How to Help Those Affected by Hurricane Helene: Resources, Donations, Government Programs

ORLANDO, Fla. – Hundreds of thousands of Florida residents were hit by Hurricane Helene, which wreaked havoc on the state's Gulf Coast with storm surges, flooding and devastating winds before making landfall in the Big Bend region as a Category 4 storm.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said local, state and federal agencies and utility companies were working around the clock to restore power, clear and reopen roads and clear debris from the storm.

Whether you are personally affected by Hurricane Helene or want to help, there are several resources available to you. We have listed a few below.

Recovery from Hurricane Helene in Florida

FloridaDisaster.org

Volunteer Florida

• Visit www.volunteerflorida.org for information on donating, volunteering and other resources following Hurricane Helene.

Florida State Assistance Information Hotline

• Call 1-800-342-3557 to reach the Florida State Assistance Line and get information about resources. Available in English, Spanish and Creole.

Disaster relief hotline

• Call 833-514-2940. Available 24/7.
• Available to discuss potential eligibility with FEMA and SBA, insurance claims assistance, contractor questions, eviction issues, home and property rights related to a disaster. Legal assistance is free. Representation not guaranteed as per FloridaDisaster.org website.

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration Disaster Hotline

• Call or text 1-800-985-5990. Available in Spanish.
• Deaf or hard of hearing? Call 1-800-985-5990 directly from your video phone or click here.

American Red Cross

• Call 1-800-733-2767 (1-800-RED CROSS).
• Download the Red Cross emergency app

Samaritan's Purse Hotline

• 1-833-747-1234
• Free assistance for disaster-affected homeowners.

Florida Baptists Public Disaster Relief

• Call 904-253-0502 or text “Helene” to 27123
• Free assistance for disaster-affected homeowners.
• Volunteers may be able to assist with storm debris removal, temporary roofing, chainsaw work, and mucking out

Crisis Cleanup Number

• Call the Crisis Resolution Hotline: 844-965-1386

Hurricane Helene: How to Apply for FEMA Assistance

Hurricane Helene Aid: How to donate

Florida Price Gouging Hotline: How to Report Fraud After Hurricane Helene

• Call the Florida Price Gouging Hotline: 1-866-966-7226 (1-866-9NO-SCAM)
• You can also report price gouging or fraud to the Florida Attorney General's Office at MyFloridaLegal.com or the No Scam app.
• Frequently asked questions

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