In the wake of Hurricane Helene, the communities of Tampa and Clearwater are working hard to recover and rebuild. There are many ways you can lend a hand to help those impacted by the storm, whether it’s volunteering your time, donating resources, or supporting local businesses.
Here’s how you can get involved:
Join Feeding Tampa Bay’s Emergency Response Volunteer Team
Feeding Tampa Bay works directly with local emergency operations centers to distribute food, hygiene products, and water to those in need. Whether you can volunteer your time or make a donation, you can be part of their critical response efforts. Visit Feeding Tampa Bay Disaster Response to sign up or donate.
Support Rebuilding Together Tampa Bay
Rebuilding Together is focused on immediate and long-term recovery efforts. They’ve been on the ground helping cover homes with tarps and assembling hurricane relief kits. If you’re looking for a way to roll up your sleeves and help, or if you’d like to donate, visit Rebuilding Together Tampa Bay.
Volunteer with World Central Kitchen
Chef José Andrés’ nonprofit, World Central Kitchen, is known for mobilizing quickly after disasters, providing meals to communities in need. They’re serving free meals across Florida. You can volunteer to help prepare meals or donate to their cause by visiting World Central Kitchen.
Lend a Hand to Operation BBQ Relief
Operation BBQ Relief sets up mobile kitchens to provide hot meals to first responders and those affected by natural disasters. They’re currently serving meals around the St. Petersburg area. You can get involved by volunteering or donating at Operation BBQ Relief.
Donate to Local Organizations
Many organizations are actively providing relief to the Tampa Bay community:
- 211 Tampa Bay Cares connects people to essential resources like food, shelter, and mental health services. You can contribute at 211 Tampa Bay Cares.
- Metropolitan Ministries has partnered with 65 neighborhood organizations to help families get access to food, water, and shelter. Visit Metropolitan Ministries to donate.
- The Salvation Army is helping run field kitchens and supporting disaster relief teams. Donate at The Salvation Army.
- Florida Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters (VOAD) brings together nonprofits to help people recover. Learn more and donate at VOAD Florida.
- The Florida Disaster Fund is the state’s official fund dedicated to disaster relief. Donations can be made online through Volunteer Florida Foundation.
Walsh Chauffeured Transportation is Here for You
While Tampa and Clearwater work toward recovery, Walsh Chauffeured Transportation remains open and ready to lend a hand to our neighbors and friends. Thankfully, our entire team remained safe, and we were fortunate enough to not sustain major damage. Many businesses across the area are also open and ready to serve. Tourism plays a vital role in supporting our communities, and by visiting or volunteering, you can help make a difference. Whether you’re a first responder, volunteer, visitor, or local, we’re here to ensure you can get where you need to go. From transporting you to recovery sites to coordinating pickups for volunteers, we’re committed to helping our community get back on its feet.
Need a Ride?
Give us a call today or contact us and let us help you get from point A to point B safely and reliably. Let’s rebuild together while keeping our local businesses and tourism strong!
