Strategies

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Updated May 2021 Following a disaster, communities are often faced with mental health crises. The loss of homes and belongings,...

All disaster victims and organizations that have been impacted are in need of legal assistance and advice.

Mature adults and people with disabilities are often more vulnerable when disaster strikes.

Animal rescue efforts should be incorporated as appropriate into preparedness strategies for individuals and readiness plans for organizations and communities.

While the robust response from artists and arts organizations is significant and well-documented, these same individuals and nonprofits are also vulnerable to the impact of disasters.

Advance planning and preparation are essential for communities to recover quickly and efficiently.

Communities across the United States have faced a growing number of difficult events. Acts of violence, terrorism, oil spills, rioting, and a water crisis have created many unique needs for philanthropy to fill.

Education and the restoration of education services following a crisis is a critical component of any response plan.

Comprehensive employee disaster assistance programs can benefit both the employee and the organization.

The philanthropic community can have a lasting and deep impact on our environment by protecting, mitigating, and restoring our natural environment and wildlife ecosystems.

Philanthropy has the opportunity to promote smarter building practices that not only help communities recover but improve outcomes around building resiliency in future disasters.

Necessary support for individuals includes temporary shelter, clean water, food, supplies, sanitation, and healthcare.

It is important for philanthropic and nonprofit organizations to make preparations to mitigate loss of life and property, and facilitate effective disaster response.

Product donations from corporations and corporate foundations are extremely valuable, especially when received by those impacted when the need is greatest.