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“Together, We Rise and Rebuild.”
Our mission is to provide essential relief, ensuring families have access to food, hygiene supplies, and basic household necessities during this challenging time.
Food
Nourishment & Food Supplies
We are collecting non-perishable food items to help families sustain themselves while recovery efforts are underway. Every can, packet, or staple item ensures that no one goes hungry in the days ahead.
Canned goods (meats, fish, vegetables, fruits)
Dried foods (rice, beans, pasta, oats)
Powdered milk and infant formula
Peanut butter and crackers
Energy bars and granola bars
Bottled water and non-perishable drinks
Baby formula, snacks, and essential pantry items
Hygiene
Hygiene & Personal Care
Personal well-being is vital during crises. We’re gathering hygiene kits that include soap, toothpaste, sanitary products, and other personal care essentials to help families stay clean, safe, and healthy.
Soap, shampoo, and toothpaste
Feminine hygiene products
Diapers (infant and adult)
Hand sanitizer and disinfectant wipes
First aid supplies
JANA Volunteers
Essentials
Home & Living Essentials
Many households have been severely impacted. Basic supplies like cleaning products, bedding, utensils, and flashlights can help families restore a sense of normalcy as they recover and rebuild.
Flashlights and batteries
Tarps and plastic sheeting
Blankets and towels
Cleaning supplies
Mosquito repellent
Support
Additional Support Needs
We understand that every family’s situation is unique. Contributions such as baby supplies, school items, or first aid materials can make a significant difference for those facing special or urgent needs. Every donation, contribution, or act of kindness helps to restore hope and rebuild lives across our communities.
New or gently used clothing
Battery-powered or hand-crank radios
Portable phone chargers
JANA Volunteers
Drop-offs
Locations in Edmonton to Make Drop-off
To get listed as a drop-off location for the donation of items, please email community.jana@gmail.com.
ReiDefine Wellness
Starting immediately, we will have donation barrels available at our front office:
Unit 102, 11041 9 Ave NW
Edmonton, AB T6J 5R9
Phone: (780) 851-4676
Donations
Monetary Donations
For those who prefer to make monetary contributions, please visit the Government of Jamaica’s official website at www.jamaica.gov.jm or the Office of Disaster Preparedness at https://supportjamaica.gov.jm/ for secure donation options that directly support relief efforts.
If you wish to obtain a tax receipt for your donation
Afro – Caribbean Food Bank
Website: https://acfoodbank.ca/donate/
Canadian Red Cross
Website: https://www.redcross.ca/
Helping Hands Jamaica
A Benefit Concert For Hurricane Relief!
Welcome to RISE FOR JAMAICA! where we turn music into action and rhythm into relief. Your support helps families across Jamaica recover and rebuild after the recent hurricane…
Ft. Saint & The Full 100 Band
SKYSTAR
Timothy Noel
MELAFRIQUE
Crystal Reid
MYKAL READ