Pelican Golf Club and The ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge at Pelican, are uniting to launch a “Florida Strong” t-shirt and sweatshirt campaign benefiting the Florida Disaster Fund. The campaign aims to support Floridians affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, directing proceeds to the Volunteer Florida Foundation’s disaster relief efforts. Starting today, fans can purchase “Florida … Read more
In response to the damage caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, Achieva Credit Union has rolled out two relief programs to assist affected employees and educators. The first initiative is a Hurricane Relief Fund for Achieva employees who experienced significant losses. Donations are being accepted from employees and members, with the Achieva Foundation matching contributions … Read more
Johns Hopkins Federal Credit Union has launched a disaster relief program for members impacted by hurricanes Helene and Milton, focusing on support for Florida-based members, including those served by Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, in St. Petersburg. The program includes two loan options: Emergency Relief Loan: Members can borrow up to $1,500 at a 3.99% … Read more
Marrin Costello Jewelry is starting a new chapter at its flagship location, transforming the space into the Marrin Costello Jewelry Outlet. Starting on Nov. 1, customers will be able to explore an exclusive collection of sample sale pieces, all available at just $25. During this limited-time shopping opportunity, a portion of the proceeds of each … Read more
By Crisis Center of Tampa Bay Hurricanes Helene and Milton caused widespread destruction in our community. Thousands of people have lost everything due to storm surges or flash flooding. The recovery process can be overwhelming, but there is a number you can call to connect to an assortment of helpful resources: 211. 211 is answered … Read more
Residents across the Tampa Bay region including those in Pinellas, Hillsborough and surrounding counties, who have suffered roof damage from Hurricane Milton can now apply for temporary blue tarp assistance through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and FEMA’s Operation Blue Roof program. This initiative provides a temporary solution to prevent further damage to homes … Read more
Airbnb.org, a nonprofit dedicated to crisis housing, is actively supporting those displaced by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Over 3,600 people have already found shelter through Airbnb hosts in Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia. To find more information or sign up as a host to provide temporary housing through Airbnb.org, people can visit the … Read more
During a visit to storm-ravaged St. Pete Beach, President Joe Biden praised the federal government’s response and the community’s resilience after the back-to-back tragedies of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Among his announcements was $612 million for six Department of Energy projects in areas affected by the hurricanes. Of that, $94 million will stay in Florida, … Read more
Contributed by Frameworks of Tampa Bay Natural disasters, like hurricanes, can be deeply unsettling, especially for children who may not have the emotional vocabulary to express their fears, anxieties and confusion. Guiding your child through acknowledging their feelings and exploring ways to manage them will help build resilience and a sense of security. This can … Read more
The Biden administration has approved disaster relief funding in response to Hurricanes Milton and Helene. The Federal Emergency Management Agency has allocated $441 million to assist individuals affected by Hurricane Helene and $349 million in public assistance to support communities. Hurricane Milton Response President Joe Biden approved a major disaster declaration for Florida following Hurricane … Read more
