When disaster strikes, rural communities face unique challenges that compound the negative impacts. Complicated federal funding equations often leave rural communities behind and resources can be spread out and more time-consuming to access after a disaster.
United Way of Southwest Virginia, with help from donors, nonprofits, and other community partners, can help. Our established system for processing large volumes of online gifts and our network of volunteers and partners allow us to rapidly scale and resource the community in times of need.
PANDEMIC RELIEF
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, in addition to the health crisis, communities across America scrambled to secure PPE, get food on the table for suddenly unemployed families, and help parents get the skills and resources to home-school. Here's how United Way of Southwest Virginia helped.
Emergency PPE distribution
Vaccine Education
Pandemic Resource Guide
Trauma-informed Resource Guide
FLOODING
On September 27, 2024, Southwest Virginia experienced extreme destruction as a result of Hurricane Helene.
In response to the devastation, United Way of Southwest Virginia has set up the 2024 SWVA Regional Disaster Relief Fund where individuals or organizations can donate to support the recovery and rebuilding efforts for citizens in our service area.
The donated funds will be provided to the affected counties then be overseen in each county as if they had been donated directly to that county's fund.
As always, every dollar donated goes to relief efforts. United Way of Southwest Virginia has no fees, administration, or any other collection from donated funds. 100 percent of donations go to the communities.
DONATIONS
To donate towards the SWVA regional recovery efforts click here: https://unitedwayswva.charityproud.org/Donate/MiniCampaign/34132
United Way of Southwest Virginia works with authorities and partners in the individual counties to distribute funds.
