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The Gianforte Family Foundation has donated $147 million to nonprofits since 2004, with $112 million staying in Montana to support rescue missions, education programs, and family services. Last year alone set a record with $16 million in grants, including $1.4 million to Flathead Valley organizations.
When disaster shelters close, specially trained Red Cross volunteers step in to help displaced families find permanent housing and reconnect with loved ones. One Tennessee volunteer has deployed 15 times to ensure survivors leave with dignity and hope.
Chennai is creating specialized recovery shelters where homeless people can heal after hospital discharge, ending the practice of releasing vulnerable patients directly to the streets. The Greater Chennai Corporation plans at least 30 new facilities with medical care, counseling, and support services.