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            "headline":"Hurricane Harvey: How to help victims of the Texas storm",
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                                                            The Texas coast has been devastated by the effects of Hurricane Harvey, which has created unprecedented flooding and forced thousands to flee for their lives-- and leaving people everywhere wishing they could do something to help. Here's what you can
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                                                                                                                        <p>In the wake of Hurricane Harvey's massive flooding in Texas, victims are in need of relief and aid. Here are the organizations that are helping:</p>

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                                                                                        <p><strong>Where to donate:</strong></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Harris County Donation Hotline:&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;1-800-924-5985. Available 6 a.m. to midnight.</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>George R. Brown Convention Center,</strong><strong><span> </span>NRG Center, Toyota Center</strong>&nbsp;and<strong>&nbsp;BBVA Compass Stadium </strong>are no longer accepting donations from the public. The GRB Center is accepting corporate donations and is in serious need of the following supplies: bleach, buckets, containers to carry supplies, lip balm, Vaseline, work gloves, insect repellent, dusk masks, rakes, shovels, duct tape, tarps, trash bags, sunscreen. Corporations wishing to donate should contact&nbsp;Bill Kelly, Director of Government Affairs for Mayor Turner at Bill.Kelly@houstontx.gov</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund:</strong> Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner has set up this fund for  tax-deductible flood relief monetary donations. It will be administered by the nonprofit Greater  Houston Community Foundation. Click <a title="relief" href="https://ghcf.org/hurricane-relief/">here</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>BakerRipley</strong>, the Houston community charity that is running the NRG Center shelter, is <span> </span>accepting monetary donations for the long-term recovery ahead. Click <a title="Baker Ripley Harvey recovery" href="https://www.bakerripley.org/get-involved/donate">here</a>. Donations of goods can be brought to World Harvest Outreach Seventh Day Adventist, 10800-A Scott Street, 77047.&nbsp;Contact: Pastor Kenneth Goodman (713-364-9763)</p>

                                                                                                <p>Currents needs include:&nbsp;non-perishables/ canned goods, infant formula, diapers, water, new women, children, men's underwear and socks.</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Interfaith Ministries</strong>: This nonprofit that operates the city's Meals on Wheels program is  in need of financial donations and additional volunteers. They specifically need donations of Ensure, walkers, wheelchairs, microwaves and shower chairs. They can be dropped off at Meals on Wheels, 3202 San Jacinto 77004. More info <a title="IM" href="https://www.imgh.org/">here.</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Houston Food Bank</strong>&nbsp;helps provide meals for hungry neighbors in emergencies and all year <span> </span>round. To donate to the food bank, click <a title="Houston Food Bank" href="https://secure3.convio.net/hfb/site/Donation2;jsessionid=00000000.app318b?idb=910890365&amp;DONATION_LEVEL_ID_SELECTED=1&amp;df_id=9314&amp;9314.donation=form1&amp;mfc_pref=T&amp;NONCE_TOKEN=2D099B65CE4E0780CE921773CCA7E845&amp;idb=0">here</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Houston Furniture Bank </strong>provides furniture in need and is launching a special effort to help Harvey victims. They are accepting donations of furniture, especially mattresses, tables and chairs, call ahead before making a drop-off donation, at (713) 842-9771. Monetary donations are accepted at <a href="http://houstonfurniturebank.org/hfbharveyrecovery/">houstonfurniturebank.org</a>.&nbsp;</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>United Way of Greater Houston</strong> has set up a <a href="https://www.unitedwayhouston.org/flood/flood-donation" target="_blank">relief fund</a> that people can donate to. The organization said its first priority is shelter and basic needs like food. The organization said it <span> </span>will also focus on long-term recovery efforts. It also said that it will absorb administrative costs, so 100 percent of every donation goes directly to relief.</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Houston Children's Charity </strong>is teaming up with the Astros shortstop Carlos Correa to raise $500,000 to provide displaced children with beds. Click<a href="http://houstonchildrenscharity.org/HarveyChildrensRelief/"> here</a> to learn more and to donate.</p>

