Hurricane Melissa Disaster Relief: How You Can Help from the UK

In the wake of Hurricane Melissa, communities across Jamaica have been left devastated, with homes, schools, and essential infrastructure severely affected. The Jamaican High Commission in London, in partnership with the Office of Disaster Preparedness & Emergency Management (ODPEM), has launched a coordinated Disaster Relief Donation Drive to support recovery efforts on the ground.

Donations are now being accepted across London, the South East, the Midlands, and the North — but only new itemslisted on ODPEM’s official Needs List will be accepted. (Scan the QR code provided by ODPEM to check what’s needed most, typically items like non-perishable food, baby supplies, hygiene products, medical kits, and bedding.)

Below are the official drop-off locations and times for anyone wishing to contribute:

📍 London and the South East

1. JP Logistics Solutions
14 Lamson Road, Rainham, Essex, RM13 9YY
🕘 Mondays to Fridays, 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
📞 020 7476 0154 (Please call ahead)

2. Kingsley Shipping Services Ltd.
Unit 3, 214 Purley Way, Croydon, CR0 4XG
🕙 Mondays to Fridays, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
📞 020 8689 6622

3. Croydon BME Forum & Windrush Generation Legacy Association
56A Mitcham Road, Croydon, CR0 3RG
🕘 Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
📞 020 8684 3719

4. Sudbury Methodist Church
809 Harrow Road, Wembley, HA0 2LP
🕕 Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
🕚 Thursdays & Fridays, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
📞 0795 664 6093

📍 The Midlands and the North

1. JLB Shipping & Logistics Ltd.
Unit G, Sam’s Lane, Spon Lane Trading Estate, 215–217 Sam’s Lane, West Bromwich, B70 7EX
🕙 Mondays to Fridays, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
🕘 Saturdays (Nov 1st, 8th & 15th), 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
📞 0121 661 6525 / 0121 525 5881 (Please call ahead)

2. Cleone Foods Ltd.
50 Icknield Street, Birmingham, B18 5AY
🕘 Mondays to Fridays, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
📞 0121 551 2772

3. The Legacy Centre of Excellence
144 Potters Lane, Birmingham, B6 4UU
🕙 Mondays to Fridays, 10:00 a.m. onwards
📞 0121 448 8910

Every item donated brings relief to families rebuilding their lives after this disaster. Whether it’s basic toiletries, children’s essentials, or food supplies, your contribution will make a tangible difference to those most in need.

To ensure efficiency and safety, please donate only new items included on ODPEM’s official Needs List.

Let’s come together as a community across cities and backgrounds — to support Jamaica in this time of need.

For updates and the full Needs List, visit the Jamaican High Commission London website.