ShelterBox USA

ShelterBox USA

Non-profit Organization Management

Santa Barbara, California 5,430 followers

By providing emergency shelter and tools for displaced families, we’re transforming despair into hope.

About us

ShelterBox delivers the essentials families need to begin rebuilding their lives in the aftermath of a disaster. From ShelterBoxes to ShelterKits, we can send immediate emergency shelter and other lifesaving equipment anywhere in the world. We instantly respond to earthquake, volcano, flood, hurricane, cyclone, tsunami or conflict and have responded to 275 disasters in 95 countries. ShelterBoxes typically contain a disaster relief tent for a family, thermal blankets and groundsheets, water storage and purification equipment, solar lamps, cooking utensils, a basic tool kit, mosquito nets and a children’s activity pack. ShelterKits contain plastic sheeting, basic tools, rope and fixings that enable families to rapidly provide their own shelter or make repairs to their damaged houses in the aftermath of a disaster. The contents of our aid can be tailored depending on the nature and location of the disaster, with great care taken sourcing every item to ensure it is robust enough to be of lasting value. Highly trained ShelterBox Response Teams distribute aid on the ground, working closely with local leaders, organizations, international aid agencies and Rotary clubs worldwide. Since its inception in 2000, ShelterBox has firmly established itself at the forefront of international disaster relief, providing emergency shelter for the world's most vulnerable people. www.ShelterBoxUSA.org

Industry
Non-profit Organization Management
Company size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Santa Barbara, California
Type
Nonprofit
Founded
2004
Specialties
Disaster Relief, International Aid Organization, NGO, Emergency Shelter, non profit, Syria , and Refugees

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    What an inspiring evening at the ShelterBox USA 2024 Annual Benefit in Santa Barbara! We're so grateful to everyone who joined us at Birnam Wood Golf Club to learn about ShelterBox's life-saving work providing emergency shelter and transforming lives after disaster strikes around the world. It was moving to hear firsthand accounts from ShelterBox Response Team members who have deployed globally and to connect with this passionate community committed to ensuring no family is left without a place to call home. Thank you to our generous table hosts and all who attended this immersive event. Your support is powering ShelterBox's critical mission and making a lasting impact on families in crisis. We're inspired by your generosity! #ShelterBoxAnnualBenefit #DisasterRelief #HumanitarianAid #ShelterBoxUSA

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    You're invited to something special! Join us for our Annual Virtual Benefit on November 14th and step into the front lines of disaster relief. In just one inspiring hour, you'll see how emergency shelter brings hope to families when they need it most. Get exclusive behind-the-scenes access to: • Live updates from current deployments • Stories of resilience from around the world • The journey from disaster to recovery • How your support transforms lives This is more than an event—it's your chance to witness the incredible power of shelter, community, and hope in action. November 14th 5:00-6:00 PM PT 8:00-9:00 PM ET Free virtual event Register here: https://lnkd.in/gAa3HQBh Don't miss this hour of inspiration! #ShelterBoxUSA #DisasterRelief #Humanitarian #EmergencyResponse #CommunityImpact #Hope #GlobalRelief

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    Today, on World Tsunami Awareness Day, ShelterBox honors the resilience of communities facing climate disasters and underscores the importance of preparedness. With your support, we deliver emergency shelter and aid to families who’ve lost everything in the wake of floods, earthquakes, and tsunamis. Preparedness saves lives, and with your help, we can continue to offer shelter, warmth, and hope when disaster strikes. Donate today to help us work toward a world where communities can recover and rebuild: https://lnkd.in/g8f9m3HE #ShelterBoxUSA #WorldTsunamiAwarenessDay #ShelterBox #DisasterRelief

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    TREK WITH PURPOSE | DOLOMITES 2025 Next June, the magnificent Italian Dolomites become more than just a backdrop for adventure. They become your path to creating real change in the world. As you navigate stunning alpine trails and witness breathtaking mountain vistas, families affected by disaster will receive vital shelter and support through your journey. Every mile trekked brings hope to those who've lost everything. This isn't just another mountain adventure - it's your chance to be part of something truly extraordinary. Limited spots are available for June 2025. Register here to secure yours: https://lnkd.in/gJJ2VtT7 Because sometimes the biggest impact starts with a single step. #ShelterBoxUSA #DolomitesTrek #MountainTrekking

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    On 22 October, Severe Tropical Cyclone Trami passed over the Philippines, bringing heavy rains that caused deadly floods and landslides. The storm gained little media attention, but the level of destruction is immense. Our team in the Philippines are gathering as much information as they can to determine the extent of the damage. With aid prepositioned in Cebu, we are ready to support thousands with emergency shelter. Please keep following our channels for future updates on this underreported disaster. #ShelterBoxUSA #CycloneTrami #Trami #ThePhilippines #DisasterAid #DisasterRelief

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    Don't let Sudan become a forgotten crisis It has been over a year since #Sudan erupted into civil conflict. Since then, countless people have lived through a nightmare of displacement and unspeakable atrocities. More than 10 million people are uprooted, including 2 million who are seeking refuge in neighboring countries. #Chad, one of the poorest countries in the world, is currently hosting the largest number of refugees and returnees. Nearly 1 million people have crossed over from Sudan, and more are arriving every single day. While Chad continues to welcome people fleeing the conflict, it is struggling to meet the needs of those fleeing the violence. So far ShelterBox has supported over 22,000 people staying in refugee camps, and by working alongside our partner Help Tchad we are looking to help thousands more. #SudanWar #SudanCrisis #EmergencyShelter #HumanitarianAid #ShelterBoxUSA

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    What started as a single Rotary club's vision has grown into something extraordinary: ShelterBox is now Rotary International's only Project Partner in disaster relief, together reaching over 1 million people with emergency shelter! Experience the power of this unique partnership at our Annual Virtual Benefit on November 14th. See how Rotarians worldwide are opening doors, moving mountains, and transforming disaster response in communities that need it most. One hour of inspiration November 14th 5:00-6:00 pm PT 8:00-9:00 pm ET Register here now to see how we're changing lives together: https://lnkd.in/gAa3HQBh #RotaryInternational #ShelterBoxUSA #PeopleOfAction #ServiceAboveSelf #DisasterRelief

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    Eastern Chad | As conflict continues in neighboring Sudan, over 800,000 people have sought refuge across the border, leaving everything behind. Our team is on the ground working with our local partner Help Chad (AHTD) to provide emergency shelter and essential household items to families who need them most. Together, we're not just providing immediate relief – we're building lasting capacity to respond to shelter needs in the region. Every family deserves a safe place to call home. With your support, we can help make this possible. #ShelterBoxUSA #DisasterRelief #Humanitarian #RefugeeCrisis #Chad #Sudan #EmergencyResponse #HumanitarianAid #GlobalCommunity #DisasterResponse

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    "We are alive. Where there is life, there is hope. We will be back, and we will be back stronger. We just need the help." Born in Petite Martinique, 65-year-old Lucy lives on Carriacou island, where earlier this year Hurricane Beryl left a trail of destruction. When the hurricane hit, Lucy was unable to evacuate. She and her son endured the storm at home, praying the walls wouldn't collapse on them. She recalled "You could the force of the wind going... We stayed in the bathroom until everything was over. When we came out, everything had disappeared around us." Lucy and her family received a ShelterBox tent and other household items like a mosquito net, a kitchen set, and a solar light. Lucy told us "I got the tent, which I love, so bad. I love it, I love it, love it, love it.... The light is wonderful. I use the light in the night for my son." #ShelterBoxUSA #EmergencyShelter #DisasterAid #DisasterRelief #HurricaneBeryl

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