PRAYERS NEEDED: Wild fires in Central Texas

How to Help Fire Victims

Updated: Tuesday, 06 Sep 2011, 12:36 PM CDT
Published : Monday, 05 Sep 2011, 11:58 AM CDT

Below are a list of agencies and groups that are collecting money and donations to help the victims of the Central Texas fires.

Red Cross of Central Texas

You can donate to the Red Cross by visiting their WEBSITE or by calling 512-929-1250 or 512-928-4271. Or you can text REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10 donation.

Also you can donate in person or by mailing a check to:

American Red Cross of Central Texas
2218 Pershing Drive
Austin, TX 78723

Red Cross is looking or volunteers. If you would like to volunteer please call the Red Cross at 512-928-4271.

Austin Disaster Relief Network

To make a donation to the Austin Disaster Relief Network, visit their WEBSITE or mail a check to:

Austin Disaster Relief Network
P.O. Box 3817
Cedar Park, Tx 78630
Attn: Greater Austin/Bastrop Fire Relief Fund

The ADRN has also set up several donation sites.

In Kind Donations Needed:

Diapers, Baby Food, Adult Food (non-perishable), Trash Cans, Trash Bags, Underwear, Kennels for Dogs, Socks, and Water

In Kind Drop Off Locations:

Fellowship SW Church in Buda (3870 FM 967, Buda) Monday, 9AM-9PM and T-F from 9-5PM
Austin Christian Fellowship (6401 Riverplace Drive, Austin) M-F, 9AM-5PM
Church of the Resurrection (2008 Justin Lane, Austin), M-F, 9AM-6PM
Celebration Church (1202 Rabbit Hill Trail, Georgetown), M-F, 9AM-5PM

Volunteers:

General Volunteers are not needed at this time but future volunteer needs will be posted on this page as they are assessed and determined. If you are a trained Red Cross Shelter Volunteer or if you have been trained in Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) training and would like to volunteer your time, please email us [email protected]. Thank you!

Volunteer Hotline: 512-331-2200

Catholic Charities of Central Texas

Catholic Charities of Central Texas is accepting donations to support families and individuals displaced from their homes and residing in temporary shelters. Monetary donations and any of the following items can be donated on Tuesday, September 6 in Austin at the Diocese of Austin Pastoral Center located at 6225 Highway 290 East between the hours of 7 to 10 a.m. and 4 to 7 p.m.

Medical Supplies
BP Cuff
Nebulizer
Thermometer
Glucometer
Pen lights
Tongue Depressors
Ibuprofen
Gauze Wrap
ACE Bandages
Neosporin Cream
Bandages
Other Supplies
Sleeping Bags
Blankets
Pillows
Towels
Shampoo
Body wash
Toothpaste
Paper Plates, Cups, Napkins, Plastic Utensils
Deodorant Sprays for men and women
Disposable Razors
Shaving Cream
Baby Wipes
Size 4 Diapers
Baby Shampoo
Sanitizer
Depends Undergarments

Donations of the items above will also be accepted from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Catholic Charities of Central Texas in Austin at 1817 E. Sixth Street, Austin, TX 78702, (512) 651-6102. Any community organization or faith community wishing to organize a donation drive is welcomed to contact Catholic Charities Disaster Response Office at (512) 651-6132.
Monetary donations can also be made payable to Catholic Charities Disaster Response. An online donation page is in progress.


YMCA Offering Free Child Watch for Bastrop-Area Residents

Beginning Tues., Sept. 6, 10am - 5pm

Ages: Potty-Trained & Older

Location: Bastrop Christian Church
1104 Church St.

Contact: Terry Moore: (727) 643-2977

The YMCA of Austin is providing free child care for Bastrop-area families with trained, licensed staff so parents can handle urgent family business while kids enjoy recreational time in a fun, safe environment. Space is available on a first-come, first-served basis. The service will continue for a limited time through the duration of the wildfire crisis.


There are also several collection bins set up that are accepting clothing and food donations.


Capital Area Food Bank
Collection bin at 8201 South Congress Austin TX


Clothing Donations
Old Wind's/Dollar General Store,
210 Main St, Smithville, TX


VFW Hall in Elgin
118 Old Sayers Road
Elgin, TX 78621


Hays County
111 E. San Antonio St., Ste. 202
San Marcos, TX 78666
512-393-7302

Anyone or group wishing to donate water/food for firefighters or evacuees or to volunteer to help in any way, such as in a shelter, etc., in Hays County should call the Volunteer Coordinator Lidia Contreras at 512.393.7302.
Laureen Chernow
Hays County Communications Specialist
[email protected]
Office: 512.393.2296
Cell: 512.461.5093
Fax: 512.393.2227
111 E. San Antonio St., Ste. 202
San Marcos, TX 78666
www.co.hays.tx.us

Austin Dirty Dog

Austin Dirty Dog is accepting pet related donations at all locations: dog/cat food, cat litter, crates, toys, towels, etc

Texas Lost Pines Riding Club

Please drop off feed for livestock at the Texas Lost Pines Riding Club. People are there to accept hay, grain, and any feed as well as buckets, feeders, etc.

Texas Lost Pines Riding Club
186B Hwy 995
Elgin TX 78621
LINK

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