Raising £10,000 for the Hurricane Melissa Emergency Appeal
Raising £10,000 for the Hurricane Melissa Emergency Appeal
Following the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa, urgent support is needed to help Jamaican families access essential aid. A £10,000 fundraising appeal has been launched to cover the critical logistics that enable relief to reach those affected including barrels, storage supplies, transport, and volunteer support.
While communities across the UK have donated an extraordinary volume of food, hygiene items, baby supplies, and emergency goods, funding is now required to organise, store, and transport these donations efficiently. The appeal is focused not on purchasing goods, but on moving existing aid quickly and safely to Jamaica.
What the Appeal Will Fund
All funds raised will directly support the operational costs that keep the relief effort moving:
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Barrels and packing materials
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Storage and handling supplies
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Transport between UK hubs
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Volunteer support and essential equipment
These vital costs ensure that donated supplies can be consolidated, shipped, and distributed without delay.
Community-Led, Volunteer-Powered
The relief effort is driven by dedicated volunteers working long hours to sort, pack, and prepare aid for shipment. Their commitment is central to the success of the operation, and financial support ensures their efforts translate into real-world relief for families on the ground in Jamaica.
Small donations help close urgent funding gaps, while larger contributions accelerate shipments and strengthen the overall response. Corporate and community support can play a transformative role in ensuring aid reaches those most affected.
This appeal represents a collective effort to turn generosity into action and compassion into impact. By supporting the Hurricane Melissa Emergency Appeal, donors help bridge the gap between devastation and recovery for communities across Jamaica.