Hurricane Fiona was the latest tropical cyclone to strike Puerto Rico and several other Caribbean islands, triggering more flooding and mudslides on an island that has seen weather disaster after weather disaster.
(WATCH: Flood Washes Away Home During Fiona)
If you’re looking for ways to help the victims, here are some ideas.
American Red Cross
Help people affected by Hurricane Fiona by visiting redcross.org or calling 800-RED-CROSS. Donations directed toward Hurricane Fiona enable the Red Cross to respond to and help people recover from this disaster. This includes providing food, shelter, relief supplies, emotional support and other assistance. If you have the time, you can make a significant impact as a Red Cross volunteer. Review the most urgently needed volunteer positions at redcross.org/volunteertoday.
Global Giving
This nonprofit is seeking cash in order to raise $1 million for the immediate needs of residents in Puerto Rico and other Caribbean islands affected by Fiona. Donations will be used to provide food, shelter, fuel, clean water and hygiene products.
PRxPR Relief and Rebuild Fund
This fund has been in place since Hurricane Maria devastated Puerto Rico in 2017. Organized by Puerto Rican business leaders in the mainland U.S., they’re asking for monetary donations to help provide aid to victims in the wake of Fiona.
Direct Relief
According to PBS, this group is a key provider of medical supplies for health care providers in Puerto Rico. To help, donate money at DirectRelief.org.
United Nations World Food Programme
This group is in the Dominican Republic providing assistance in areas that desperately need aid in the aftermath of this storm. They’re accepting monetary donations to help feed victims.
GoFundMe
Crowdfunding has become another prominent way to assist those who need help after a storm. For verified fundraisers to help people in Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic, head to their Fiona Relief page.
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