Dear Members,

In light of the devastation caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, the Associates of the American Foreign Service Worldwide (AAFSW) extend our heartfelt concern and pledge to support all those affected. We recognize that many members and retirees of the foreign affairs community have relocated to the Carolinas and Florida, and we are committed to assisting during these challenging times.

Donation Opportunities:

American Red Cross

Donate to Hurricanes Milton and Helene Relief | American Red Cross

Charity Navigator curated a list of highly-rated organizations providing relief and recovery to those impacted by Hurricane Milton.

Hurricane Milton | Charity Navigator

Hurricane Helene | Charity Navigator

Catholic Charities USA launched a relief fund for those impacted by Hurricane Milton. You can donate on their donation page.

Working to Reduce Poverty in America - Catholic Charities USA

Volunteering Opportunities:

All Hands and Hearts staged teams in Georgia and are prepared to respond to Milton's impact. You can apply to volunteer here.

All Hands and Hearts | Volunteer-Powered Disaster Relief

The National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (NVOAD) website allows you to find trusted organizations that need volunteers.

Homepage | VOAD (nvoad.org)

1. Storm Support Numbers:
   • American Red Cross: 1-800-RED CROSS (800-733-2767)
   • Disaster Distress Helpline: 1-800-985-5990
   • Shelters, Food Assistance, Welfare Checks: 1-888-892-1162 or 211
   • Federal Employees’ Emergency Leave Transfer Program
2. Disaster Assistance:
   • FEMA: Get Assistance After a Disaster
   • FEMA Housing Assistance
3. Ways to Help / Hurricane Assistance / Carolinas
   • Monetary Assistance:
   • • NC Disaster Relief Fund, 20312 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-0312
     • NC Disaster Relief Fund, c/o United Way of NC, 1130 Kildaire Farm Road, Suite 100, Cary, NC 27511
     • Food Banks of the Carolinas
   • Other Ways to Donate or Volunteer:
   • • Volunteer NC Disaster Volunteer Opportunities
     • Feeding Assistance
     • Donate to a VOAD
     • NC 2-1-1 Volunteer List

We encourage our members to support these efforts and extend a helping hand to those in need. Your contributions, whether through donations or volunteer work, can make a significant difference in the lives of those affected by these unfortunate circumstances.

Thank you for your continued support and dedication to our community.

Warm regards,

Celine Ford

The Board of Directors and Our Team.