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Support Needed for Hurricane Helene Victims

Collection Drive for those left devastated by Hurricane Helene
Tuesday, October 8th
11:00 am - 11:30 am
Maddison Stop and Shop (128 Samson Rock Dr., Madison)

Hurricane Helene caused significant damage in Asheville, North Carolina, and through Western North Carolina leaving many in urgent need of assistance.  Rotary Clubs in Southern CT are organizing a massive relief effort this Tuesday.

Rotary's in Southern CT will help pack trucks with needed items and immediately be on their way to Asheville North Carolina.  The supplies will be distributed there to the Rotary district in Asheville, ensuring that your donations reach those most affected by Hurricane Helen in that area.

Please help Old Saybrook Rotary and our neighboring local Rotary's by purchasing the needed items listed and dropping them off on Tuesday, October 8th at the Madison Stop and Shop.  Drop off 11:00 am - 11:30 am.

  • Canned or packaged food with a shelf life, such as ramen, pasta, and rice
  • paper products: toilet paper, paper towels, feminine hygiene and diapers
  • Pet food and kitty litter
  • All types of batteries
  • Heavy-duty extension cords
  • Generators
  • Bar & chain oil for chainsaws42-cycle fuel mix for chainsaws
  • Chains and sharmerners7paper plates, plastic utensils
  • Shelf-stable milk
  • Bug spray, disinfectant spray
  • Baby food & formula
  • Hand-held can openers
  • Over-the-counter meds & first aid kits
  • Sports drinks
  • Livestock/chicken feed
  • Cots, tents, sleeping bags

Thank you.

If you would like to make a monetary donation, Checks can be made out to Old Saybrook Rotary.  Make sure you indicate on the check Hurricane Helene Donation.
Mail checks to:  PO Box 1125, Old Saybrook, CT  06475
website:  www.osrotary.org


 

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