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                                                                        <p><strong>BARC Animal Shelter</strong> is taking donations &mdash; the shelter is closed for Labor Day and will resume regular operations Tuesday, Sept. 5.</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church</strong>&nbsp;in Rosenberg is serving residents of Fort Bend, Wharton and other surrounding areas devastated by Harvey with hot meals, groceries, cleaning supplies and help applying for assistance. They are requesting monetary assistance. To help, call the church office at 281-232-5113.</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Holy Family Catholic Church </strong>at&nbsp;2011 Briar Ln, Wharton, TX 77488 needs supplies for its shelter. They especially need wooden pallets.&nbsp;</p>

                                                                                                <p>UPDATE Sept. 4:&nbsp;-Holy Family Roman Catholic Church is no longer accepting donations. They ask that you now send donations to East Gate New Prosperity Baptist Church in Wharton and Greater New Prospect Baptist Church in Needville.</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Star of Hope: </strong>The local faith-based homeless shelter is accepting monetary donations to help its community cope with the disaster. Click <a href="https://www.sohmission.org/ways-to-give/hurricane-harvey-relief/">here</a> to donate.</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>The South East Texas Regional Advisory Council</strong>&nbsp;needs medical supplies. For how and what to donate, contact adunn@americares.org. They are also accepting monetary donations <a href="https://www.setrac.org/donate/">here</a>.</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>LGBTQ Hurricane Harvey Disaster Relief Fund</strong>: Donations will help LGBTQ <span> </span>community members displaced by the story. The fund is managed by the Montrose Center. To <span> </span>donate to the relief fund, click <a title="LGBTQ Relief Fund" href="https://my.reason2race.com/DNicol/HurricaneHarveyLGBTQDisasterReliefFund2017">here</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Avenue CDC: </strong>A local nonprofit working to build affordable housing in Houston will help rebuild in the aftermath of the storms. Click <a title="Avenue CDC" href="http://www.avenuecdc.org/hurricane-harvey-relief/">here</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>I Have Food I Need Food&nbsp;</strong>is a collaborative of many Houston chefs, restaurant owners, suppliers, and volunteers who are sourcing and preparing food to distribute to storm victims across the region. Commercial kitchens and licensed caters can register to donate <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScLwIGoHRAGgvKyF8KXnO7SUxvH9l5thIXErbNIP3XVvL1DWA/viewform">here</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Pets affected by Hurricane Harvey</strong> are being taken in by animal shelters across Texas, including the <a title="spca" href="https://www.spca.org/">SPCA of Texa</a>s, Austin Pets Alive and the San Antonio Humane Society. The Houston Humane Society is also available, with limited staff. For Habitat for Horses, donate <a title="Habitat for Horses" href="https://www.habitatforhorses.org/support/donate?utm_source=semgpbrand&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_campaign=sem&amp;gclid=Cj0KEQjwoZTNBRCWg6TbrNu9z6gBEiQA4xkeYW7_BxjYy-3z09yWwrsCljAC0WaZZVgyA3THr7K7G4MaAo5Y8P8HAQ">here</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>HISD Foundation:</strong> Help HISD students and families in need of storm relief. Click <a title="HISD fund" href="http://www.houstonisd.org/Page/164281">here</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Houston ISD</strong> is accepting donations Saturday at Delmar Fieldhouse, 2020 Mangum, Houston, TX 77092, 8 a.m. til 5 p.m. Enter the complex on Mangum and follow the signs.</p>

                                                                                                <p>The district is accepting donations of the following new, unused items: undergarments, socks, uniforms, deodorant, hand sanitizer, pillows, blankets, shoes, toothbrushes, toothpaste, other hygiene items, professional dress for impacted staff</p>

