Baton Rouge Flood Relief

The federal government has declared a State of Emergency in Louisiana after the worst US Natural Disaster since Hurrice Sandy hit just a few days ago. Over 40,000 homes have been affected. This includes several who work alongside my husband.

I will be assisting their company in collecting items to be delivered to Baton Rouge with an organization I work with called Activation ReACT. Last year we collected items for flood relief in Columbia, SC. Between pick ups in New Jersey, Charlotte, and Atlanta-we were able to provide a truck full of water, paper towels, cleaning supplies, snacks, hygiene products, and baby supplies.

You can read about one of the families we helped here – http://prettyinthequeencity.com/2015/10/rising-above-the-water.html

Monetary donations are welcome and will be distributed to families in need in Baton Rouge. Please make sure to specify “Baton Rouge” during Check Out. http://www.activationreact.org/donate/

The following items have been requested as the LA flood victims begin putting their lives back together. If you can help in any way-please send me a message. I will arrange pick up of items in Charlotte, NC and surrounding areas.

Garbage Bags

Household Cleaners

Paper Towels/Hand Towels

Neoprene Gloves

Work Gloves

Tyvek Coveralls

Dust mask (rated for mold spores)

Safety Glasses/Goggles

Pump up sprayer

Bleach

Multipurpose Tools- hand tools (screwdrivers, pliers,hammers,drills, nails,screws) duct tape, electrical tape, masking tape.

Rain gear, ponchos,umbrellas, sun hats, rubber boots.

Flashlights and batteries

Battery powered or hand-crank radios, two-way radios

Old cell phones and chargers- if they are charged,you can still call 911, even without ‘service’.

First aid kits

Sanitation and personal hygiene products- toothbrushes, toothpaste,feminine hygiene items, contact lens solutions, reading glasses, toilet paper, paper towels,shampoo,conditioner,soap,hand sanitizer.

Baby supplies- bottles, formula, baby food, diapers.

Pet supplies- collar, leash, ID, food, carrier, bowls