Helping Out After Hurricane Harvey

Here on Long Island, we know all too well of the devastation and destruction that major hurricanes, and their aftermath, can cause our families, homes, businesses, and communities. 

The thoughts and prayers of all New Yorkers are with our fellow Americans now coping with the unprecedented and catastrophic flooding caused by Hurricane Harvey. 

The imagery coming out of southeastern Texas is heartbreaking, and although we are thousands of miles away, there are ways to help during this disaster. 

Below you will find contact information and links for just a few:

Donations to the Red Cross for Hurricane Harvey relief efforts can be made:

• Online: redcross.org
• By Calling: 1-800-RED CROSS
• By Texting: the word HARVEY to 90999 to make a $10 donation.

Donations to the Salvation Army for Hurricane Harvey relief efforts can be made:

• Online: helpsalvationarmy.org
• By Calling: 1-800-SAL-ARMY
• By Texting: STORM to 51555

Donations to Americares for Hurricane Harvey relief efforts can be made:

• Online: americares.org
• By Calling: 1-800-486-HELP

Please remember that the Better Business Bureau (BBB) encourages citizens to use caution when donating in order to avoid organizations that are questionable, or that do not have a documented record of providing disaster relief. To obtain more information, prospective donors can contact the BBB Wise Giving Alliance at http://give.org

Any assistance we can provide is essential in times of crisis.  Thank you.