                                                                                                <p>Sept. 5-8 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., donations will be accepted at Delmar Fieldhouse, 2020 Mangum, Houston, TX 77092; Butler Stadium, 13755 Main St., Houston, TX 77035; and&nbsp;Barnett Stadium, 6800 Fairway, Houston, TX 77087. Starting Sept. 11, Delmar Feildhouse will accept donations during normal business hours, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Fort Bend ISD </strong>has teamed up with businesses and organizations to set up several donation collection and distribution sites. They are accepting bedding, toiletries, school uniforms and non-perishable food items, among other things. For a list of where to donate, click <a href="https://www.fortbendisd.com/site/default.aspx?PageType=3&amp;DomainID=4&amp;ModuleInstanceID=12&amp;ViewID=6446EE88-D30C-497E-9316-3F8874B3E108&amp;RenderLoc=0&amp;FlexDataID=104126&amp;PageID=1">here</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Fort Bend ISD Foundation</strong>&nbsp;is accepting monetary donations to aid teachers and students impacted by the storm, click <a href="https://www.fortbendisd.com/Page/14119">here</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>KIPP Houston Public Schools </strong>has set up a Family Emergency Fund to help students, staff and their families who have been affected by Harvey. Click <a href="https://kipphouston.org/civicrm/contribute/transact/?reset=1&amp;id=1">here</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Harris County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management:</strong> For donations call 1-800-924-5985. For volunteer opportunities call 281-656-1533 or visit volunteerhouston.org</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>The Greater Houston Black Chamber of Commerce</strong> has set up a donation fund to <span> </span>support African-American businesses affected by Hurricane Harvey. Check donations can be <span> </span>made payable to GHBC Foundation, 4828 Loop Central Drive, Suite 100, Houston, TX, 77081</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Brazoria County Recovery Fund, </strong>set up by Brazoria County Office of Emergency Management, will help the county with run shelters in the county and in neighboring Fort <span> </span>Bend County. Click <a title="Brazoria relief" href="https://homelandpreparedness.givingfuel.com/harvey17">here</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>MC-CARES,</strong> a partnership of Interfaith of The Woodlands and United Way, has announced <span> </span>five donation collection sites in Montgomery County. These Hubs are prepared to accept <span> </span>donations. The following items are most needed: baby food, baby formula, diapers, new <span> </span>undergarments, hygiene products, water, squeeze pouch fruit and vegetables, easy open<span> </span>canned fruit and vegetables, pasta and convenience meals, granola bars, toilet paper, paper <span> </span>towels, mops, brooms, garbage bags, towels, and blankets. The hubs are as follows:</p>

                                                                                                <ul><li><strong><span> <span> </span> </span></strong>Central Montgomery County:</li>
</ul>

                                                                                                <p><span> <span> </span><span> </span></span>Crisis Assistance Center &ndash; 1022 McCall Ave. Conroe, TX 77301, Phone: 936-539-1096<br><span><span> </span> <span> </span><span> </span></span>Falcon Steel America &ndash; 3575 Pollok Dr., Conroe, TX 77303</p>

                                                                                                <ul><li><strong><span> </span></strong>South Montgomery County:</li>
</ul>

                                                                                                <p><span> <span> <span> </span></span></span>Interfaith of The Woodlands &ndash; 4242 Interfaith Way, The Woodlands, TX 77381, Phone: <span> </span>281-&nbsp;<span> <span> </span></span>367-1230<br><span><span> <span> </span></span> </span>St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Parish &ndash; 7801 Bay Branch Dr., The Woodlands, TX 77382</p>

                                                                                                <ul><li>East Montgomery County:</li>
</ul>

                                                                                                <p><span><span> </span><span> </span></span>Mission Northeast &ndash; 22098 Loop 494 New Caney, TX 77357, Phone: 281-354-1200</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Westbury Baptist Church,&nbsp;</strong>10425 Hillcroft, will serve as a drop-off and distribution site for supplies needed by those impacted by Hurricane Harvey.  Please <a href="http://www.wbchouston.org/whats-going-on/harvey-efforts">visit their website</a> for a list of needed items.  Hours are 9 am to 7 pm.</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Jewish Community Center,&nbsp;</strong>5601 S. Braeswood, although impacted by the storm, will be distributing supplies and accepting donations for those impacted by Hurricane Harvey.  Hours are Thursday-Sunday (Aug. 31-Sept. 3) from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at the J's Tennis Center. Enter off of Atwell and exit Braeswood. For a list of needs, click <a href="http://www.erjcchouston.org/general/hurricane-relief-updates/">here</a></p>

                                                                                                <p>UPDATE Sept. 4: The Jewish Community Center is no longer accepting supplies. Those signed up for their assistance program can pick up supplies at the Tennis Center.</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Westbury Christian Church and School,&nbsp;</strong>10420 Hillcroft, on Friday, Sept. 1, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Westbury Christian School and Westbury Church of Christ will be accepting donations of specific items (see their website for details) at the McCloy Gymnasium located at 10420 Hillcroft (west end of south parking lot). On Saturday, September 2, WCS and Church will organize and distribute supplies. For more information and a list of needs, click <a href="https://westburycoc.nm-secure.com/harveyrelief">here</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Lone Star Convention Center</strong>&nbsp;9055 Airport Road, Conroe 77303<strong>, </strong>is serving as a shelter and needs cots and bedding, coloring books, crayons and basketballs for the many children there.</p>

