5 results for "disaster relief"
π Acts of KindnessThree Wisconsin organizations are making it easier than ever to give back, with flexible volunteer roles ranging from remote phone interviews to tutoring kids with Down syndrome. Whether you have five hours a week or just a few, there's a way to make a real difference in your community.
π Acts of KindnessWhen multiple feet of snow buried Oswego County, a volunteer disaster relief team traveled to help seniors dig out. Their swift response kept vulnerable residents safe and connected after one of the area's biggest winter storms.
π InnovationMajor Japanese airline ANA Holdings is launching an innovative drone delivery service to connect remote island communities with essential supplies by 2029. The heartwarming initiative promises to overcome geographical barriers and ensure isolated populations have reliable access to medicines, daily necessities, and disaster relief.
In a heartwarming shift inspired by global disaster relief models, New South Wales SES has embraced "volunteers for a day," welcoming over 1,200 spontaneous helpers during the May 2025 floods. This innovative partnership between community mud armies and official responders is transforming how Australia tackles natural disasters, turning everyday citizens into temporary heroes.
π¦Έ Community HeroesMyanmar's Fire Services Department has honored 200 charitable organizations and volunteer groups for their selfless dedication during search and rescue operations following the Mandalay earthquake. The recognition celebrates the tireless efforts of hundreds of volunteers who came together to help their communities in a time of crisis.