*Arkansas Department of Emergency Management*
Building 9501
Camp Joseph T. Robinson
North Little Rock, AR 72199-9600
Fax: (501) 683-7890
www.adem.arkansas.gov
News Release:
RELEASE DATE: February 11, 2008
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
(501) 683-6700
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: ADEM Public Information
How Arkansans can I help Arkansans
Arkansans who want to assist the victims of February 5 devastating
tornadoes may visit the Arkansas Department of Emergency Management
website at www.adem.arkansas.gov and click on Disaster Donations
Financial contributions are preferred: This allows relief organizations
to purchase exactly what items are needed to assist in the response and
recovery efforts. Financial contributions can be made through
www.adem.arkansas.gov
During times of disasters Arkansans typically respond with tremendous generosity; however in order for your donations to make the biggest impact there are some important tips to follow:
Confirm the need before collecting. To do so, offer your donated products via www.adem.arkansas.gov and click on Disaster Donations. This online system will share offers with nonprofits in Arkansas to help get the right aid, to the right people at the right time.
Volunteer wisely to help others
In a community struggling to respond to
and recover from a disaster, an influx of unexpected or unneeded
volunteers and donations can make the process even more difficult.
Before traveling to the disaster area to help, learn where and when your
skills will be needed. Discuss with volunteer organizers how your needs
for food, water and shelter will be met while you are volunteering. For
more information on donating and volunteering please call the Arkansas
United Way at 866-580-4567.