                                                                                                <p>UPDATE Sept. 4:&nbsp;Lone Star Convention Center is redirecting donations to their warehouse (3575 Pollok Dr. in Conroe.) Immediate needs include cleaning supplies and women's pants/shirts size 4x. They are open Monday, Sept. 4 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Tuesday through Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.&nbsp;</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Lord of Life Lutheran Church&nbsp;</strong>3801 S Panther Creek Dr, The Woodlands, TX 77381 is collecting clothing, cleaning supplies, toiletries.</p>

                                                                                                <p>UPDATE Sept. 4:&nbsp;Lord of Life Lutheran Church is no longer accepting anything other than cleaning supplies. They are overwhelmed with clothes.</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong><span> </span>The Montgomery County Food Bank</strong> will be accepting mass quantity food, personal care <span> </span>items and toiletries at: One Food for Life Way, Conroe, TX 77385 Phone: 936-539-6686 (GPS <span> </span>will recognize- 1 Prospect Point Conroe, TX 77385)</p>

                                                                                                <p>Monetary donations to help Montgomery County-wide flood recovery efforts can be directed <span> </span>to: United Way- 1600 Lake Front Circle Ste. 248, The Woodlands, TX 77380 Phone: 281-292-<span> </span>4155</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Holy Name Catholic Church:</strong> This Woodland Heights church, 1920 Marion,  is open to <span> </span>shelter evacuees. They are also feeding any first responders who stop in. The shelter has <span> </span>plenty of donations already, but needs toothpaste.</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Portlight Inclusive Disaster Strategies:</strong> This grass-roots agency helps families with disabilities. Click <a href="http://www.portlight.org/">here.</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Easter Seals Houston:</strong> The local chapter of this longtime organization provides services to people with disabilities and their families. Click <a href="http://www.eastersealshouston.org/Programs/emergency-harvey-assistance.html" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Texas Diaper Bank: </strong>This San Antonio-based group needs monetary donations and <span> </span>supplies. Click <a href="http://texasdiaperbank.org/">here.</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Galveston County Food Bank:</strong> Monetary and food donations are needed at this Galveston County nonprofit. Click <a href="http://www.galvestoncountyfoodbank.org/">here.</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Food Bank of the Golden Crescent: </strong>This food bank in Victoria needs donations of money <span> </span>and food. Click <a href="http://www.victoriafoodbank.org">here</a>.&nbsp;</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Cypress-Fairbanks ISD:</strong> Shelters in the school district are in urgent need of bleach and bottled water. Click <a href="http://www.cfisd.net/en/parents-students/safety/emergency-notification-system/cfisd-community-other-ways-you-can-help/" target="_blank">here</a> for details on how to donate.</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Corpus Christi Food Bank:</strong> In this hard-hit city, food and monetary donations are needed. Click <a href="http://www.foodbankcc.com">here.</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Brittmoore Rescue:</strong>&nbsp;Located in hard-hit Memorial (1401 Brtittmoore Rd.), the donation center is taking water, snacks and cleaning supplies.</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Jewish Family Service of Houston</strong>: This local nonprofit is accepting donations to handle<span> </span>immediate needs of those affected by Tropical Storm Harvey and its flooding. The group&nbsp;<span> </span>provides a variety of services, including mental health and support counseling. Click&nbsp;<a title="Jewish relief fund" href="http://www.jfshouston.org/index.php">here</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Jewish Federation of Greater Houston</strong>: This nonprofit provides a variety of services to&nbsp;<span> </span>the Houston community. Click&nbsp;<a href="https://secure3.convio.net/jfna/site/Donation2?df_id=3861&amp;mfc_pref=T&amp;3861.donation=form1">here</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Catholic Charities</strong> of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston Disaster Recovery Fund - Click<span> </span><a title="Catholic Charities" href="https://catholiccharities.org/our-services/strengthening-families/disaster-relief/">here</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Casa Juan Diego Catholic Worker House&nbsp;</strong>shelter for immigrants: Food can be brought&nbsp;<span> </span>to 4818 Rose St. They also need adult diapers, especially medium pull-ups for the sick and&nbsp;<span> </span>injured, as well as underpads for beds, baby wipes and wipes for adults. Financial donations&nbsp;<span> </span>to assist those who have lost much in the flood and hurricane can be sent to P.O. Box 70113,&nbsp;<span> </span>Houston, TX 77270.</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>The Forge for Families,</strong>&nbsp;a Christian-based community organization, is a temporary&nbsp;<span> </span>American Red Cross shelter, housing more than 300 hurricane victims. They need food, new&nbsp;<span> </span>underwear for men and women, and baby supplies. Easy drop off at 3435 Dixie. Click&nbsp;<a href="https://forgeforfamilies.org/">here</a>&nbsp;for&nbsp;<span> </span>more info about the group.&nbsp;</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>The Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center </strong>is holding dozens of blood drives across the region to help replenish supplies from three donation days lost during Harvey. For a list of drives, click <a href="http://www.giveblood.org/miscellaneous/hurricane-harvey-donations/">here</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Neighbors Emergency Care Centers </strong>are collecting donated items for Harvey relief efforts. Learn more <a href="https://nec24.com/">here</a></p>

