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<p dir="ltr"><span id="docs-internal-guid-dc6e8fba-3e4f-cdb5-04c1-b9f1eecd5298">Hurricane Harvey is being called one of the costliest storms in U.S. history. Its catastrophic devastation has caused over one million people to evacuate their homes in Texas.</span></p><p><span id="docs-internal-guid-dc6e8fba-3e4f-cdb5-04c1-b9f1eecd5298"><a href="https://www.fema.gov/hurricane-harvey?utm_source=hp_promo&amp;utm_medium=web&amp;utm_campaign=disaster" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FEMA officials</a></span> say that about 325,000 people have already sought federal emergency aid. First responders are continuing to conduct<a href="https://www.firerescue1.com/search-rescue/articles/318883018-Firefighters-begin-block-by-block-search-for-survivors-in-Houston/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> block-by-block searches</a>, looking for anyone alive or dead. The<a href="https://www.ems1.com/fatal-incidents/articles/319819048-Officials-Death-toll-from-Harvey-rises-to-at-least-60/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> current death toll</a> has risen to 60, but officials said that number may change in the coming days or weeks.</p><p dir="ltr"><span id="docs-internal-guid-dc6e8fba-3e4f-cdb5-04c1-b9f1eecd5298">However, amongst the flooding and destruction, it has been incredible to watch people from all walks of life help in the rescue efforts. The "</span><a href="https://www.firerescue1.com/disaster-management/articles/317766018--Cajun-Navy-headed-to-Texas-to-help-hurricane-victims/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cajun Navy</a>," a group of good Samaritans formed after Hurricane Katrina, have helped save thousands of stranded people in Houston.</p>


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<p dir="ltr"><span id="docs-internal-guid-dc6e8fba-3e4f-cdb5-04c1-b9f1eecd5298">First responders – police, fire and EMS – have banded together from all over the U.S. to help save those affected by the powerful storm. Additionally, active duty service members, the National Guard and U.S. Coast Guard have assisted in countless water rescues.</span></p><p dir="ltr"><span id="docs-internal-guid-dc6e8fba-3e4f-cdb5-04c1-b9f1eecd5298">Among the estimated </span><a href="http://abcnews.go.com/US/harvey-now-tropical-storm-makes-landfall-louisiana/story?id=49507156" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">30,000 to 40,000 homes destroyed</a> in the Houston area, are homes belonging to the men and women who have put everything on the line to save others: our first responders. The State Firefighters' and Fire Marshals' Association of Texas reported that<a href="https://www.firerescue1.com/hurricane-harvey/articles/318846018-Firefighters-who-have-lost-their-homes-in-need-after-Harvey/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> many firefighters suffered major losses</a> in the disaster. It's estimated that 80 percent of firefighters in one department have lost their homes.</p><p dir="ltr"><span id="docs-internal-guid-dc6e8fba-3e4f-cdb5-04c1-b9f1eecd5298">Many first responders are exhausted after working non-stop during search and rescue efforts, as captured in this viral photo of a</span><a href="https://www.policeone.com/police-heroes/articles/414617006-Photo-of-officer-passed-out-from-Hurricane-Harvey-response-goes-viral/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> deputy who took some much-needed rest</a> after rescuing those trapped by rising waters.</p><p dir="ltr"><span id="docs-internal-guid-dc6e8fba-3e4f-cdb5-04c1-b9f1eecd5298">We commend their immeasurable hours of work during this disaster and we also want to shed light on the organizations and charities raising money for first responders directly affected by the storm.</span></p><p dir="ltr"><span id="docs-internal-guid-dc6e8fba-3e4f-cdb5-04c1-b9f1eecd5298">Here are some ways you can give back to first responders affected by Hurricane Harvey.</span></p>
