Broadcast-quality video footage highlights the vital contributions of volunteers in Katrina recovery and the ongoing need for more volunteers through footage of volunteers in action and soundbites from Federal Gulf Coast Recovery Coordinator Don Powell, Corporation CEO David Eisner, AmeriCorps members, and others.
“Hope and Help in the Gulf” videos and PSAs show the power of national service in responding to the hurricanes and ask viewers to serve in the Gulf as volunteers and AmeriCorps members.
AmeriCorps and the National Association of Broadcasters have collaborated to launch "AmeriCorps … Get Involved," a new radio public service campaign. The bilingual spots tell the story of how AmeriCorps is responding to Hurricane Katrina and feature on-location interviews with real AmeriCorps members currently working at shelters throughout the Gulf Coast. Click here to learn more.
If you are planning on volunteering directly in the hurricane-affected area, please click here for important health information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Disaster Assistance for Victims. Response and recovery information for victims - individuals and businesses. Links to government benefits, services, education and shelter. Information for federal and military employees.
Finding Loved Ones. Finding loved ones and information on replacing records (drivers' licenses, passports) , telephone hotlines and frequently asked questions on effects and aftermath of hurricane.
Government Agencies and Recovery Response Overall view of what government agencies are doing and links to their main hurricane response pages. Links to resources for the media.