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Ordering Publications

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Individuals or organizations who would like to order printed copies of Ready publications can do so by calling 1-800-BE-READY. Multiple copies can also be requested by calling the FEMA Warehouse at 1-800-480-2520


Downloading Publications

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has made files for the Ready Campaign's publications available to the public to download at no cost. As a result, organizations can reproduce these materials and help expand the reach of this critical information. If you wish to place your organization's logo or mailing information on the publication, please download the customizable brochure back cover.

Many of the following downloads are Adobe Acrobat PDF files. If you do not have Adobe Acrobat Reader, click on the link below. Detailed instructions for downloading and installing the Acrobat Reader are available on the Adobe website.
Acrobat Reader Required, 220Kb  Get Adobe Acrobat Reader

Reprint Terms of Use

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In reproducing the publication, you agree to the following:

  1. Any customization of the publication will be limited to the addition of a logo and address on the back cover, not to exceed the type size of DHS's name and address, in the location provided.
  2. The content, photos, graphics and figures will not be altered in any way beyond permitted customization.
  3. The materials should not be used or displayed in any manner as to imply that the Department of Homeland Security or the U.S. Government endorses your company's products or services.

If you have any comments or concerns about this agreement, please contact DHS's Office of Public Affairs at (202) 282-8010.


Individual & Family Publications

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  • High-Resolution "Family Emergency Plan" Quadfold Brochure
    This is a full-color, two-sided, quad-fold brochure. PDF format - 1.5Mb
    Acrobat Reader Required, 5.7Mb  Adobe Acrobat PDF
    Download ZIP, 11.5Mb  ZIP Archive Version
  • Family Emergency Plan US Letter - 8.5" x 12"
    This is a full-color, two-sided document. PDF format - 581 Kb
    Acrobat Reader Required, 581Kb  Adobe Acrobat PDF - Print Version
    Acrobat Reader Required, 581Kb  Adobe Acrobat PDF - Web Version - active input fields to enter information.
  • High-Resolution "Preparing Makes Sense. Get Ready Now." Trifold Brochure
    This is a full-color, two-sided, tri-fold brochure. PDF format - 6Mb
    Acrobat Reader Required, 5.7Mb  Adobe Acrobat PDF
    Download ZIP, 10Mb  ZIP Archive Version
  • Customizable Trifold Back Cover
    This is a one-page customizable page to include your organization's logo. PDF format - 1 Mb
    Acrobat Reader Required, 860Kb  Adobe Acrobat PDF
    Download ZIP, 240Kb  ZIP Archive Version
  • High-Resolution "Preparing Makes Sense. Get Ready Now." Booklet
    This is a full-color, 16 page booklet. PDF format, Web Version - 790Kb and ZIP Format, All Print Files - 67Mb
    Acrobat Reader Required, 790Kb  Adobe Acrobat PDF
    Download ZIP 67Mb  ZIP Archive Version
  • Customizable Brochure Back Cover
    This is a one-page customizable page to include your organization's logo. PDF format - 1 Mb
    Acrobat Reader Required, 526Kb  Adobe Acrobat PDF
    Download ZIP, 1.7Mb  ZIP Archive Version
  • "Are You Ready?" Manual
    This is a 204-page In-depth guide to citizen preparedness. PDF format - 20.6Mb and TXT format - 224Kb
    Download the Are You Ready? Manual - Acrobat Reader, 20.6 Mb  Adobe Acrobat PDF
    Download the Are You Ready? Manual Text Version - TXT, 223Kb  Text Version
  • Emergency Supply List
    This download is a full-color, two-sided, tri-fold brochure. PDF format - 253 Kb
    Acrobat Reader Required, 253Kb  Adobe Acrobat PDF
  • "Older Americans" Quad-fold Brochure
    This is a full-color, two-sided, quad-fold brochure. PDF format - 3.3 Mb and 3.7 Mb
    Acrobat Reader Required, 3.3Mb  Adobe Acrobat PDF
  • "Disablities and Special Needs" Quad-fold Brochure
    This is a full-color, two-sided, quad-fold brochure. PDF format - 3.4 Mb and 3.75 Mb
    Acrobat Reader Required, 3.4Mb  Adobe Acrobat PDF
  • "Information for Pet Owners" Trifold Brochure
    This is a full-color, two-sided, tri-fold brochure. PDF format - 1.2 Mb
    Acrobat Reader Required, 1.2Mb  Adobe Acrobat PDF

For more information on individual and family preparedness go to the Ready America publications page at www.ready.gov/america/publications/index.html

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Printer-Friendly Handouts

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These two-page printer-friendly handouts are condensed versions of our brochures and are an easy and inexpensive way to supplement the Ready brochures at events where you expect mass attendance. These can also be easily sent to employees, colleagues, members or stakeholders via email.

