Monday, September 11, 2017
Hurricane Harvey clean-up has barely begun in Houston, and already it has faded from the headlines. Hurricane Irma, Hurricane Maria, the earthquakes in Mexico, South Asia flooding – all compete for our attention and support. And all are worthy.
Here are three tips to guide you as you determine if and how you will help:
- Look to your mission and values to guide you as you explore different aspects of a disaster: impacts on communities of specific interest to your foundation, such as children, immigrants, and older adults; needs in particular sectors, such as health, housing, and education; and issues which emerge from disasters such as inequity, community displacement, and environmental justice.
- Consider supporting immediate needs and long-term recovery. Although the majority of funding is needed for long-term recovery, most funding targets immediate response and relief efforts.
- Prepare for what may happen here. If you have a wide geographic scope, also plan for how you would support communities around the country or internationally. Join us for our October 26 program, Wisdom from the Front Lines: Lessons for Disaster Planning, and check back for disaster planning tips and best practices.
How to Help
Hurricane Maria
Hurricane Irma
- United Philanthropy Forum
- Center for Disaster Philanthropy
- Florida Philanthropic Network
- Southeastern Council of Philanthropy
- Hispanics in Philanthropy (for Puerto Rico, Cuba and Florida)
- Silicon Valley Community Foundation
- International Community Foundation (Barbuda)
Hurricane Harvey
- United Philanthropy Forum
- Center for Disaster Philanthropy
- Philanthropy Southwest
- Hispanics in Philanthropy (Texas)
- Silicon Valley Community Foundation
- Philanthropy Roundtable
Mexico City-Puebla-Morelos Earthquake
Chiapas Earthquake
South Asia flooding
Learn
Wisdom from the Front Lines: Lessons for Disaster Planning | Register >
Date: Thursday, October 26th, 2017 | Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 noon | Location: Northern California Grantmakers