Disaster Relief Resources

SignUp.com is Texas-proud, headquartered in Austin and we've been heartbroken watching the Hurricane Harvey disaster unfold in Houston and the Gulf Coast. We've also been inspired buy the huge local and national response for relief and recovery. From large government and national nonprofits, to local agencies, faith groups, and 'good guys in boats' - we've been (feeling warm and great) by the response and are proud to help in a small way by the many groups organizing volunteers and supplies with our platform.

We'd like to give a special shout to local nonprofits working to help our Houston and Gulf Coast neighbors get back on their feet - please consider these special places where your donation dollar can make a local difference:

Teachers

Donorschoose.org created an outlet to help teachers at damaged schools rebuild their classrooms with materials like books, furniture, classroom supplies, technology, and therapy resources.

https://www.donorschoose.org/hurricane-harvey

Chefs and Cooks

World Central Kitchen is currently looking for volunteers with professional cooking experience to come to Houston to help them prepare meals for evacuees and aid workers.

http://www.foodandwine.com/chefs/cook-for-hurricane-harvey-victims-jose-andres

Military Family Support

Uncover where to get emergency prescription refills and the process for getting a referral requirement waived

http://www.pdhealth.mil/news/blog/managing-aftermath-hurricane-resources-make-difference

Translator Services Needed

Speak more than one language? Offer your help.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeVA-hJ8hkECZhGEifzq0lzyKE0wbL_9_m_tpD5fpPCDq34wg/viewform

Hungry to Help

Just type in the city and check for specific volunteer needs and local service opportunities for that area.

http://justserve.org

Avoid Scams

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/hurricane-harvey-insurance-scams-homeowners/