michael, it s an important point that alison just made that they ran out in middle of the night not knowing they will be able to go back into their home and now they have lost every tangible thing. what are those conversations like? they are hard. i ve been involved in a lot of different disasters all throughout the united states. this one really hits home. i m a local. i ve been here. i grew up here. most of the people we meet came out by ladder with at best their wallet and their phones and that s all they have. we put this fund together called the champlain tower residents fund. we have been distributing funds in increments to them so they have a bit of incidental money during this current stage. we have been giving each $3,000. we were fortunate enough to set
While some organizations are collecting donations in the aftermath of the tragedy, public officials say they ve received plenty of goods and donations at this time. However, cash donations are being accepted.
If you are interested in donating, here are several organizations that are currently helping those affected by the Surfside tragedy.
American Red Cross
The American Red Cross is helping displaced residents find shelter and is providing them with food. The organization is also providing emotional support to victims of the condo collapse. Click here to donate.
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