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<h3 dir="ltr"><strong><span id="docs-internal-guid-dc6e8fba-3e4f-cdb5-04c1-b9f1eecd5298">Acadian Employee Emergency Relief Fund</span></strong></h3><p dir="ltr"><span id="docs-internal-guid-dc6e8fba-3e4f-cdb5-04c1-b9f1eecd5298">Acadian Ambulance, headquartered in Lafayette, Louisiana, created a relief fund to provide immediate financial assistance to Acadian Ambulance employees who are experiencing financial hardships resulting from Hurricane Harvey.</span><a href="http://form.jotformpro.com/72393945909976" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Click here</a> to make a contribution and help the agency's team members in Texas.</p><h3 dir="ltr"><strong><span id="docs-internal-guid-dc6e8fba-3e4f-cdb5-04c1-b9f1eecd5298">International Association of Fire Fighters Foundation Disaster Relief Fund</span></strong></h3><p dir="ltr"><span id="docs-internal-guid-dc6e8fba-3e4f-cdb5-04c1-b9f1eecd5298">You can help IAFF members working during Hurricane Harvey through the IAFF Disaster Relief Fund. You can</span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/donate/484796145235080/10214456327984275/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> donate here</a> – the IAFF Disaster Relief Fund is aiming to raise $10,000. The fund has currently raised over $3,500.</p><h3 dir="ltr"><strong><span id="docs-internal-guid-dc6e8fba-3e4f-cdb5-04c1-b9f1eecd5298">National Volunteer Fire Council Volunteer Firefighter Support Fund</span></strong></h3><p dir="ltr"><span id="docs-internal-guid-dc6e8fba-3e4f-cdb5-04c1-b9f1eecd5298">Volunteer firefighters and emergency personnel whose homes have been impacted as a result of Hurricane Harvey can apply for a NVFC stipend to assist with basic needs in the aftermath of the storm. Learn</span><a href="http://www.nvfc.org/nvfc-volunteer-firefighter-support-fund/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> more here</a>.</p><h3 dir="ltr"><strong><span id="docs-internal-guid-dc6e8fba-3e4f-cdb5-04c1-b9f1eecd5298">State Firefighters' and Fire Marshals' Association of Texas Hurricane Harvey Relief</span></strong></h3><p dir="ltr"><span id="docs-internal-guid-dc6e8fba-3e4f-cdb5-04c1-b9f1eecd5298">By</span><a href="https://www.sffma.org/SFFMA_-_Hurricane_Harvey/FloodRelief" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> donating here</a>, you can help the fire departments in the impacted area –&nbsp;78 percent of which are volunteer –&nbsp;recover financially and continue to help those in need. All proceeds will go toward an immediate relief fund.</p><h3 dir="ltr">STATE FIRE MARSHAL'S OFFICE OF TEXAS T-SHIRT DONATION</h3><p dir="ltr">The Texas Fire Marshal’s Office is also requesting that any unused firefighter or EMS T-shirts be donated so they can be distributed specifically to firefighters, paramedics and their families in need.</p><h3 dir="ltr"><strong><span id="docs-internal-guid-dc6e8fba-3e4f-cdb5-04c1-b9f1eecd5298">Fraternal Order of Police Foundation Disaster Relief</span></strong></h3><p dir="ltr"><span id="docs-internal-guid-dc6e8fba-3e4f-cdb5-04c1-b9f1eecd5298">The FOP Foundation is helping officers who have been displaced by Hurricane Harvey. You can make a one-time donation or can contribute monthly. For more information,</span><a href="http://www.fop.net/CmsPage.aspx?id=229" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> click here</a>.</p><h3 dir="ltr"><strong><span id="docs-internal-guid-dc6e8fba-3e4f-cdb5-04c1-b9f1eecd5298">Assist the Officer Foundation</span></strong></h3><p dir="ltr"><span id="docs-internal-guid-dc6e8fba-3e4f-cdb5-04c1-b9f1eecd5298">Assist the Officer is accepting donations to aid Houston-area officers who have been affected by Hurricane Harvey. You can</span><a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=a7moXWRgCIhUwksmA1k5YNW5xlSL0qcTnNgZWe25QbOI4EfZJev_X1NNJTHMtUJB_AYZZW&amp;country.x=US&amp;locale.x=US" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> donate online</a> or send checks to: 1600 State Street in Houston, Texas, 77007.