Support relief efforts for Cyclone Debbie
When a disaster hits, Australians are incredibly generous. Here’s how you can support those in the aftermath of Cyclone Debbie.
Chipping-in to give others a fair go and supporting one another when we need it the most, is what we do best.
Australians were responsible for millions of dollar in relief after the 2004 Boxing Day Tsunami, 2010 Haiti Earthquake and the 2015 Nepalese Earthquake. We also give generously with each flood and fire that hits our shores – shaping the lives of our friends and family.
When looking at how you can make a difference in the emergency response and aftermath of Cyclone Debbie, consider showing your generosity with cash donations, rather than goods.
Australia Council for International Development (ACFID) has asked that in the case of international crisis, cash donations be offered to speed the process of relief and recovery efforts.
Even when a crisis hits locally, donated goods not only involve transportation fees, but require assessment, cataloguing, storage and distribution – where often the associated costs far exceed the product’s value.
Here are active charities to support who are providing important relief for affected communities:
Australian Red Cross
Red Cross teams have been helping at cyclone shelters and will continue to work in affected areas. We know recovering from an event like this will take time. In the coming days and weeks, trained Red Cross people will be going door to door in affected areas, checking on well being and offering help where they can.
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FRRR
Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal (FRRR) Cyclone Debbie Recovery Fund will provide grants to communities to help address community needs, which emerge up to 12 to 18 months after a disaster. These grants often support communities in the way of rebuilding local halls, meeting places, play grounds and gardens. In essence, they fund local solutions to recovery.
Rural Aid
Farmers in Queensland and Northern NSW need our help to keep their cattle alive after the impact of flooding from Cyclone Debbie. Rural Aid is providing direct support to farmers and their cattle through the floods.
Salvation Army
The Salvation Army Emergency Services teams are committed to supporting Queensland Fire and Emergency Services crews. Their teams will also assist the community through the aftermath as needed.
St Vincent De Paul Society
Vinnies is assisting families who have been affected by Cyclone Debbie and will continue this support long after the emergency response to get families and the community through the tough times. A $30 donation provides a meal pack for a family without food. $100 can restock a pantry. $400 may help a family purchase beds and mattresses.
UnitingCare Community
Funds donated will be used to connect people in the community to the services and resources they need to get back on their feet.
If your company offers workplace giving, you can donate to these organisations pre-tax through Good2Give’s online Workplace Giving Platform. Find others that join the relief efforts using the search term: Debbie.