                                                                                                <p>&nbsp;</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Where to volunteer:</strong></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Harris County Volunteer hotline: </strong>281-656-1533<strong><span> </span></strong></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong><span>BakerRipley</span></strong><span> is calling for volunteers to sign up for shifts at the shelter at the NRG Center. Sign up <a href="https://volunteer.bakerripley.org/recruiter/index.php?recruiterID=501&amp;class=OppDetails&amp;oppGuid=%7BA377997F-96FE-4CE4-806B-904B35BA132A%7D&amp;t=Disaster-Response-Volunteers" target="_blank">here.</a></span></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Volunteer Houston:&nbsp;</strong>This volunteer-agency match program connects those interested in helping others to groups in need. Look here for ways to donate now, and ways to help in the cleanup that's sure to come. Visit&nbsp;<a title="volunteer" href="http://volunteerhouston.org/">volunteerhouston.org</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>NRG Center: </strong>Sign up for a shift to volunteer with BakerRipley at Houston's largest shelter. <span> </span>Click <a title="NRG volunteer" href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeNxxsBN3JQxGrclUnda-BHX2GrQYCp6ifZwjCsNvL1INP8Kw/viewform">here</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>George R. Brown Convention Center: </strong>Volunteer Houston is coordinating volunteers for the shelter. Sign up for a shift <a href="http://www.volunteerhou.org/user/login/?return=%2Fdrm%2Fneeds%2F">here</a>.</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Toyota Center: </strong>Volunteers are needed here, but asked to register through the <a href="http://www.redcross.org/volunteer/become-a-volunteer#step1">Red Cross</a> and check in at GRB.</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Gallery Furniture </strong>is&nbsp;accepting monetary donations and volunteers to help with its Rebuild TX initiative, which will provide free help with cleaning up homes damaged by Harvey. Click <a href="https://www.galleryfurniture.com/rebuild-tx">here</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Texas Muck Map </strong>helps connect volunteers willing to help clean up homes with flood damage with the homeowners in need. Click <a href="https://www.texasrescuemap.com/muckmap">here</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Houston Food Bank:</strong>&nbsp;Volunteers are needed to sign up for various shifts. Click <a href="https://houstonfoodbank.civicore.com/index.php?section=volOpportunities&amp;action=calendar">here</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Houston Food Bank: </strong>There is a critical need for additional volunteers to take calls, coordinate furniture donations, help with furniture distribution, help move furniture in the warehouse, as well as other duties. Please call: (713) 842-9771 or email info@houstonfurniturebank.org to inquire about volunteering.</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Woodlands Church</strong> at 1 Fellowship Way on Highway 242 needs volunteers to serve, work in shifts, and support those in need who arrive throughout today and the rest of the week. Click <a href="https://www.wc.org/hurricane/">here</a>&nbsp;to donate or volunteer.</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>The South East Texas Regional Advisory Council </strong>is connecting licensed caregiver volunteers with hospitals and health providers in need. Volunteer <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HurricaneHarveyClinicalVolunteers">here</a>.</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Lord of Life Lutheran Church in The Woodlands: </strong>The church&nbsp;is organizing clean up crews to help flood-stricken residents recover.  Crews will work from 10am to 6pm Saturday, Sept 2.<br>Workers should bring solid work gloves, hammers, screwdrivers, electric drills, utility knives and blades, wheelbarrows, pick up trucks, masks 1 gallon spray jobs for use with vinegar solution if they have them.</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>The Lifelong Learning Center in Katy: </strong>The <a title="lifelong" href="https://www.texaslifelonglearning.com/">center </a>is offering free respite care for children with special needs and their siblings, ages 12-22. 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Sept 5-8, 1701 East Ave. Light lunch and snacks included. They're seeking volunteers, too. 832-795-3342 or 832-935-0903; info@avantrcs.com</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Houston Volunteer Lawyers </strong>is asking attorneys to volunteer their time and expertise to provide legal help to storm victims. Register to volunteer <a href="https://portal.makejusticehappen.org/Account/NewRegistrationDisaster.aspx">here</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Willow Meadows Baptist Church</strong>, 4300 W. Bellfort, is organizing volunteer crews to help area homeowners with cleanup efforts Friday and Saturday. Staging times are at 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. Volunteers are asked to bring their own lunch and tools. Call or text 713 922-0877 for details.</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Texas Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster </strong>has a list of religious, community and non-profit disaster relief organizations that provide services to storm victims <a href="https://txvoad.communityos.org/cms/node/104" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Emergency Lodging Assistance </strong>is a FEMA -funded program that provides emergency housing in hotels. Hotels can find out more about participating in the program <a href="https://ela.corplodging.com/">here</a>&nbsp;or by calling&nbsp;1-866-545-9865.</p>

