John, we want to make sure you have an update right away on this ongoing emergency. 

The news out of Florida, Georgia, North Carolina and the whole southeastern U.S. right now is devastating. At least 160 people have been killed, and millions are without power and cell service and in need of basic necessities like food and clean water since Hurricane Helene made landfall last week.

No matter what, Save the Children will remain in impacted communities as long as it takes to help families and communities recover.

But we can’t do it alone. Your donations to the Children’s Emergency Fund make it possible for us to respond when disasters like Hurricane Helene strike. Please, make an emergency donation now to help provide vital aid to children impacted by disasters across the U.S., like Hurricane Helene.

Thank you,

Save the Children

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From: Emergency Response @ Save the Children
Date: Tue, Oct 1, 2024
Subject: Hurricane Helene Update: 

John, Hurricane Helene, one of the deadliest storms to ever hit the U.S., has left widespread destruction. As in any disaster, children are particularly at risk.

After striking Florida as a Category 4 storm, the hurricane moved inland causing extensive flooding across six states. 

According to the latest reports, at least 133 people have been killed. Millions are still without power and cell service, unable to check on their loved ones. Many are in urgent need of basic necessities including food and clean drinking water.

This is a rapidly developing situation. As floodwaters recede, they’re revealing entire communities that have been completely destroyed. Many of them are small, rural communities Save the Children has worked with to support children facing poverty, inequality and hunger. They need our support now more than ever.

Countless children have lost their homes and their schools. They’re traumatized, left with uncertain futures. 

But one thing is certain: With help from supporters like you, Save the Children will stay as long as it takes to help families and communities recover. 

Your donations to the Children’s Emergency Fund make it possible for us to support kids in crisis due to Hurricane Helene and other emergencies: Please give $30 or more now to help us support children when they need us most.

Right now, our teams in Florida, Tennessee and South Carolina are working in partnership with local organizations to meet the needs of children and families affected by this devastating disaster. Our response priorities are:

• Distributing essential items such as hygiene kits, cleaning supplies, diapers, wipes and more to families impacted by the storm.
• Providing emergency grants to damaged child care centers to ensure their immediate and long-term recovery so families can return to work knowing their children are safe.
• Protecting the well-being of children and those who care for them through mental health and psychosocial support programs and training.

These children and communities are facing a long road to recovery, but as an organization that’s already deeply embedded in these areas, we’re well positioned to provide the immediate and long-term support they need. Please rush an urgent gift to the Children’s Emergency Fund to make sure we have the resources to help children survive and thrive in the wake of disasters like Hurricane Helene.

Our work in these places and countless other crisis-affected areas around the world will continue as long as children need us.

Thank you for supporting children and families through the toughest moments of their lives.

Save the Children