Puerto Rico Disaster Relief from Hurricanes Irma & Maria

Hurricane Maria landed in Puerto Rico Wednesday morning just a few days after Hurricane Irma and had devastating effects on the island. In this special issue of the Centro Voices e-magazine will focus on:

•       In the News

•       Relief Events

•       Where to Donate

Puerto Rican community leaders and elected officials in the diaspora are calling for a renewed effort to assist Puerto Rico with disaster relief and recovery from Hurricanes Irma and Maria. Many families have lost their homes and need assistance with basic needs.  

In this report we include a list of local events to support Puerto Rico’s disaster relief from hurricanes Irma and Maria and a survey of charities and local initiatives with direct access to the victims of these hurricanes where you can make donations directly. You can help by donating directly to charities in Puerto Rico that are leading the effort to mitigate the unfolding humanitarian crisis, or by attending events and other local initiatives where you can bring monetary or other types of assistance.

As you can see from the listing included in this newsletter, there are plenty of options to get involved. The important thing is to respond to the call to action from our leadership and organizations. Click here to read more...

IN THE NEWS

Puerto Rico Disaster Relief and Recovery from Hurricanes Irma and Maria PR News Brief on the transformation of Puerto Rico's electrical system in wake of Hurricane Maria, and a potential recovery package from Congress...

Hurricane Maria churns through Caribbean as ravaged Puerto Rico takes stock of an 'island destroyed' Search-and-rescue efforts on this storm-ravaged island redoubled Thursday as residents took stock of the devastation left by Hurricane Maria, which continued to plague the U.S. territory in the form of dangerous flash floods...

Hurricane Maria Leaves Puerto Rico Facing Months Without Power Hurricane Maria, the most powerful storm to hit the U.S. territory in almost a century, ravaged the island, demolishing homes and knocking out all electricity. It could take half a year to restore power to the nearly 3.5 million people who live there...

Puertorriqueños en Nueva York recaudarán dinero para la isla Para información adicional sobre las ayudas puede contactar a: puertorriquenos.nuevayork@gmail.com

Hurricane Maria: Photos, video from Puerto Rico show storm's fury A recap of the destruction left by Hurricane María as it passed through the island on Wednesday...

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HURRICANE RELIEF EVENTS

Loíza Hurricane Relief Fundraiser @ Julia de Burgos Art Center, September 21st 6-10pm An evening of live music and art dedicated to raising funds for the families that have been most affected by hurricane Irma and Maria...

Barrio Poetix Hurricane Relief @ La Marqueta, September 26th 5-9 On September 23rd, CCCADI, in partnership with CUNY’s Aaron Davis Hall, will present panel discussions, film screenings, children art villages, and more...

Volunteer Opportunity for US Federal Employees: Surge Capacity Force The Department of Homeland Security is seeking volunteers from across the Federal government to join the Surge Capacity Force, to support communities affected by Hurricanes Harvey and Irma...

Earthquake/Hurricane Relief Hosted by El Grito de Sunset Park Come support the people of Mexico, Puerto Rico and the Caribbean. Saturday, September 23rd 2017 from 2pm-8pm. More info to come...

Hurricane Maria Relief Fund - Los Angeles Fundraiser to raise funds and collect items on behalf of the victims of Hurricane Maria. September 21st, 6-11 PDT...

Puertorriqueños en Nueva York se unen por el Huracán María  Te esperamos para recaudar donaciones y juntos crear soluciones en ayuda a nuestros hermano/as afectados en Puerto Rico...

Hurricane Relief Effort for Puerto Rico and the Caribbean / Ayuda por el huracán para Puerto Rico y el Caribe Vitrual Boricua accepting supplies for another two weeks. There are two drop-off locations, East Harlem and the Bronx.

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WHERE TO DONATE

Where to Donate to Help Puerto Rico with Disaster Relief and Recovery from Hurricanes Irma and María   A list of proven organizations that have direct access to the victims in Puerto Rico...

Oportunidad de voluntariado: Caras de Puerto Rico lanza un portal que pretende servir de herramienta de ayuda Connect Relief es una plataforma virtual que publica data compilada acerca de damnificados luego de un desastre natural para facilitar eficiencia en la coordinación de esfuerzos de ayuda...

Donate / Ayuda Puerto Rico - Acacia Network Hurricane Fund Acacia Network asks you to join us in supporting the people of Puerto Rico, and we will ensure that 100% of ALL donations will go directly to the victims of this hurricane. Your contribution (large or small) is much needed and will make a difference to our familia on the Island...

Maria & Irma: Puerto Rico Real-time Recovery Fund All donations to this fund will exclusively support the victims of the catastrophic Hurricane María and Irma in Puerto Rico and provide relief and aid the communities affected by this disaster...

Puerto Rico Hurricane Relief Fund - Los Angeles Puerto Rican Community A growing coalition of individuals, organizations, and businesses in the greater Los Angeles Puerto Rican community coming together to offer our resources to the victims of the catastrophic Hurricane María and Irma...

Support Frontline Puerto Rican Communities in the Recovery from Hurricane Maria The Hurricane Maria Community Relief & Recovery Fund will be housed at the Center for Popular Democracy (CPD).  One hundred percent of monies raised will be used to support immediate relief, recovery, and equitable rebuilding in Puerto Rico for the communities hit hardest by the storm...

United for Puerto Rico: Together Changing Paths United for Puerto Rico is an initiative brought forth by the First lady of Puerto Rico, Beatriz Rosselló in collaboration with the private sector, with the purpose of providing aid and support to those affected in Puerto Rico by the passage of Hurricane Irma and Hurricane María...

Puerto Rican Bar Association Call To Action To Assist Victims of Hurricane Maria The PRBA encourages our members and colleagues to volunteer to provide legal assistance. Spanish-speaking attorneys are needed, but all are welcomed and appreciated.We are in the process of developing a Hotline for victims in need of legal assistance and will provide more information. For information contact: puertoricanbarny@gmail.com

Puerto Rico Hurricane Relief Network to hold fundraising event Oct 1st The CT Puerto Rican Agenda has joined with other CT based organizations to organize a public event on Sunday October 1st from 12 noon-7pm at 95 Park St, which is the Center For Latino Progress...

Hurricane Maria Recovery: Fundraiser for Friends of Puerto Rico In order to help build Puerto Rico after the passing of hurricane Maria, we're raising funds that will be invested 100% in the Island. Friends of Puerto Rico is a national non-profit organization incorporated in Washington, DC. Our mission is to build the future of Puerto Rico...

Hispanic Federation: Hurricane Relief Fund Hispanic Federation has established a Hurricane Relief Fund to aid those affected by Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico...

Chicago for Mexico & Puerto Rico Relief Fund The National Museum of Mexican Art (NMMA) and the Puerto Rican Arts Alliance (PRAA) have created a relief fund for individuals and other interested parties to provide financial assistance to people affected by the earthquakes in Mexico and Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico...

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