Dear Rotarian
The Rotary Foundation has declared a Disaster of Magnitude and established a temporary Hurricane Melissa Response Fund to support communities affected by the powerful storm that has caused widespread destruction and displacement across the Caribbean.
Hurricane Melissa made landfall in the Caribbean as one of the strongest hurricanes on record, leaving communities facing loss, displacement, and widespread devastation. Many communities have no electricity or access to clean water.
Rotary members across the region are mobilizing to provide aid, and you can help make this possible. The fund will support disaster response grants for member-led projects that provide emergency relief, including food, medicine, clothing, and clean water. Here’s how you can help:
- Donate to the Hurricane Melissa Response Fund.
- Fundraise among your colleagues, friends, and family through Raise for Rotary.
- Learn about local Rotary disaster response efforts.
You can donate to the Hurricane Melissa Response Fund from now through 31 January 2026. If the needs diminish, or if we raise more funds than necessary, your donations will be used to respond to disasters elsewhere. Your support can make resources available to help people affected by Hurricane Melissa as they try to rebuild their lives after this devastating storm.
Together, we can make a lasting difference for those affected and continue Doing Good in the World
