Disaster Relief - Hurricane Shame

Participate in our hurricane disaster relief event to support affected communities. Volunteers will assist with distributing essential supplies, providing food and water, and offering emotional support. No special skills required, just a willingness to help. Join us in making a meaningful impact and bringing hope to those in need. Sign up now to volunteer.

When

Wednesday, July 17, 2024

8:00 AM CDT

Where

7 Texas Avenue

Houston, TX, USA

Causes

Care Hunger

Organizer Lions Clubs of Aurora Social Service

Questions

What is the purpose of the Disaster Relief - Hurricane Shame event?

The event aims to support communities affected by hurricanes by distributing essential supplies, providing food and water, and offering emotional support. Volunteers will play a crucial role in bringing relief and hope to those in need.

Who is organizing this event?

The event is organized by the Lions Clubs of Aurora.

Where and when will the event take place?

The event will take place at 7 Texas Avenue, Houston, TX, USA, starting on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at 08:00 AM GMT.

Do I need any special skills to volunteer?

No special skills are required to volunteer for this event. All that is needed is a willingness to help those in need.

What is the donation target for this event?

The donation target for the Disaster Relief - Hurricane Shame event is $15,000.

Did you know?

Why this matters

Natural disasters affect an average of 217 million people per year, causing widespread damage and displacement.

Source: united nations office for disaster risk reduction (undrr)

Hurricanes can cause damage worth billions of dollars; for example, Hurricane Harvey caused approximately $125 billion in damage in 2017.

Source: national oceanic and atmospheric administration (noaa)

Volunteering for disaster relief has been shown to improve mental well-being, providing a sense of purpose and community.

Source: mental health foundation

Every $1 spent on disaster preparedness and resilience can save as much as $7 in recovery costs.

Source: federal emergency management agency (fema)

Individuals who volunteer after disasters are more likely to continue volunteering in other capacities, creating a cycle of community engagement and support.

Source: american psychological association (apa)