While communities across Hawaii excavate the devastation he caused The worst floods to hit the state in more than 20 yearsNonprofit organizations, mutual aid networks and organizations collect donations to support families, farmers and animals affected throughout the state.
Two low-level Kona winter storm systems about a week apart It unleashed floods on soil that was too wet to absorb any more rainwaterIt damaged farmers’ crops, hundreds of homes, several schools and one hospital.
Damage from both storms could exceed $1 billion, according to Hawaii Gov. Josh Green, who has asked President Donald Trump for a major disaster declaration to direct federal resources to recovery efforts.
“These storms have impacted every county in our state and have stretched our emergency response capabilities,” Green said in a statement. “This order aims to provide our communities with the support they need to recover quickly and safely.”
Meanwhile, neighbors and relief groups are rallying to help affected families secure temporary housing, replace food, receive medical care, and remove homes weighed down by debris.
“Many families have been displaced, homes have been damaged, and communities are facing immediate needs,” said Hawaii Council CEO Kuhio Lewis. “The road to recovery starts now, and it can’t wait.”
Below are some groups that accept financial support to help those affected.
Lahoi Foundation He accepts Donations For mutual aid work distributing supplies and financial assistance to North Shore families on Oahu. The group also organizes volunteers to help residents clean up homes and neighborhoods. North Shore-born musician Jack Johnson sent those eager to help the Lahoi Foundation to… Instagram share.
Aloha United Way In Ohio she activated it Community Relief Fund To provide immediate assistance to individuals and families, and to support non-profit organizations working on the front lines. Maui United Way It helps communities on Maui and the smaller neighboring island of Molokai. Hawaii Island United Way is collected Donations To help affected families on the Big Island, supporters are asked to make a note in their donation that they want to support flood relief.
the Hawaii Councila non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of Native Hawaiians, launched Kaku Oahu An initiative to assist residents with housing stability services, financial assistance and other future needs. The council matches up to $200,000 in donations.
the Hawaii Community Foundation It has been activated Strongest Hawaiian Fund To deploy resources across the state for future response, recovery and resilience.
Maui Rapid Response is used funds To provide mutual assistance to disadvantaged communities on Maui and Molokai, including displaced persons and areas temporarily isolated by flooding.
GoFundMe He created a Verified fundraising hub For those affected by the Hawaii floods.
Help Maui rise Also maintains Donation opportunities spreadsheet For people directly affected, they are being screened by community members, according to the organization.
the Hawaii Humane Society The Oahu Foundation responds in flooded areas and provides pet food and supplies to displaced families. They accept Monetary donations And it is updated Amazon Wish List When needs arise. Maui Humane Society He is Fundraising To support remote communities such as Hana, temporarily cut off from aid due to washed out roads, and the island of Molokai.
Hawaii Farmers Union Foundation Fired Hawaii Flood Response Fund To help farmers across the state restore, rebuild and restore Hawaii’s native food system, according to the group. Estimated damage to farms statewide exceeds $15 million so far, according to the Hawaii Department of Agriculture.
Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Hawaii Alliance and Hawaii Home Project It has established mobile health units on Oahu’s North Shore, in collaboration with partners such as Direct reliefWhich helps distribute water purification supplies, antibiotics, insect repellents, tetanus injections, and other necessary medical materials.
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