CV NEWS FEED // As Hurricane Milton approaches Florida, Catholic Charities USA (CCUSA) has launched a disaster relief campaign to support those impacted by what forecasters warn could be one of the most dangerous storms in a century.
Donations will be sent directly to local Catholic Charities agencies that will provide critical assistance, including food, shelter, and humanitarian aid to survivors, according to an October 9 news release from CCUSA.
“Our brothers and sisters urgently need our prayers and support as Hurricane Milton brings life-threatening conditions to Florida communities, some of which are still reeling from Hurricane Helene,” CCSUA President and CEO Kerry Alys Robinson said in the news release.
Catholic Charities is already deeply involved in recovery efforts from Hurricane Helene, partnering with local schools and churches to distribute crucial supplies to victims, CatholicVote reported.
“With hundreds of thousands of people still without electricity, Catholic Charities agencies across five states are providing immediate relief with necessities such as water, food and shelter,” the news release stated.
CCUSA reported it has raised $1.9 million in Hurricane Helene relief funds in just two weeks, “thanks to an outpouring of generous donations.”
As the organization continues to support those affected, it now turns its focus to the potential destruction of Hurricane Milton. Those interested in donating to support victims of Hurricane Milton can do so here.