How and what to donate for the Taal Volcano victims
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We've got you covered on what you need to know about sending relief efforts for the Taal evacuees.
Although donating to Taal Volcano eruption victims is a great way to declutter, we should also be mindful of what to donate and what to keep and give to garage sale instead.
The Taal Volcano eruption on January 12 diasplaced thousands of families, with at least 30,000 people moving to evacuation sites in Cavite and Batangas.
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Here is a list of what to donate and what not to donate and how to deliver them.
What you can donate:
- Baby/infant needs
- Blankets
- Cash
- Cleaning materials
- Water
- Face masks
- Towels
- Easy-to-open goods
- Toiletries
- Bed bags
- Non-prescription medicine
- Baby/infant needs
- Cleaning materials
What not to donate:
- Toys
- Prescription medicine
- Opened or expiring food items
- Formal clothing
- Miscellaneous items such as bags, books, gadgets, and things you typically see in a garage sale
How to donate:
Various non-government organizations, advocacies, and government units have prepared volunteers to accept donations for Taal Volcano eruption victims. Here are some of the organizations who are sending your help to where it's needed:
GMA Kapuso Foundation
GMA Kapuso Foundation prepares to come to the aid of Batangas residents displaced by the eruption of Taal Volcano.
For more information, log onto: https://www.gmanetwork.com/kapusofoundation/donation
Caritas Manila
Caritas Manila is a church-based nonprofit organization with one of the biggest relief efforts for victims of the Taal Volcano eruption.
For donations in kind, the drop-off site is at 2002 Jesus Street, Pandacan, Manila.
For more information, log onto: https://caritasmanila.org.ph/donate-donate-in-kind/
Philippine Red Cross
The Philippine Red Cross is a humanitarian organization accepting donations in kind at various offices in Cavite.
Their hotline is (02) 790-2300 local 931/932/935
Philippine Red Cross-Cavite Chapter is now accepting donations. Check the photos for the location of the drop off centers. Let us extend help to the victims of Taal Volcano eruption. pic.twitter.com/pOM4FP6VLG
-- Richard J. Gordon (@DickGordonDG) January 13, 2020
Tulong Kabataan
Tulong Kabataan is accepting donations in kind at the Kabataan Partylist Office located at 117C Matatag Street, Barangay Central, Quezon City.
Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS)
PAWS is also sending out help focused on rescuing animals in and around Taal Lake. According to PAWS, pet dogs, cows, and other livestock have been left at the site when people were evacuated. For cash donations, you may deposit to the PAWS official bank account.
Peso Accounts:
BPI: Philippine Animal Welfare Society | 3943-0086-11
PNB: Philippine Animal Welfare Society | 1888-70015305
Dollar Account:
BPI: Philippine Animal Welfare Society | 3944-0021-61
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA)
Animal rights group PETA is accepting donations in kind such as cat food, dog food, telescopes for scouting stranded animals, leashes, and collars. You may drop off your donations at the PETA Asia office located at Unit 706, Fedman Building, 199 Salcedo Street, Legaspi Village, Makati City.
As the critical level for Taal Volcano continues to be on Level 4, resources must be made gathered and distributed to all evacuees to ensure everyone's welfare.
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