By The Star Staff
The American Red Cross Puerto Rico Chapter reported on Monday that it has provided financial assistance to more than 500 families affected by fires, floods and other disasters between January and November 2024.
In order to continue offering these services, the organization called for donations during “Giving Tuesday” today.
“The more disasters we have, the more volunteers and resources are mobilized to help affected families,” said Lee Vanessa Feliciano, regional executive of the chapter, in a written statement.
She said the organization has more than 500 volunteers in Puerto Rico, who work in different areas of disaster response. At times they have been mobilized to respond to up to three cases in a single day, she said.
The official emphasized that the climate crisis has caused an increase in disasters such as landslides and floods, which has required greater mobilization of Red Cross staff. In addition, volunteers from the Puerto Rico Chapter have been sent to the mainland United States to collaborate in major emergencies such as hurricanes Helene and Milton, and forest fires.
The organization launched its “Give Something That Means Something” campaign to raise funds and maintain the continuity of its services. People interested in donating can do so through ATH Móvil in the “Donate” section under “CruzRojaPR,” or by credit card at cruzrojapr.net. Donations can also be made by calling 787-758-8150.
Some of the services the Red Cross offered this year included financial assistance to 100 families after the May floods, and the delivery of more than 2,700 hygiene items to veterans at the Veterans Hospital. In addition, the island chapter provided emergency communication services and assistance in critical community cases to members of the armed forces.
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