                                                                                                <p>Texas organizations <a title="carter" href="http://www.carterbloodcare.org/">Carter BloodCare</a> and <a title="STexasblood" href="https://southtexasblood.org/">South Texas Blood and Tissue Center</a> are seeking blood donations.</p>

                                                                                                <p>To help<strong> Harvey-struck farmers and ranchers,</strong> the State of Texas Agriculture Relief Fund,  managed by the Texas State Agriculture Department, is accepting private donations. Donate <a href="https://www.texasagriculture.gov/Home/ProductionAgriculture/HayHotline" target="_blank">here.</a> To donate hay and animal feed, check here, or call 512-463-9360.</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>National/global organizations:</strong></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>The American Red Cross</strong> is encouraging people to donate money on its <a title="redcross" href="https://www.redcross.org/donate/hurricane-harvey?scode=RSG00000E017&amp;utm_campaign=Harvey&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwoZTNBRCWARIsAOMZHmF6BSmbXSBPkGMpoLmg4YI67Ir-m7JR-ehL5q--CBbJ44rGA5D56KMaArd1EALw_wcB&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds&amp;dclid=CLHLpYjc_dUCFVyyTwodShwDAA">website</a> or to text 90999 to donate $10. The organization is also asking for volunteers.</p>

                                                                                                <p>Apple is letting users donate to the American Red Cross directly on iTunes and App Store.</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Salvation Army: </strong>Donations will help provide physical, emotional and spiritual care to survivors and relief workers in areas affected by Tropical Storm Harvey. The organization is running two emergency shelters in Houston and has served nearly 120,000 meals to storm victims. To go to <a href="https://give.salvationarmyusa.org/site/Donation2?df_id=28057&amp;mfc_pref=T&amp;28057.donation=form1">helpsalvationarmy.org</a>, call 1-800-SAL-ARMY, text STORM to 51555, or send a check (designated "Hurricane Harvey") mailed to PO BOX 1959, Atlanta, GA 30301</p>

