In the last days of 2021, the most destructive wildfire in Colorado history swept through the Boulder area. Called the Marshall fire, damage estimates stand at over $500 million. It destroyed upwards of 1,000 houses, including the home of two Duke Physician Assistant Program alumni.
According to Denver news sources relief efforts are being spearheaded by the following organizations:
Community Foundation Boulder County
Visit Denver7 News and 9News Denver for other ways to help.
This past weekend, tornadoes devastated communities in Kentucky, Illinois, Missouri, Tennessee, Mississippi and Arkansas. Individuals and organizations are working to meet the immediate needs in communities across multiple states. One way to support the response and recovery is by contributing to the efforts of relief organizations.
Here are just a few of the organizations mobilizing a response:
Feeding America, Kentucky’s Heartland is raising funds to help provide people with ready to eat meals.
CARE is collecting money to provide food, cash and clean water to the tornado victims.
The United Way of Kentucky is asking for donations to provide support services for families in the state who were affected by the tornadoes.
The Nicholas School of the Environment and the Duke Marine Lab are spearheading a collection to replenish supplies and provide holiday gifts for the kids of the Boys & Girls Clubs in Beaufort and Morehead City.
Please visit this page on the Nicholas School website for more information about how you can help:
https://nicholas.duke.edu/about/events/help-holidays-supply-and-holiday-gifts-drive-boys-girls-club-carteret-county
Thank you!
Organized by: Duke Alumni
Duke alumni in Houston are reaching out to other Duke alumni and parents who may have been affected by the storm. Join the Duke Alumni Houston Facebook Group and then join the Facebook event, which is working to connect Duke community members in Houston with a place to stay, with help removing debris, and more.
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