  • "(Modified) Preparing Makes Sense - Get Ready Now"
    This download is 2-sided, 4-color. PDF format - 1 Mb
    Acrobat Reader Required, 1Mb  Adobe Acrobat PDF
  • "(Modified) Preparing Makes Sense - Older Americans"
    This download is 2-sided, 4-color. PDF format - 833 Kb
    Acrobat Reader Required, 833Kb  Adobe Acrobat PDF
  • "(Modified) Preparing Makes Sense - Individuals with Disabilities and Other Special Needs"
    This download is 2-sided, 4-color. PDF format - 911 Kb
    Acrobat Reader Required, 911Kb  Adobe Acrobat PDF
  • "(Modified) Preparing Makes Sense - Pet Owners"
    This download is 2-sided, 4-color. PDF format - 673 Kb
    Acrobat Reader Required, 673Kb  Adobe Acrobat PDF

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Business Publications

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  • "Every Business Should Have A Plan." Quad-Fold Brochure
    This download is a 2-sided, 4-color quad-fold document. PDF format - 264 Kb
    Acrobat Reader Required, 264Kb  Adobe Acrobat PDF
  • "Every Business Should Have A Plan." Booklet
    This download is a 12 page book, full-color cover. PDF format - 6.7 Mb
    Acrobat Reader Required, 6.7Mb  Adobe Acrobat PDF
  • General Business Poster
    This is a one-page, full-color document,reminding business people to protect their business with an Emergency Preparedness Plan. PDF format - 223 Kb
    Download General Business Publication, Acrobat Reader 223Kb  Adobe Acrobat PDF
  • Sample Business Emergency Plan
    This download is a 7 page document, full-color cover. PDF format - 466 Kb
    Acrobat Reader Required, 466Kb  Adobe Acrobat PDF
  • What Does It Cost?
    This is a one-page document, covering the general costs to a business for disaster protection and a business continuity plan. PDF format - 128 Kb
    Acrobat Reader Required, 128Kb  Adobe Acrobat PDF
  • Insurance Discussion Form
    Use this form to discuss your insurance coverage with your agent. Having adequate coverage now will help your business recover more rapidly from a catastrophe. PDF format - 227 Kb
    Acrobat Reader 227Kb  Adobe Acrobat PDF
  • Computer Inventory Form
    This is a one-page document, with table fields for hardware type, sizes, purchased date, serial number and cost. PDF format - 148 Kb
    Download Computer Inventory Form, Acrobat Reader 192Kb  Adobe Acrobat PDF

For more Ready Business downloads, go to the Ready Business publications page at www.ready.gov/business/publications/index.html

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Ready Kids Publications

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  • Ready Kids Activity Book
    This is a full-color, two-page document. PDF format - 2.4 Mb
    Acrobat Reader Required, 316Kb  Adobe Acrobat PDF
  • Ready Kids Stickers
    This is a full-color, 1-page document. PDF format - 800 Kb
    Acrobat Reader Required, 800Kb  Adobe Acrobat PDF
  • Ready Kids Poster
    This is a full-color poster. PDF format - 692 Kb
    Acrobat Reader Required, 692Kb  Adobe Acrobat PDF
  • Ready Kids Teaching Guide
    This is a full-color, 8-page document. PDF format - 456 Kb
    Acrobat Reader Required, 220Kb  Adobe Acrobat PDF

For more Ready Kids downloads, go to the Ready Kids publications page at www.ready.gov/kids/parents/downloads.html

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If you do not have Adobe Acrobat Reader, click on the link below. Detailed instructions for downloading and installing the Acrobat Reader are available on the Adobe website.
Acrobat Reader Required, 220Kb  Get Adobe Acrobat Reader

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