Fidelity Charitable® Issues Guidance Update on Hurricane Harvey Relief

BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Hurricane Harvey slammed into Texas on August 25 and stalled for several days over the Gulf coast, bringing torrential rains and catastrophic flooding to Texas and Louisiana. The storm is the largest to hit the U.S. in more than a decade, bringing 50 inches of rain in some area—more than double the rainfall of Hurricane Katrina.

This deluge has led to a lengthy rescue and relief period. In the areas where floodwaters have receded, many residents have left shelters to begin cleanup efforts in their homes and communities. But roads and highways remain underwater in areas, and search and rescue efforts are expected to last for at least two more weeks. Until the floodwaters fully recede, it will be difficult to assess the total impact of the storm or predict when crews will be able to fully address storm cleanup. However, all signs point to a recovery period of months and years.

How to help nowFidelity Charitable has collaborated with the Center for Disaster Philanthropy to provide the following list of organizations that are currently providing relief services for Hurricane Harvey. While this is not a comprehensive list of organizations raising money for Hurricane Harvey relief efforts, these organizations are highlighted because they have existing operations on the region, the ability to incorporate a large influx of donations, and a strong, established record of excellence in disaster relief services.

Following a natural disaster, there can be an increased risk of fraud committed by individuals preying upon the good intentions of people wanting to help; donors should take care that the organizations they are supporting are legitimate. Fidelity Charitable makes grants only to IRS-qualified 501(c)(3) public charities, such as the organizations below.

Please note that in times of a domestic disaster, the American National Red Cross plays a central role in coordinating and responding to the immediate needs of those affected. While the Red Cross is independent from the government, it was chartered by Congress in 1905 with the responsibility to respond to domestic and international disasters.

Organizations			Address and Tax ID Number
All Hands Volunteers			6 County Road Suite 6Mattapoisett, MA 02739 - 1585TIN: 203414952
American National Red Cross			P.O. Box 37243Washington, DC 20013TIN: 530196605
Direct Relief			27 South La Patera LaneGoleta, CA 93117TIN: 951831116
Feeding America			Po Box 96749Washington, DC 20090 - 6749TIN: 363673599
Salvation Army			615 Slaters LaneAlexandria, VA 22314-1112TIN: 222406433
Save the Children			501 Kings Highway East, Suite 400Fairfield, CT 06825TIN: 060726487
United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR)			Po Box 9068New York, NY 10087-2068TIN: 135562279

Please note the organizations listed in this guidance do not represent the full list of organizations raising money for relief efforts for Hurricane Harvey. Fidelity Charitable has collaborated with the Center for Disaster Philanthropy to provide these organizations to donors for reference purposes only, and Fidelity Charitable does not endorse these organizations. All grant recommendations are subject to review and approval by the Fidelity Charitable Trustees. Fidelity Charitable will communicate all grant designation recommendations for Hurricane Harvey relief to grantees.

How to help with long-term recoveryWhile there is urgent need for immediate relief, we expect the relief efforts will extend well beyond the immediate aftermath of the storm, as residents of the region begin to recover and rebuild their homes, businesses and lives. If you are interested in supporting long-term recovery efforts, the Center for Disaster Philanthropy has created the Hurricane Harvey fund, which will provide support in the months and years to come, with a particular focus on vulnerable populations.

Learn more about the Hurricane Harvey Recovery Fund

Organizations			Address and Tax ID Number
Center for Disaster Philanthropy			1201 Connecticut Avenue NW, Suite 300Washington, DC 20036TIN: 455257937

Related resourcesCenter for Disaster Philanthropy: Hurricane HarveyLearn more about the 4 phases of disaster reliefLog in to your Giving Account

About Fidelity Charitable

Fidelity Charitable is an independent public charity that has helped donors support more than 235,000 nonprofit organizations with more than $26 billion in grants. Established in 1991, Fidelity Charitable launched the first national donor-advised fund program. The mission of the organization is to grow the American tradition of philanthropy by providing programs that make charitable giving accessible, simple, and effective. For more information about Fidelity Charitable, visit https://www.fidelitycharitable.org.

Fidelity Charitable is the brand name for the Fidelity® Charitable Gift Fund, an independent public charity with a donor-advised fund program. Various Fidelity companies provide services to Fidelity Charitable. The Fidelity Charitable name and logo and Fidelity are registered service marks of FMR LLC, used by Fidelity Charitable under license.

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