Florida: Key Lime Pie, Florida Orange, Mango, Lemon and Coconut, as well as a special #SWFLStrong logo chocolate. The Florida Box sells for $58 with 50% going to Better Together. This limited-edition, specialty box can be purchased through early November 2022 in-store or online at NormanLoveConfections.com.
Orange County Animal Service
Orange County Animal Service is a progressive animal-welfare focused organization that provides volunteer, foster care, and community outreach programs geared toward the protection and promotion of pets. Donate here.
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