Disaster comes in all varieties—mass job loss, frozen federal funds, or weather events are among the most common, and we are here to help you build resilience every step of the way. Our team is FEMA-trained, and part of a large emergency networks that position us to respond not only locally, but statewide and nationwide too. As we enter hurricane season, our team is preparing for any storm that comes our way.
ready
Prior to any events, our team positions resources across our service territory to prepare for any scenario.
respond
We assess impact and deploy water, flood kits, and MREs (Meals Ready to Eat) in the days following a storm.
recover
As power returns, distributions expand to include shelf stable foods and fresh produce to replenish lost supplies.
rebuild
With the help of local partners, we provide financial support + resources beyond food to help neighbors facing major damage.
before a storm
Make sure you’re prepared and know what to do if a storm comes our way.
know your evacuation zone
Understand your flood risk, find your evacuation zone, and make an evacuation plan in case you need it.
build a disaster supply kit
Gather shelf stable food and water, medications, pet food, first aid, flashlights and batteries, and important documents.
know your county resources
County resource guides make sure you have the supplies you need, and are aware of proper emergency protocols—including supply sites, shelters, and evacuation routes. Signing up for alerts in your county provides residents the most current emergency information. Find your county below.
stock up, stay alert
sign up for alerts on food distributions + closures
Stormy weather often causes delays or cancellations in our operations. To stay informed of changes leading up to a storm or to stay in the know of emergency distributions added after a storm, text FTBFYI to 833-530-3663 or text FTBPARATI to 833-530-3663 por espanol. We’ll be sure to send you the right information so you can access the resources you need.
Find all resources near youjoin our response network
When unplanned events affect our area, the need for resources across our community rises. By working together to fund, collect, and deploy emergency supplies, we can help re-stabilize families impacted by natural disaster.
emergency volunteer team
Emergency response volunteers are the first to know when volunteer shifts are added pre- or post-storm, helping get resources to neighbors as soon as it is safe to do so.
disaster response donor
Emergency response is costly, varying by storm and size and range of impact. Wind damage, flood damage, and long-term power outages can wreak havoc on households and our local economy.
community food + fund drives
Hosting pre-storm food or fund drives can help prepare our neighbors for the storm season.