                                                                                                <p>The <strong>International Orthodox Christian Charities</strong> is collecting donations for its <a href="https://support.iocc.org/site/Donation2;jsessionid=00000000.app363b?2740.donation=form1&amp;df_id=2740&amp;mfc_pref=T&amp;NONCE_TOKEN=78C664B4E72FA50F0D8680244FB5007C" target="_blank">Hurricane Harvey Response Fund</a>.&nbsp;</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Direct Relief: </strong>This relief organization sends its inventory of emergency health supplies to areas in need, including the parts of the Gulf Coast affected by the storm. Click <a href="https://www.directrelief.org/emergency/hurricane-harvey-response/">here</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Save the Children: </strong>This organization will be working to bring supplies for children in shelters as well as other support. Click <a title="Save the Children" href="http://www.savethechildren.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=8rKLIXMGIpI4E&amp;b=9506655&amp;ct=15003739&amp;notoc=1">here</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>UNICEF USA </strong>has started a fund to assist children affected by Hurricane Harvey. Click <a href="https://www.unicefusa.org/donate/help-children-affected-hurricane-harvey/32756?utm_campaign=2017_emergencies&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_source=20170902_eappeal&amp;utm_content=general&amp;ms=email_mar_2017_emergencies_20170902_eappeal_general&amp;initialms=email_mar_2017_emergencies_20170902_eappeal_general&amp;eml_name=Harvey%20-%20Main%20Version%20(2)&amp;&amp;eml_id=30444734">here</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Samaritan's Purse:</strong> This nondenominational evangelical Christian group has provided international relief since 1970. To donate to Samaritan's Purse, click <a title="Samaritan's Purse" href="https://www.samaritanspurse.org/disaster/hurricane-harvey/?utm_source=Ggl&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_campaign=m_YGHH-B17V_HHSP-LP">here</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Convoy of Hope:</strong> This group distributes emergency supplies and is on the ground in areas affected by Tropical Storm Harvey. In addition to financial donations, they are looking for volunteers who live within two hours of the storm-damaged area. &nbsp;Visit <a href="http://www.convoyofhope.org">www.convoyofhope.org</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Episcopal Relief and Development:</strong> To help fund efforts for storm rescue, relief and recovery, you can donate to this organization that has an international reach. Click <a title="Episcopal Fund" href="http://www.episcopalrelief.org/stories/hurricane-harvey-2017-what-can-i-do-to-help">here</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Charities </strong>organizes groups of volunteers to help during disasters. Click <a href="https://www.justserve.org/ldscharities">here</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Global Giving</strong>: This crowdfunding site is trying to raise $2 million to help storm victims. To donate to Global Giving, click <a title="Global Giving fund" href="https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/hurricane-harvey-relief-fund/">here</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Heart to Heart International:</strong> The group's disaster response team delivers water, supplies, hygiene/health kits to affected areas. To donate to HHI, click <a title="HHI fund" href="http://www.hearttoheart.org/hurricaneharvey/">here</a>&nbsp;</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Islamic Relief USA:</strong> This national group funds a variety of efforts, including disaster and emergency response efforts under way in Houston. Click <a title="Islamic relief" href="https://secure.irusa.org/donate/donate-now?fund=113&amp;amount=&amp;button=DONATE+NOW+To+Help+Survivors&amp;_ga=2.5267189.735857822.1504031464-2140114545.1504031464#webform-component-fd-cart-container">here</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>United Sikhs:&nbsp;</strong>This religious, international nonprofit organization is organizing volunteers and accepting donations to help bring supplies to underserved neighborhoods affected by Harvey. Call 1-888-423-1690 for assistance with shipping and distribution of donated items. United Sikhs is asking that all supporters consider a $25 or more gift by texting HOUSTON2017 to 91999 or donate <a href="https://app.mobilecause.com/f/1hkr/n">here</a>. To volunteer locally, contact sikhaid@unitedsikhs.org or call (888) 243-1690.</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Mattew 25 Ministries:</strong> This faith-based group provides humanitarian aid and disaster relief worldwide. They accept monetary and product donations. Click <a title="Matthew 25 fund" href="http://m25m.org/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwoZTNBRCWARIsAOMZHmHnRS5Gv2X_bbZDzNVJBYB10oYmO-BR3fav7iHV5GPwSFE1V2AOBu0aAgfuEALw_wcB">here</a></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>WATCHING &nbsp;HARVEY: <a href="/news/houston-texas/article/Harvey-impacts-Texas-Latest-tropical-weather-11953474.php" target="_blank">Death toll &nbsp;reportedly reaches 5 as Harvey spawns massive flooding in Houston area</a></strong></p>

