How to donate to those affected by Hurricane Odile
Hurricane Odile crashed through Los Cabos only last weekend, yet already we have witnessed some incredibly humane efforts in helping those in crisis and desperate need. The very same fighting spirit has been shown in beginning the huge clear up effort involved in restoring beautiful Baja to her full and radiant glory. In the past week, there have also been a number of relief funds set up to help the people on the ground come to terms with what has happened and to help them to rebuild their lives.
The following are some options for those who are considering sending some financial help to the local people of Cabo and the damaged businesses here. At this stage, every little counts. Please note, that we are not affiliated with these organisations but merely want to pass their information on and urge that you consider your options carefully before donating. If other worthy causes become apparent, we may add them to this page.
This powerful video, produced by Mike Arce, shows just some of the destruction that Odile has left in it's path across Cabo.
Bisbees Cabo Relief Fund
The Bisbees Conservation fund have set up a fund to help local families with limited resources to rebuild not only their homes, but their whole worlds. They have pledged to create temporary shelters whilst rebuilding takes place and to provide the vital transportation to allow aid to reach those who need it.
In addition funds will be allocated to help the small boat Charter companies get back in the water and back to business as quickly as possible.
You can read about the fund and donate via their website: https://bisbeesconservationfund.org/donate/CaboRelief
The Papala Society For Todos Santos
Todos Santos took a direct hit from odile. The markets within the town were depleated of supplies and many
homes destroyed. People there are stuggling to survive and require assistance to help get them back on their feet. Todos Santos is a small pueblo that shows the true heart of the people of Baja.
All money donated will be distributed by the Palapa Society in to
Todos Santos. The society know the community and are well
organized.
Donate to the Papala Society Hurricane Relief Fund.
Visit the Papala Society website.
The Humane Society of Cabo San Lucas
As we previously reported, some of the animals in the Baja bore the full force of Odile's fury. One of those fundraising and doing great work in helping in this area is the Humane Society of Cabo San Lucas who's facility was hit bad and needs rebuilding. You can donate online via their website, where they announce; "We were able to get temporary foster care for many of the animals before Odile hit Los Cabos and thank God none of the animals died during the Hurricane, but the Center has sustained major structural damage and is in urgent need of repair. Any help you can give will be appreciated beyond what you can imagine."
Visit their website for more information or to make a donation here: https://www.crowdrise.com/hurricaneodilerelieffund
These photos are of the Humane Society going about their work in recent days after Odile hit, putting funds raised to good use.
Again, please consider your options and look into these causes thoroughly before donating, but we urge that you do give generously if you can. Every little can make a difference.
Read more on the emergency supplies and relief in Cabo