We hold in prayer all those who have been affected by Hurricane Ian and Hurricane Fiona. As we hold them in prayer, we also invite our community to turn our prayers into action.
Unity on the Bay is making a donation towards Hurricane Ian relief efforts. A portion of all donations received Sunday, Oct. 2nd, will be given to our partner, GEM (Global Empowerment Mission) - the same non-profit we made donations to for their efforts in Ukraine. Now, as we bring our attention to the Gulf Coast of Florida, they are on the ground helping those who are suffering due to the storm.
In addition, we would like to provide our community with the following information on what each of us can do:
Please check the Miami Foundation's list of non-profit organizations they recommend helping. These include those helping Hurricane Ian relief efforts in the Gulf Coast and in Cuba. They also have information on how to help those affected by Hurricane Fiona in the Caribbean.
You can also bring the following items to GEM (Global Empowerment Mission) at 1850 NW 84th Ave Unit 100, Doral, FL 33126. Items needed are:
Non-Perishable Food (Canned goods with peel off tops are ideal)
Cereals
Water
Water Purification items
Mold Remediation Supplies
Cleaning Tools – Squeegees, mops, buckets, etc.
Nutrition Bars
Baby Food (no glass)
Tents
Solar Lanterns
Flashlights
Mosquito Repellant
First Aid Kits
New Blankets
Sleeping Bags
Cots
Air Mattresses
Mattresses (all sizes)
Bed linens (all sizes)
Rain gear
Weather Radios
Camping stoves
Survival Kits
Hygiene items
Feminine Care
Generators
Toys for children (crayons, coloring books, art sets, etc.)
New clothes (with tags)