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Over the last 48 hours, we’ve witnessed thousands of people without power, flooded roads, damaged buildings, and a lack of essential resources. In times like these, organizations and local nonprofits must consider how we can effectively show up for our community. -How can we provide resources and support in innovative ways during disasters and unexpected emergencies? -What are some creative ways your organization can engage in community care during these challenging times? Let's talk about it!

How can communities support a church that faced significant damage due to a fire, impacting its community center and outreach programs? Community Center at La Mesa Church Damaged in Fire. A fire caused around $300,000 in damage to La Mesa Adventist Church's community center in California. The blaze, starting in vegetation, spread to the building, damaging the interior and exterior. The cause is under investigation. The Sparrow Academy on church grounds was unaffected. Key Takeaways: - Swift Fire Response: Efficient collaboration between fire departments highlights the importance of quick response to minimize damage in emergency situations. - Community Impact: Fires affecting places of worship underline the vulnerability of community spaces and the need for support during recovery. - Outreach Program Continuity: Despite the fire, maintaining services like the church's outreach program demonstrates resilience in continuing community support efforts. #churchsafety https://lnkd.in/gRBTE-4c

How is the resilient community of Maui rising from the ashes and what steps are being taken to aid in their recovery following devastating wildfires? Maui wildfires recovery, United Way of Northern California, Larry Olmstead on Maui resilience, community spirit in Maui after fires, Lahaina fire aftermath, Camp fire destruction and death tolls, United Way grants for wildfire survivors in Maui , immediate financial assistance post-wildfires by United Way of Northern California , promoting stable housing for wildfire survivors.

How is the resilient community of Maui rising from the ashes and what steps are being taken to aid in their recovery following devastating wildfires? Maui wildfires recovery, United Way of Northern California, Larry Olmstead on Maui resilience, community spirit in Maui after fires, Lahaina fire aftermath, Camp fire destruction and death tolls, United Way grants for wildfire survivors in Maui , immediate financial assistance post-wildfires by United Way of Northern California , promoting stable housing for wildfire survivors.

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Before it burns out of control, take control. Encourage your team to participate in wildfire prevention activities such as clearing dry vegetation, creating emergency plans, and volunteering for community firebreak projects. Proactive steps can protect lives and property. More guidance ➡️https://ow.ly/9aKn50Srb6E #WildfirePrevention

The U.S. Supreme Court has just issued a decision on the homelessness crisis. Here’s why this ruling is a ticking time bomb for Portland: ⚠️ Oregon is the only western state with a codified right to camping if too few shelters are available. ⚠️ If surrounding states and cities aggressively enforce new camping laws, Portland may become the city of last resort. ⚠️ We do not have enough emergency shelter beds. Our failed city leadership refuses to build enough for our current needs and has not prepared for the implications of the Grants Pass decision. It’s time to stop blaming the federal, state, and county governments for failing to act. We must clear our city of hazardous encampments, derelict cars, and unregistered, unsafe RVs, but we must do it cost-effectively and with the compassion that has always defined our community. As mayor, I’ll end unsheltered homelessness in Portland within 12 months of assuming office. Nighttime emergency shelter will provide safety, security, shelter, and sleep. Day shelters will serve as a ‘warm handoff’ designed to assess individual needs, connect individuals with resources, and permanently help our neighbors off the streets. It’s a proven blueprint developed by my nonprofit, Shelter Portland. We’ve seen the success of this strategy in other cities. If you want to bring this winning blueprint to Portland, a contribution to my campaign could make all the difference. #portland #pdx #homelessness #grantspassdecision #scotus #keithwilsonformayor

So honored to be a small part of preparedness, response and recovery:

Building community is so important to me. As I consider how to build more resilient communities, I want to share what I do in my own neighborhood. I live in a community that is older than many of the neighborhoods nearby but that has less accumulated wealth, so we tend to feel like outcasts. This results in neighbors acting out in a variety of ways, but I always try to see them as children who are searching for what they needed as they grew up, and that helps me to love them. Here is what I do: -I host a yearly Halloween party at our community building, with "Pin the bandages on the mummy", "Decorate your own grave" (pudding, crushed oreos, Milanos for headstones, and paper and markers to make the epitaph as they eat), a spooky music playlist (ALL the versions of Monster Mash are on that bad boy!), and more! -We organize a yearly clean-up of public spaces to promote a sense of shared pride among residents and to get neighbors talking. -A yearly block party where everyone brings out their grills, tables, etc. to basically have a tailgate-style party with people wandering about, trying the goodies their neighbors have made, and making friends. -I force my partner to be a part of the HOA (sorry, fam, I just can't handle that group!) What are your ways to build community where you live? What do you suggest we do to continue bridging the gap between neighbors (a good natural disaster always brings us together, but I'd love to build that community without the terror of flooding and the inconvenience of weeks without power as I live in Hurricane Country)?

While families continue to struggle with rising rents and home prices, costs associated with housing like supportive services, energy, and transportation continue to spike. Here at Navigate, we approach housing and community development holistically, tackling housing costs while also ensuring that residents are financially stable and on a path to homeownership. As part of our holistic community development approach, we recently announced a scaled-up commitment of $3.7 million to local organizations providing for critical needs. The 2023 #NavigateGivesBack program supported organizations providing clothing, food assistance, disaster relief, and more. More: https://prn.to/476JrIb