Disaster Mitigation, Preparedness, Recovery and Response

The information below is related to general disaster mitigation, preparedness, recovery and response. For more information about Helene-related recovery, please visit  our Hurricane Helene Relief and Recovery page. 

Best Practice Guidance For Disaster Relief Philanthropy

• NEW: NCNG has developed a Disaster Response Playbook. This is a members only resource. If you have difficulty accessing the page, please e-mail mbostic@ncgrantmakers.org. 
• Disaster Philanthropy Playbook: The needs of communities after a disaster are innumerable. The Playbook, from the Center for Disaster Philanthropy, is designed to help funders catch up to these needs and offers tested response strategies. 
• Additional resources are also available on the Center for Disaster Philanthropy website about the impact of hurricanes and how to help after a storm hits.

Disaster Relief and Recovery Information

• NC Inclusive Disaster Recovery Network (NCIDR) is a collaborative of public, non-profit, and faith-based organizations that amplifies community voice and advocates for inclusive decision-making and equitable outcomes in planning for, recovering from, and making our communities more resilient to disasters.
• The North Carolina Department of Public Safety posts information about road conditions, shelters, food assistance and other storm information.
• Individuals seeking assistance in their communities may call 2-1-1 to be connected to available resources, including help with housing and shelter, utilities, healthcare, food, clothing and household goods, etc. Additional information is available here. 
• The North Carolina Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster organizes volunteers and resources ahead of disasters. The VOAD's role is to bring organizations together and enable them to understand each other and work together during times of disaster preparedness, response, relief and recovery.
• Ready NC posts information about efforts to recover and rebuild after recent storms. 

For companies to set up Employee Relief Funds

• For companies wanting to provide funding support for their employees during disasters, E4E Relief is available to help organizations set up Employee Relief Funds.