The United Way of Southwest Alabama’s Community Crisis Fund has received a $75,000 disaster relief grant from The Allstate Foundation to support communities affected by Hurricane Isaias. The investment will help United Way and its nonprofit partners respond to recovery needs as families and neighborhoods work to rebuild following the storm.

The grant reflects The Allstate Foundation’s commitment to helping communities prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters. Through United Way’s Community Crisis Fund, the grant will support local organizations working to address the immediate and ongoing needs of residents affected by Hurricane Isaias.

“When a hurricane passes, the emergency may be over, but the challenges facing families are often just beginning,” said Justine Bixler, president and CEO of United Way of Southwest Alabama. “Some families need help with immediate necessities, while others face weeks or months of repairs and financial uncertainty. The Allstate Foundation’s $75,000 grant gives us an opportunity to address those changing needs and help families find their footing again.”

“The Allstate Foundation is proud to support United Way of Southwest Alabama as it helps communities recover in the wake of Hurricane Isaias. Through our Emergency Response Fund, we’re providing resources for immediate and ongoing recovery needs so communities can begin to rebuild and move forward,” said Kate Nack, vice president of The Allstate Foundation and social impact.

United Way of Southwest Alabama established the Hurricane Isaias Community Crisis Fund to connect donations for local recovery needs. The fund now serves 19 counties across Alabama and Northwest Florida, with contributions supporting nonprofit organizations and recovery efforts in the communities designated by donors.

Help communities recover

Individuals, businesses, and organizations can support Hurricane Isaias relief and recovery. Donors may designate the county they wish to support.

• Donate Online: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/f/6bgp/n?vid=1svsgc
• Text to Give: Text ISAIAS26 to 91999 and follow the instructions to complete a donation.
• Scan the QR Code: Scan the QR code accompanying this release to access the donation form.

All contributions to the Community Crisis Fund support Hurricane Isaias relief and recovery efforts.

 Resources for residents

 Residents affected by Hurricane Isaias can access the following resources:

• Crisis Cleanup: Residents needing storm-related cleanup assistance can call 800-451-1954. Assistance is free but not guaranteed due to demand.
• United Way 2-1-1: Individuals and families seeking help with food, housing, utilities, health care and other essential services can dial 2-1-1 or call 888-421-1266. The service is free, confidential, and available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Additional Hurricane Isaias recovery resources are available at https://uwswa.org/need-help/disaster-assistance/community-crisis-fund/.