                                                                                                <p><strong><a href="https://www.donorschoose.org/hurricane-harvey" target="_blank">DonorsChoose.org</a></strong> is collecting funds to help teachers rebuild and restock their classrooms with books and other classroom supplies. All of the donations to the relief fund will support classroom projects.</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong><a href="https://betterthanahotel.com/" target="_blank">Better Than a Hotel</a> </strong>is temporarily making all of their available rentals in Austin and College station free for evacuees affected by Hurricane Harvey. For those in need of shelter can contact Albert Smith, director of business development and marketing at albert@BetterThanAHotel.com.&nbsp;</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong><a title="airbnb" href="https://www.airbnb.com/a/Houston--United-States?af=43720035&amp;c=A_TC%3Dxkq94dtyz3%26G_MT%3De%26G_CR%3D193285908665%26G_N%3Dg%26G_K%3Dairbnb%20houston%26G_P%3D%26G_D%3Dc%26%24pi:0.pk:25650617176_193285908665_c_104502759620&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwoZTNBRCWARIsAOMZHmHp04-6SSYVOYrnOwyi43-l3UVwrZq1jaMukTqa29g1pbLfJTKDgvoaAhYsEALw_wcB">Airbnb</a></strong> has launched a site for people looking for a place to stay and for those who can offer shelter. Fees are waived for people who check in before September 25.&nbsp;</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Americares, </strong>an emergency response organization based in Connecticut, is delivering relief supplies and working with a local clinic in Houston. They are <a href="https://secure.americares.org/site/Donation2?df_id=22188&amp;mfc_pref=T&amp;22188.donation=form1" target="_blank">taking donations here</a>.</p>

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                            <span class="caption-truncated"><div><b>Keep a thermometer handy</b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>USDA TIP:</b> Keep appliance thermometers in both the refrigerator and the freezer to ensure temperatures remain food safe during a power outage. Safe temperatures are 40&deg;F or lower in</div></span>
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                            <span class="caption-truncated"><div><b>Strength</b><strong>&nbsp;in numbers</strong></div><div><strong><br></strong></div><div><strong>USDA TIP:</strong> Group foods together in the freezer &mdash; this &lsquo;igloo&rsquo; effect helps the food stay cold longer</div></span>
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                            <span class="caption-truncated"><div><b>...but keep it tidy&nbsp;</b></div><div><strong><br></strong></div><div><strong>USDA TIP:&nbsp;</strong>Place meat and poultry to one side of the freezer or on a tray to prevent cross contamination of thawing juices.</div></span>
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                            <span class="caption-truncated"><div><b>Think a step ahead</b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>USDA TIP:</b> Freeze refrigerated items, such as leftovers, milk and fresh meat and poultry that you may not need immediately &mdash; this helps keep them at a safe temperature longer.</div></span>
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                            <span class="caption-truncated"><div><b>No ice? No problem.</b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>USDA TIP:</b> Freeze water in one-quart plastic storage bags or small containers prior to a storm. These containers are small enough to fit around the food in the refrigerator and freezer to help</div></span>
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                                            <span class="caption-full-text"><b>...And buy lots of it</b><div><br></div><div><b>USDA TIP:</b> Use dry or block ice to keep the refrigerator as cold as possible during an extended power outage. Fifty pounds of dry ice should keep a fully-stocked 18-cubic feet freezer cold for two days.&nbsp;</div>
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                                                                                                <p><strong>HARVEY HITS: <a href="/news/houston-weather/hurricaneharvey/article/hurricane-harvey-houston-reader-photos-flooding-11969380.php" target="_blank">Houston residents share Hurricane Harvey photos on social media</a>&nbsp;</strong></p>

                                                                                                <p>Other organizations that are accepting donations for disaster relief include the <a href="http://www.texasdiaperbank.org/" target="_blank">Texas Diaper Bank</a>, <a href="http://www.driscollchildrens.org/" target="_blank">Discoll Children's Hospital</a> in Corpus Christi.&nbsp;</p>

                                                                                                <p><a href="https://embarkvet.com/" target="_blank">Embark</a> is donating 100 percent of its net profits from consumer website sales from Wednesday to Sunday to the Houston Humane Society and Austin Dog Alliance.&nbsp;</p>

                                                                                                <p><strong>Simon &amp; Schuster </strong>is providing assistance by offering damaged Texas public libraries and school libraries a donation of 250 "best of" titles to help restock their collections. School and public libraries can request the donation by emailing <a title="SS" href="http://www.simonandschuster.net/">S&amp;S</a> at education.library@simonandschuster.com. For booksellers affected by the flooding, S&amp;S is offering multiple copies of 20 new releases and bestsellers free of charge. Booksellers affected should contact the Book Industry Charitable Foundation at help@bincfoundation.org.</p>

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