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This online disaster clearinghouse contains links to information from across the nation on philanthropic responses to disasters. Resources address how foundations can prepare their internal operations and grantmaking functions for a disaster. Also included are reports on grantmaking responses to disasters, both in general and in response to specific events such as the September 11 attacks, the Gulf Coast Hurricanes, and the Loma Prieta earthquake.
We would like to continue building to this clearinghouse. If you have resources that you think should be included, please submit a link.
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Emergency Preparedness
Relief, Rebuilding, and Community Transformation
- California State Auditor [WEBSITE]
Emergency Preparedness: California's Administration of Federal Grants for Homeland Security and Bioterrorism Preparedness Is Hampered by Inefficiencies and Ambiguity
This report, issued in September 2006, is based on an audit of California's administration of federal grants for homeland security and bioterrorism preparedness. The audit found that federal funds have not been effectively utilized to either test the state's medical services or gather and review emergency plans from each county.
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- glaxoSmithKline [WEBSITE]
Are All of Your Pieces in Place?
Continuity Planning for Foundations
Provides guidance for foundations on how to continue operations after a disaster. Includes steps on how to establish recovery priorities, perform continuity planning, and communicate effectively during a crisis.
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- Nonprofit Roundtable of Greater Washington [WEBSITE]
Working Together When the Worst Happens: Nonprofit Emergency Preparedness in the National Capital Region
This plan details ways that the Washington, DC nonprofit community will work together in response to a disaster by coordinating case management, volunteer recruitment and management, and managing financial and in-kind donations.
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- San Francisco CARD [WEBSITE]
Agency Disaster Plan
Template to develop an organizational disaster plan
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- San Francisco CARD [WEBSITE]
Collaborating Agencies Responding to Disasters
Emergency preparedness and disaster response web-based resource for nonprofits and community agencies serving people with special needs. Includes free resources such as posters, online preparedness training, and email alerts.
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- U.S. Department of Homeland Security [WEBSITE]
Nationwide Plan Review - Phase 2 Report
This is the second report of a DHS led effort to determine the status of catastrophic planning in the 50 states and urban areas across the country. In Phase 2, DHS used Peer Review Teams to visit the states and urban areas, review and validate the self-assessments, and help determine requirements for federal planning assistance. It was found that current catastrophic planning is unsystematic and not linked within a national planning system. The report includes needs, gaps, and next steps.
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- Council on Foundations [WEBSITE]
Disaster Preparedness and Recovery Plan
Version 1.0, Beta (member account required)
Planning guide for community foundations. Contains assessment and planning tools that address:
- Ensuring safety of personnel.
- Communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Providing timely emergency support and grantmaking service to the community.
- Protecting assets and vital records (electronic data and hardcopy).
- Maintaining continuity of mission-critical services and support operations.
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- The League of California Community Foundations [WEBSITE]
Disaster Preparedness: A Guide to Planning for California Community Foundations
Published in the fall of 2001, the report is intended to serve as a resource for California community foundations as they work to prepare for and respond to disaster. The report includes how some community foundations have addressed disaster preparedness, response and recovery; an overview of organizations involved in disaster preparedness, response, and recovery in California, and a list and summary of materials available for review.
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- Philanthropic Ventures Foundation [WEBSITE]
Preparing for and Responding to Public Emergencies and Natural Disasters
Designed to help foundations prepare for and respond to disasters and emergencies of all scales. The handbook tries to identifiy a role for foundations vis-a-vios the roles of the Red Cross, FEMA, and the United Way, and other govrernmental agencies.
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- The San Diego Foundation [WEBSITE]
The San Diego Regional Disaster Fund Manual of Operations
(contact foundation for publications)
This manual incorporates lessons learned from the philanthropic response to San Diego area wildfires in 2003. It includes policies and procedures for the regional disaster fund, including definitions of a disaster, process for grantmaking, bylaws, a disaster recovery plan, a pre-prepared disaster press kit, and a sample letter to donors.
Contact the San Diego Foundation at (619) 235-2300 or (858) 385-1595, info@sdfoundation.org to request a copy of the report.
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- Council on Foundations [WEBSITE]
Disaster Grantmaking: A Practical Guide for Foundations and Corporations
Published in November 2001, this report is based on a year-long study by the European Foundation Centre and the Council on Foundations. It outlines eight principles of good disaster management, lessons learned from disaster grantmaking, and examples of good and bad practices.
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- Council on Foundations [WEBSITE]
Disaster Relief: Providing Assistance through Charitable Organizations
Provides information for people and non-grantmaking organizations to consider when making disaster related donations, such as whether and how to set up a new charity, giving through an existing charity, and utilizing an employer-sponsored assistance program.
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- Council on Foundations [WEBSITE]
Family Matters, Volume 8, Number 2, Spring 2003 (member account required)
Targeted to family foundation staff and trustees, this edition of Family Matters focuses on grantmaking in response to disasters.
