THANK YOU for all the love and support you have sent my way asking about my family in southeast Texas (SETX). As of now my family is safe, dry and with power….but that isn’t the case for most people in SETX. Many have lost their homes, pets, belongings and have no idea whats next. It is heartbreaking. Whats NOT heartbreaking is watching everyone come together to help each other out. Below are a few ways I have seen of ways to help donate items and funds. I will add to this list and I discover more things and if you see other ways PLEASE contact me (Karen@LivingAmped.com) so I can add them as well.
In the summer of 1998 I fought my parents on moving to Texas, but it was the BEST thing we did. I am so proud to be a Texan. Watching everyone come together during this time of need brings on all the feels.
My personal favorite…this man has a huge heart is doing GREAT things to help offering rescues all over (including attempting to help my mom). He did not set this up, some one did it to help him. If you are wanting to support through funds I would recommend THIS a thousand times over!
Not only do they have bins set up to collect items and donations, but on Monday September 4th, 2017 CrossFit Jaakarhu will be hosing a Community WOD at 10am, all levels welcome. All proceeds will be donated to Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund & Austin Pets Alive. Here is a list of items that are needed:
Diapers
Formula
Baby Wipes
Socks (adult and youth)
Shirts (adult and youth)
Underwear (adult and youth)
Austin Pets Alive is also helping out! According to their blog post titled, APA! Hurricane Harvey Evacuations “Austin Pets Alive! has been helping shelters in the direct line of Hurricane Harvey. We’ve been working with these shelters to transport as many pets as possible to APA! and as of Saturday morning, we’ve transported over 235 animals to our shelter. Because of the incredible, humbling support we’ve received from the community thus far, we have been able to remove some items from our needs list completely.” They are looking for (1) Funding (2) Fostering (3) In-Kind Donations (4) Volunteers (5) Adoptions. For more info click HERE.
SEPTEMBER 1, 2017 ONLY
Today’s the day. Shop YETI.com or the YETI flagship and 100% of all sales will go towards hurricane relief.
Learn More: http://bit.ly/YETI_Harvey_Relief_
GET STONED – FRIDAY 9/1 – SUNDAY 9/3
40% of all purchases made through my website will be donated to #harveyrelief.
Kati Breazeal is hosting her gymnastics seminar and is donating 100% of profits to American Red Cross. You can find out more info on her seminar HERE. She even has a set up for if you can’t make it to the seminar but want to help. Worth checking out!
According to ONNIT’s FB PAGE “Our Employee GoFundMe will be utilized to buy and transport supplies to Houston, Corpus Christi, San Antonio, and Austin relief centers and support those hit hardest by this tragedy. If you are in the Austin area and would like to donate supplies, you can do so by bringing them to the Onnit HQ Gym lobby. Our first pick-up/delivery will be the end of the day on Tuesday, August 29th. We will continue to do pick ups and drop offs throughout the week to ensure that all goods get to those in need. You can find their GoFundMe page HERE.
The Texas Triune has a GREAT article full of links to helping current victims and volunteers. You can access that article HERE.
My bestie Lindsey is coaching a 9am donation based class at CFA. They are asking a minimum of $25 but it’s really whatever people would like to do. When: Monday, September 4th, @ 9 AM. Where: CFA What: a donation-based workout at at 9am. All funds donated will go to gyms in Houston or on the Texas coast that have been affected by Hurricane Harvey. Suggested donation $25. She, Lou, is also collecting donations in the form of food, clothes, pet necessities, blankets, toiletries, etc.To take to Drew and Meg (owners of Mission Crossfit) next weekend and then they’re going to take all of it to Houston.
GageHuntley. I have to admit that I don’t know much about the company, but I some how follow them on the Instagram. They created a cuff for Texas and stated that, “In the wake of this devastation I have decided to release this limited edition GAGEHUNTLEY.COM #texasstrong bracelet and donate a portion of the proceeds to local charities aiding the victims of of #hurricaneharvey. I am hoping we can all come together in solidarity. Show your support today. Sending love and prayers to all of the victims.” hand stamped 3/8″ x 6″ fully adjustable / unisex. SHOP HERE.
I found this on one of my favorite Texas country singers instagram page and I thought I would share. I don’t know anything about Mercury One, but I know Mr. Watson has a good heart. Mercury Ones site states, “Our donors and supporters have always been there in times of crisis – we know that with the devastation of Hurricane Harvey hitting our home state of Texas, you want to help. Mercury One will be collecting donations in response to the devastation wreaked by Mother Nature. Our partners are on the ground as we speak. We know that our donors and supporters appreciate that the money we collect can often times go much further because of our strong connection with partner organizations and our ability to use the money where it is needed the most. Below we highlight some of our partners’ responses – we are so thankful for their dedication to acting in times of crisis. Although we are fundraising for this disaster, we also invite you to donate directly to our partners if you see fit.” They have a list on their page of ways to do all these things, you can find that HERE.
Mayor Adler Asks Austinites To Make ‘Welcome Kits’ For Harvey Evacuees…More HERE!
This bus is heading to Houston on Monday and we need your help to fill it! Here’s what we need:
-Baby diapers, wipes, formula, & clothes
-Basic toiletries: toothbrush, toothpaste, soaps, etc
-Snack food, powdered milk, pop top food
-Clothes: SOCKS, sweatshirts/sweatpants, & shoes
-First aid & medical supplies
-Towels, sheets, blankets, & pillows
-Pet supplies: dog & cat food, leashes, crates, & beds
Drop off anything above at Native Hostel Austin thru Sunday.
Join us on Thursday for Harvey Benefit with DJ Mel from 9p-1a!
If you are loading up a truck or trailer and planning to just drive to Houston STOP.
GO HERE FIRST- www.texasrescuemap.com
Scroll down to “shelter availability reference”
That link opens a google document.
There are tabs with titles either at the top (if you’re on a laptop) or bottom (when I opened it on my iPhone).
Click the “shelters” tab.
There you will find a very long list of shelters, addresses and phone numbers.
There are shelters ALL OVER Texas so don’t just drive to the Houston area without a plan!
Call the shelters nearest you first. Ask them what they need before just showing up.
