With recent floods impacting communities all across Colorado, there’s several ways you can contribute to the disaster relief efforts. Dozens of charities and nonprofits are accepting donations.
But it’s also important to know scams are out there.
If you have any concerns about the group you might be donating to visit the Colorado Secretary of State’s website: http://www.sos.state.co.us/ccsa/CcsaInquiryMain.do
Here are some groups accepting donations for flood victims:
• The Salvation Army
Help those affected during the days of storm ahead and during long-term recovery. The Salvation Army uses 100 percent of your disaster donations in support of local disaster relief operations.
To give, visit imsalvationarmy.org or call 1-800-SAL-ARMY (1-800-725-2769) and designate “Colorado Floods.” You may also text GIVEHOPEIM to 80888 to donate $10 to The Salvation Army.* Donations by mail may be designated “Colorado Floods”and sent to:
The Salvation Army
P.O. Box 60006
Prescott, AZ 86304
• Red Cross
To help people affected by disasters like these floods, people can donate by visiting redcross.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or texting the word REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10 donation. Contributions may also be made by visiting ColoradoRedCross.org.
• Help Colorado Now
HelpColoradoNow.org is a partnership between the Colorado Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM) and Colorado Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (COVOAD). This initiative brings together government agencies and nonprofit organizations so they may better assist communities affected by disasters.
• Foothills United Way
Foothills United Way has established the ‘Foothills Flood Relief Fund’ to be able to respond to the effects of these storms. Organizers expect to use this fund for immediate relief as well as longer-term recovery in Boulder and Broomfield Counties. The Fund is accessible online at unitedwayfoothills.org/floodrelief
• Larimer Humane Society
If you are in a flooding area and need assistance with your animals. Visit larimerhumane.org, call 970-226-3647, Ext. 7 (Animal Protection and Control)
Kurtis Lee
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Cheryl
My heart goes out to all of the families affected by the massive flooding in Colorado. I hope the government decides to provide accurate information this time regarding how to handle the water damage and mold. There is a lot of misinformation about the proper procedures to use and a lot of misinformation about the health effects. For accurate information about the health effects of mold, check out the Global Indoor Health Network. Be sure to read GIHN’s position statement that discusses the diagnosis and treatment of illness caused by mold.
Amanda
Heartbreaking!! I pray for the elderly lady who recently passed away & her family, and definitely all these responders risking their lives to save everyone & dedicating all their time!!!
Melissa
Heart breaking. Prayers for everyone here in Colorado!
Bella
We’ve been getting rain daily in Green Valley Ranch, but it’s nothing compared to what everyone else is getting. Sending thoughts and prayers. I hope this rain stops for everyone that are suffering through the floods. Stay safe.
Carrie
Our basement flooded and we feel exhausted, but so fortunate. I am speechless, but no longer helpless. I found ways to help today, so that is good for all…..I hope.
Paula
I would like to help with the clean up!! If you hear of anything, can you post it?
Linda
I am in awe of the damage done to my beloved Colorado.I lived there for a year and miss it so much! My prayers are being said for everyone affected..God Bless!!