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- Council on Foundations [WEBSITE]
Grantmaking Legal Resources - Disaster Grantmaking (member account required)
Links to various COF and IRS memos about grantmaking in support of disasters
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- Council on Foundations [WEBSITE]
Legal Guidelines for Providing Disaster Relief (member account required)
Advice for corporate grantmaking in support of the Southeast Asian tsunami
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- Council on Foundations [WEBSITE]
Principles of Good Disaster Grantmaking (member account required)
Outlines eight principles to consider for disaster grantmaking:
- First, do no harm.
- Stop, look and listen before taking action.
- Don't act in isolation.
- Think beyond the immediate crisis to the long term.
- Bear in mind the expertise of local organizations.
- Find out how prospective grantees operate.
- Be accountable to those you are trying to help.
- Communicate your work and use it as an educational tool.
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- Council on Foundations [WEBSITE]
We Were There: The Role of Philanthropy in National Disasters
Discusses four philanthropic responses to disasters: the Loma Prieta earthquake, the Oklahoma City bombing, September 11, and Hurricane Katrina. PR piece
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- Foundation News and Commentary [WEBSITE]
Legal FAQs on Disaster Grantmaking
Responses to frequently asked legal questions for corporate grantmaking in response to disasters.
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- Institute for the Study of International Migration, Georgetown University [WEBSITE]
Philanthropic Grantmaking for Disaster Management: Trend Analysis and Recommended Improvements
Review of grantmaking to disasters and humanitarian emergencies from September 11, 2001 to the present. Provides recommendations on best practice for improving the effectiveness of disaster related grantmaking.
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- National Center for Family Philanthropy [WEBSITE]
Emergency Giving: The Role of Family Donors in Relief, Recovery, and Rebuilding
Includes tips for making grants for disaster relief, recovery, and rebuilding.
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- Foundation Center [WEBSITE]
9/11 Relief and Regranting Funds: A Summary Report on Funds Raised and Assistance Provided
Summary of findings from a survey of 111 9/11 related relief funds. The report describes the scope of activity of the funds, populations served, types of assistance provided, methods of fundraising, administrative costs, and fund allocation policies.
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- Foundation Center [WEBSITE]
Assessing the Post-9/11 Funding Environment: Grantmakers' Perspectives
Report based on a survey of 9/11 donors and grantmakers to determine how 9/11 philanthropy affected funding focuses and levels in 2001. The survey found that only 15% reduced funding in other areas to support 9/11 related activities and most did not shift their funding priorities or create new programs. Although respondents incurred significant losses in assets in 2001, only a fourth reduced overall giving, and 38% actually increased giving.
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- Foundation Center [WEBSITE]
Giving in the Aftermath of September 11 - Final Update on the Foundation and Corporate Response
Summarizes philanthropic responses to 9/11 by private foundations and corporate giving entities.
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- US General Accounting Office [WEBSITE]
September 11 - Interim Report on the Response of Charities
Published September 3, 2002, this report to Congress discusses the role of charitable aid, including the amount of donations raised, how funds were dispersed, oversight and coordination of charitable efforts, and lessons learned for distributing charitable aid. Based on interviews and information from the twelve largest funds related to Septembers 11, as well as federal, state, and local officials.
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- United Way of New York City [WEBSITE]
September 11th Fund - One Year Later
Report on grants and activities of the September 11th Fund.
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- The Aspen Institute [WEBSITE] and
Nonprofit Sector Research Fund [WEBSITE]
The Response of Local Nonprofits to Hurricane Katrina
Includes a brief description of the charitable and governmental resonse to Hurricane Katrina, as well as suggestions for policymakers, foundations, and corporate donors.
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- The Aspen Institute [WEBSITE] and
Nonprofit Sector Research Fund [WEBSITE]
Weathering the Storm: The Role of Local Nonprofits in the Hurrican Katrina Relief Effort
Report on the nonprofit and philanthropic response to Hurricane Katrina. The report found that small and medium-sized nonprofit and faith-based groups provided critical disaster response services and aid, largely without the support of the major, national relief agencies, both private and governemental. Includes recommended actions for policymakers and foundations and corporate donors.
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- Foundations for the Mid South [WEBSITE]
Reflection Memorandum
Hurricane Katrina: Looking Ahead
Report on September 15, 2006 meeting of 90 leaders from the mid South nonprofit sector. The purpose of the meeting was to share information, develop relationships, and determine next steps and communication.
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- Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers [WEBSITE]
Response to Katrina: Future Plans for Strategic Funding
teleconference recordings
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- Foundation Center [WEBSITE]
Giving in the Aftermath of the Gulf Coast Hurricanes
Report on foundation and corporate response
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- Fritz Institute [WEBSITE]
Hurricane Katrina: Perceptions of the Affected
Report on research of the perception and experiences of Hurricane Katrina victims in the first 48 hours after and first 30 days after the storm hit. The goal of the survey was to identify gaps and challenges in order to better prepare for future disasters.