</p><h3 dir="ltr"><strong><span id="docs-internal-guid-dc6e8fba-3e4f-cdb5-04c1-b9f1eecd5298">Los Angeles Protective League Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund</span></strong></h3><p dir="ltr"><span id="docs-internal-guid-dc6e8fba-3e4f-cdb5-04c1-b9f1eecd5298">For one week, the LAPPL will be matching all donations (up to $5,000) made to the Assist the Officer Foundation. Donate by Sept. 6 and type "LAPD" in the special instructions box. The LAPPL will double the impact of your generous donation.</span><a href="https://www.lapd.com/donate-hurricane-harvey-relief-fund" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Learn more here</a>. &nbsp;</p><h3 dir="ltr"><strong><span id="docs-internal-guid-dc6e8fba-3e4f-cdb5-04c1-b9f1eecd5298">Police Wives of America Relief Fund</span></strong></h3><p dir="ltr"><span id="docs-internal-guid-dc6e8fba-3e4f-cdb5-04c1-b9f1eecd5298">Police Wives of America is gathering drinks, snacks and toiletries to send to first responders in Houston. You can </span><a href="https://www.policewivesofamerica.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">donate here</a> – 100 percent of all proceeds will go to first responders affected by the storm.</p><h3 dir="ltr">HOUSTON POLICE OFFICERS' UNION</h3><p dir="ltr">The Houston Police Officers' Union sent out an appeal asking that donations be sent to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.assisttheofficer.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Assist the Officer, Inc.</a>, a 501(C)3 charity established 30 years ago in Houston, which provides aid to law enforcement during disasters.&nbsp;</p><p dir="ltr">You can make a donation&nbsp;<a href="http://www.assisttheofficer.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">online here</a>, or mail a check to: Assist the Officer,&nbsp;FBO Harvey Relief,&nbsp;1600 State Street,&nbsp;Houston, Texas 77007</p><p dir="ltr"><span id="docs-internal-guid-dc6e8fba-3e4f-cdb5-04c1-b9f1eecd5298">As with any organization or charity, be sure to check its legitimacy. Some organizations claim to be sending 100 percent of their funds to Hurricane Harvey victims, but may not be entirely truthful. Charity Navigator</span><a href="https://www.charitynavigator.org/index.cfm?bay=content.view&amp;cpid=5239&amp;from=homepage&amp;order=charity" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> compiled a list</a> of reputable organizations providing assistance to those affected by Hurricane Harvey.<a href="https://trust.guidestar.org/helping-in-the-wake-of-hurricane-harvey?utm_content=59595962&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;utm_source=twitter" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> This list</a> can also help you determine if a charity or organization is legitimate.</p><p dir="ltr"><span id="docs-internal-guid-dc6e8fba-3e4f-cdb5-04c1-b9f1eecd5298">There are hundreds of Houston-area charities and organizations. If you're looking to help outside of first responder charities and organizations, consider local organizations such as the</span><a href="https://ghcf.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund</a>,<a href="http://www.houstonspca.org/?referrer=https://www.google.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Houston SPCA</a>,<a href="http://www.houstonhumane.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Houston Humane Society</a>,<a href="http://www.houstonfoodbank.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Houston Food Bank</a>,<a href="http://www.foodbankcc.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Food Bank of Corpus Christi</a> or the<a href="https://sahumane.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> San Antonio Humane Society</a>.</p><p dir="ltr"><span id="docs-internal-guid-dc6e8fba-3e4f-cdb5-04c1-b9f1eecd5298">To all first responders: Thank you for your continued efforts during the recovery efforts and remain safe out there. 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