(SAVANNAH, GA.) – United Way of the Coastal Empire’s Rapid Response Disaster Fund has received a $25,000 donation from Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. to help residents in Bryan, Chatham, Effingham, and Liberty counties impacted by Tropical Storm Debby and related flooding.
In the wake of Tropical Storm Debby, residents across Bryan, Chatham, Effingham, and Liberty counties are facing severe challenges due to widespread flooding and storm damage. Homes have been damaged and many families displaced. The storm’s impact has left communities in urgent need of support as they begin the recovery process. In response to this crisis, the United Way of the Coastal Empire has activated its Rapid Response Disaster Fund to provide immediate relief to those affected, ensuring that vital resources and assistance reach the most vulnerable populations during this critical time.
“We are sincerely grateful to Gulfstream for stepping up so quickly to help our neighbors during this difficult time. It is certainly a testament to their commitment to this community and we hope this generous gift will inspire others,” says Kimberly Waller, United Way of the Coastal Empire President and CEO. “This is just another example of the caring power of our community.”
In 2023, United Way of the Coastal Empire launched a formal partnership with the Emergency Management Agencies in Bryan, Chatham, Effingham, and Liberty counties to support disaster recovery in an emergency. Each County Emergency Management Agency determines when the Rapid Response Disaster Fund is necessary and should be activated. United Way’s role in this partnership is to spearhead fundraising efforts for disaster response and recovery.
On Thursday, August 8th, the Chatham Emergency Management Agency activated the Rapid Response Disaster Fund for Chatham County. Following damage assessments in Bryan, Effingham, and Liberty counties, the respective County Emergency Management Agencies also activated the Rapid Response Disaster Fund. United Way will remain in close contact with all our county partners to ensure coordinated efforts. Funds will be allocated across the community for short-term relief and long-term recovery efforts as determined necessary by the County Emergency Management Agencies, based on damage and needs assessments.
Give to Rapid Response Disaster Fund
Donations to the Rapid Response Disaster Fund can be made by visiting the United Way of the Coastal Empire website at uwce.org.
