ATTN: Disaster Relief Fund - Hurricane Helene
Sana Saeed
Hello Friends!
With the heartbreaking devastation from Hurricane Helene many of us are wondering how we can help.
You may have seen the CER blog post earlier this week about how our Disaster Relief Fund was low. Since then, donations have been pouring in, but the need is still great.
Our UUA staff has been focusing on communicating with impacted congregations and communities this week and will continue to do so.
Here are some direct links if you would like to give, and instructions on how your congregation can use your special collection to benefit the fund.
How can people give?
Individuals can:
- Contribute online using this link. https://www.uua.org/giving/disaster-relief.
- Mail checks to UUA, 24 Farnsworth Street, Boston, MA 02210. ATTN: Gift Processing. Donors should note the DRF in the memo line of their check.
- Text-to-give by texting DISASTER to 51555
- Initiate a gift of securities by contacting Gift Processing Manager Tom Klein at tkl...@uua.org.
How can congregations give?
- Congregational collections are a critical source of support for the DRF. Please direct colleagues and constituents to this page for all the resources they need: https://www.uua.org/giving/areas-support/funds/disaster-response/disaster-relief-fund-collections
- Congregations that elect not to hold a special collection can add an announcement in printed orders of service and electronic newsletters, including giving links or text-to-give instructions.
- Text DISASTER to 51555.
- Give online at https://www.uua.org/giving/disaster-relief
How can a congregation (or UU entity) apply for a Disaster Relief Grant?
- Congregations and other UU entities may apply here: https://www.uua.org/finance/grants/disaster-relief-grants
We are indeed a generous people. Thank you for your help!
In faith and service,
Carter School for Peace and Conflict Resolution, GMU - M.S.