What you Can do to Help Louisiana Flood Disaster Victims

The 500-year flood that came as a result of unprecedented torrential rains and ravaged massive areas in the state have left thousands homeless and helpless in the aftermath of the flooding. An updated report by the New York Times stated that the death toll has reached 8 while other sources claim a death toll of 9, with over 20,000 residents rescued by emergency response crews and good samaritans. As the state's residents await assistance, President Barak Obama has issued a declaration of disaster, and many organizations have opened their doors to accept donations and help. Below is a list of organizations and clubs we've been able to compile so far that are available to accept donations.

The Red Cross

The Red Cross is accepting cash donations and volunteers ASAP. Visit the Volunteer Louisiana website to signup for volunteer opportunities or donate today. Alternately, you can call (855) 489-2528 for more information.

Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office (LA)

While some of the larger organizations have stated that donations of clothing are among the most "unhelpful" of all when it comes to their specialty of providing assistance, clean clothing is undoubtedly needed and is being accepted by the Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office.

Instructions & Contact Information:

Accepting donations of clean, usable clothing and underwear in its original sealed packaging. All clothing donations should be bagged or boxed and delivered to the ATB training building at 819 S. Broad Street.

819 South Broad Street
New Orleans, LA 70119
(504) 822-8000

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority (LA)

The Rho Epsilon Chapter of ZPB has established a GoFundMe account where individuals can donate to help families and student flood victims of the Baton Rouge area. The fund is set at $10,000, with the goal of donating $500 to each affected family.

Rouses Markets (LA)

The market chain has partnered with Second Harvest Food Bank to accept cash donations and donations of non-perishable food, cleaning supplies, and toiletries. The donations can be made online or at the cash register.

Second Harvest Food Bank
Interested helpers can go to the No-Hunger website and help South Louisiana via the Second harvest Food Bank. The site is accepting volunteers and food donations.

Contact Information:

New Orleans Facility
700 Edwards Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70123
504.734.1322
HELP@SECONDHARVEST.ORG

Lafayette Facility
215 East Pinhook
Lafayette, LA 70501
337.237.7711

Pet Supply Plus (AL)

The Hillcrest & Airport locations of Pet Supply Plus will be departing a truck to Baton Rouge to unload donations at the Denham Springs Animal Shelter.

Instructions & Contact Information:

Accepting donations of dry and canned foods that do not require refrigeration. Domestic pet supplies like leashes, collars, cat litter and food dishes may also be accepted.

803 Hillcrest Road
Mobile, AL 36695
(251) 343-9702

The University of South Alabama (AL)

The athletics department of USA will be available in the Stanky Feild parking lot to accept donations from Aug 16 until Sunday - Press Release.

Instructions & Contact Information:

The department is accepting donations of water, non-perishable food, cleaning supplies and equipment, insect repellants and batteries.

307 N. University Blvd. #130
Mobile, AL 36608
(251) 460-6101