Hurricane Melissa

Category-5 Hurricane Melissa made landfall in southwestern Jamaica on October 28 and is the third strongest hurricane ever recorded in the Atlantic Ocean. It later hit Cuba as a Category-3 hurricane before continuing across the Caribbean and impacting Dominican Republic, Haiti, the Bahamas and Bermuda.

In Jamaica, Cuba and across the central Caribbean, Hurricane Melissa’s life-threatening rains triggered flash floods in low-lying areas and landslides on higher terrain. Tidal surges caused tsunami-like flooding in low-lying coastal areas, threatening lives, livelihoods, and infrastructure.

How PASTOR FRANKLIN WALLACE is supporting the Hurricane Melissa response in JAMAICA

Direct aid and rebuilding

Emergency relief: Collect and distribute essential items such as food, water filters, hygiene kits, and shelter materials to communities affected by disasters.
Housing construction: Organize and fund construction projects for building new homes or repairing existing ones, using both skilled and unskilled volunteers to assist with tasks like block laying, plumbing, and painting and much more
Financial assistance: Provide direct financial aid to families in need, working through local partners to ensure the support reaches the intended recipients effectively.

Community development and social support

Promote justice and peace: Advocate for community development and speak out against crime and injustice by working with local civil society groups to hold the government accountable for promises made to communities.
Emotional and mental health support: Offer emotional and mental health support, which is a key focus for relief efforts, especially in the aftermath of a crisis, says Catholic Relief Services.
Support local initiatives: Partner with local organizations and churches to implement projects that address specific community needs, such as health and community development.

How you can help people impacted by Hurricane Melissa

Your donation provides food, shelter, medical aid and more to families affected by Hurricane Melissa.

Every contribution helps rebuild lives and restore hope.

Basic necessities: bottled water, non-perishable foods (canned goods, rice, beans, pasta), baby formula, hygiene supplies (soap, toothpaste, sanitary pads, diapers), sanitizer and wipes, towels and washcloths, bed linens (new)
Shelter: tarpaulins, ropes, duct tape, buckets, cleaning supplies, flashlights, batteries, small tools (hammers, nails, screwdrivers, drills), solar lamps
Medical Supplies: first aid kits, bandages, antiseptic creams, gloves and face masks

Money raised will enable PASTOR FRANKLIN WALLACE to provide immediate relief, support recovery efforts, and resilience and preparedness and capacity strengthening activities for future events. The Jamaican people and areas impacted may evolve based on emerging needs and compounding future events.

ALL DONORS WILL RECEIVE A RECEIPT FOR TAX PURPOSES

PASTOR FRANKLIN WALLACE

MAKE CHEQUE PAYABLE TO

THE OPEN BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH

Hurricane Melissa - Drop Off Location

The Open Bible Baptist Church

3342 Ruth Fertel Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L5N2R2

When dropping off items, please ensure there are staff onsite before leaving items behind. Collections will be accepted until the end of the year. All contributions will be coordinated in partnership with The Open Bible Baptist Church to ensure they reach those most in need.

Join PASTOR FRANKLIN WALLACE today to support disaster relief and recovery efforts for affected communities.

Through this collaboration, we aim to provide essential aid, resources, and hope to those impacted, reinforcing our commitment to compassion, resilience, and social responsibility.

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Hurricane Melissa
Relief Donation Fund

By giving today, you help us prepare, protect and care for families across Jamaica. Every act of kindness counts. Together, let’s we can save lives and rebuild hope.

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