Gov. Rick Scott activated the Florida Disaster Fund Friday to support local individuals, families and entire communities impacted by Hurricane Irma.
“We expect that Hurricane Irma will have a major impact on our state and we must use every available resource to meet the needs of our families and communities," said Gov. Scott. "I encourage all Floridians to look out for one another and work together to stay safe before and after the storm.”
The Florida Disaster Fund is the state's private fund, established to assist Florida’s communities as they respond to and recover during times of emergency or disaster.
The fund is administered by the Volunteer Florida Foundation.
To make a contribution, please visit www.FloridaDisasterFund.org, or you can text DISASTER to 20222 to make a one-time donation of $10.
Checks are also being accepted, and should be made payable to the Volunteer Florida Foundation and should include “Florida Disaster Fund” in the memo line:
Volunteer Florida Foundation
Attention: Florida Disaster Fund
3800 Esplanade Way, Suite 180
Tallahassee, FL 32311
Funds will support disaster relief organizations active in responding to and recovering from Hurricane Irma.
For additional questions about the Florida Disaster Fund, please contact info@volunteerflorida.org or call (850) 414-7400.