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Did you know? According to NOAA, the 2020 Atlantic hurricane season set a record with 30 named storms, surpassing the previous record of 28 storms in 2005. Stay informed and prepared! #stepsfoundationinc #samismyreason #lifeskills #osceolacounty #kissimmeeflorida #kissimmeefl #saintcloud #saintcloudfl #saintcloudflorida #stcloudfl #stcloud #stcloudflorida #poincianaflorida #poincianafl #celebrationflorida #celebrationfl #nonprofit #nonprofitorganization #ipledgetomakeadifference #hurricanepreparednessweek

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First Onsite has a strategy for any natural disaster that may occur. Each can and will be modified to ensure we serve the community and clients as best we can. Learn more about our Hurricane Ian response: https://bit.ly/3OJ9O1c

Hurricane season is upon us, and in Louisiana, we know all too well the importance of being prepared. 🌪️ To help our nonprofit community navigate these uncertain times, we've created a comprehensive guide on Disaster Preparedness: Continuity of Operations Planning. Ensure your organization is ready to weather the storm with crucial tips and strategies to maintain operations during and after a disaster. Download our guide today: https://lnkd.in/gBXVCzAH #HurricaneSeason #DisasterPreparedness #LouisianaNonprofits #ContinuityPlanning #StaySafeLouisiana #TheAllianceForLouisianaNonprofits

"You read a report and it says 95% destroyed, but when you're driving around the island and you're seeing 95% destruction first hand... you can just see how challenging it is for those affected." 🎥 Our team is on Carriacou Island, witnessing the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl, speaking to communities, and preparing our response. Watch the video below to see the current situation and the challenges faced by those affected.

As we enter hurricane season, it's essential to ensure that you and your family are prepared for potential storms. Stay tuned throughout the week for tips, resources, and information to help you stay safe and informed. #stepsfoundationinc #samismyreason #lifeskills #osceolacounty #kissimmeeflorida #kissimmeefl #saintcloud #saintcloudfl #saintcloudflorida #stcloudfl #stcloud #stcloudflorida #poincianaflorida #poincianafl #celebrationflorida #celebrationfl #nonprofit #nonprofitorganization #ipledgetomakeadifference #hurricanepreparednessweek

This year 35 million children are under threat from the most active Atlantic Hurricane season ever ⚠ Right now, Hurricane Beryl is causing huge destruction and devastating the lives of families in the Caribbean and Latin America. The strong winds and heavy rainfalls characteristic of storms of this magnitude have torn through houses and left people with no electricity, clean water or a safe place to take refuge. And the #ClimateCrisis will only make these events become ever more frequent and continue to put children's lives at risk. That is why it's crucial to understand how best to help children in these emergencies. Do you know a child or adult these tips could help? Share our guide➡️ https://lnkd.in/e48mnVyR

Wildfires in Maui. Hurricane Idalia in Tampa. Tropical storm Hilary in California. They are just a few of the events in today’s era of #naturaldisasters, with 2023 poised to be a record year for US climate and weather catastrophes. While 61% of US companies have raised their total philanthropy giving for natural disasters levels in recent years, fewer than half are conducting planning exercises to prepare for future disasters. 🌀 🔥 Read our new report, produced in collaboration with E4E Relief, to learn more about Corporate America’s #disasterphilanthropy practices: https://lnkd.in/e6SbGGeP

Read my latest report for The Conference Board ESG Center, on how leading companies are responding to #naturaldisasters. #disaster #philanthropy #csr #socialimpact #corporatecitizenship #esg