PDF file
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- Louisiana Disaster Recovery Foundation [WEBSITE]
Philanthropy and the Response to Disaster: Lessons from the Hurricanes Katrina and Rita
Transcript of a speech delivered by Ambassador James A. Joseph, Chairman of the Louisiane Disaster Recovery Foundation to the New York Regional Association of Grantmakers on July 12, 2005.
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- Ms. Foundation for Women [WEBSITE]
and the Women's Funding Network [WEBSITE]
The Calm in the Storm: Women Leaders in Gulf Coast Recovery
Funding strategies and principles endorsed by the NFG board for member responses to Hurricane Katrina.
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- Neighborhood Funders Group [WEBSITE]
Funding Strategies and Principles
Funding strategies and principles endorsed by the NFG board for member responses to Hurricane Katrina.
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- New York Regional Association of Grantmakers [WEBSITE]
Donors' Guide to Gulf Coast Relief and Recovery
Developed by the NYRAG Gulf Coast Recovery Task Force, this guide provides a list of resources for nonprofits working with populations affected by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, a description of organizations funded by NYRAG members, and information for donors on the population and economy affected by the hurricanes.
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- New York Regional Association of Grantmakers [WEBSITE]
Notes from the NYRAG Learning Forum:
Voices of the Gulf Coast: Strategies for Hope & Change
Notes from the July 12, 2005 learning forum that includes remarks about rebuilding needs and efforts James Joseph, chairman of the Louisiana Disaster Recovery Foundation, a panel discussion with Lionel McIntyre, associate professor of urban planning, Columbia University, Judith Browen, co-director, Advancement Project, Steve Bradberry, ACORN, Lauren Anderson, NHS, and Lorna Bourg, president/executive director, Southern Mutual Help Association. The panel discussed issues and needs in the Gulf Coast region, and how nonprofits organizations are responding.
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- New York Regional Association of Grantmakers [WEBSITE]
What Philanthropy Owes Katrina's Victims By George D. Penick
Outlines questions that should be addressed by philanthropy in responding to Hurricane Katrina, including:
- Who will rebuild communities torn apart by the storm?
- Will the people who need help the most get it?
- What role should private philanthropy play in light of the vast amounts of government funding?
- Will rural areas get assistance?
- How can grantmakers be most helpful?
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- Southeastern Council of Foundations [WEBSITE] and
Effective Communities Project [WEBSITE]
After the Flood: Some "Out Of The Box" Options For Foundations
Advise to foundations on how to be more innovative in their response to Hurricane Katrina. Suggestions include making different investments such as micro-enterprise funds and community development loans, partner differently with grantees, and using their influence with organizations, government, and big business.
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- Southeastern Council of Foundations [WEBSITE]
International Rescue Committee [WEBSITE] and
Baton Rouge Area Foundation [WEBSITE]
Baton Rouge Area Katrina Response Rapid Assessment, Final Report September 23, 2005
Report on the rapid assessment of needs of displaced peoples in the Baton Rouge area after Hurricane Katrina. The goals of the assessment were to identify the needs of the most vulnerable in the population, educational needs, psychosocial needs, public health needs, and relocation needs. This information was gained through interviews with Red Cross shelter residents and staff.
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- The Urban Institute [WEBSITE]
and
The Hauser Center for Nonprofit Organizations [WEBSITE]
After Katrina: Public Expectation and Charities' Response
Essays from a December 2005 seminar on "Charities' Response to Disasters: Expectations and Realities. The essays discuss strengths and weaknesses of the charitable response to the Gulf Coast hurricanes and lessons learned from previous disasters and how well they were applied in this case. Essays discuss the need for government to provide a coordinating role in disaster response, as well as the need for realistic expectations of charities' role given the limited size and resources of many community based organizations.
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- Northern California Grantmakers [WEBSITE]
Earthquake Bulletin Final Report
This report summarizes the private sector response, challenges, and lessons learned during the first six months following the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake.
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- Fritz Institute [WEBSITE]
Lessons from the Tsunami: Top Line Findings
Report on research of the NGOs and affected families of the Indian Ocean tsunami. The goal of the survey was to better understand the dynamics of the relief operation and to improve responses to future disasters.
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- The San Diego Foundation [WEBSITE]
San Diego After-the-Fire Report
(contact the foundation for printed report)
Report the San Diego Foundation's After-the-Fire Fund which supported health and human services, rebuilding of affordable housing, and the environment. Contact the San Diego Foundation at (619) 235-2300 or (858) 385-1595, info@sdfoundation.org to request a copy of the report.
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- Fritz Institute
[WEBSITE]
Surviving the Pakistan Earthquake: Perceptions of the Affected One Year Later
This report outlines the results of a survey of 621 households in the five most-affected districts of Pakistan, in August 2006, ten months after the earthquake. The survey gauged perceptions of the adequacy, timeliness, quality, and distribution process of relief goods and services. Findings point to the importance of coordination of relief delivery. Large segments of the population were found to have received no or little assistance.
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