How to Send Supplies for Communities in Distress After Natural Disasters
Items needed in the short term and long term aftermath of a disaster. This information comes from our teams collaboration after 15 major disaster responses over the past 3 years. The items needed change as disasters progress away from the event. Always consider the environment when purchasing items and look for bio friendly items where possible. You are sending supplies into various culturally sensitive and geographically damaged areas where trash pickup does not exist. If you have comments about these items PLEASE email us. Help@GoCajunNavy.org.
Evacuation (Lasts Hours – 1 Day Pre Disaster)
- Baby Formula
- Personal Hygene Items
- Clothing
- Personal Storage, Totes, Suitcases
- Hot Meals
- Medications
- TIP: Review HOW to Apply for FEMA Assistance Should it Be Needed
Shelter (Lasts 1-7 Days Post Disaster)
- Water
- Ice
- Fuel
- Non-Perishable Foods
- Alternative Power Banks, Battery Packs
- Medications
Post Shelter/Cleanup (Lasts 7 Days – Months Post Disaster)
- Contractor Bags
- Totes, Storage
- First Aid Kits
- Gloves
- Tools
- Cleaning Supplies
- Hand Sanitizers
- Bug Spray
- Sunscreen
- Hot Plates
- Box Dinner Mixes
- Pack n Play
- Camping Gear, Chairs, Tents, Canopy’s, Tables
- Disposable Plates and Utensils
- Personal Hygiene Products
- Ice Chests
- Crockpots
- Microwaves
- Mini-Fridges
