Following the recent storm that struck our community, many generous Tempe residents are stepping up to offer support to those affected by the weather's fury. For those looking to make a difference, local outlets report a variety of ways to lend a helping hand—from checking in on neighbors, volunteering, or making donations of food, supplies, and money.
The frontlines of this collective effort include the Tempe Community Council, which has been designated as the official channel for monetary contributions aimed at aiding recovery and rebuilding. The council emphasizes that every dollar can make an impact beyond the immediate aftermath of disaster. To extend a financial lifeline, residents can click the "DONATE NOW" button on their website. Moreover, the Tempe Community Action Agency (TCAA), located at 2146 E. Apache Blvd, is collecting much-needed items such as meats, eggs, and shelf-stable products, its expanded pantry hours accommodating both contributions and distribution, especially on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 8 a.m. to noon.
If direct assistance is more your style, turn your attention to the TCAA's Community Garden, recently battered by the storm it requires a little TLC; they're convening a volunteer group on Saturday, Oct. 18 from 7-10 a.m. to revive the green space located at 2150 E. Orange St. Those unable to dirty their hands can still support the cause by organizing local food and supply drives which will directly benefit TCAA and Lost Our Home, or by seeking out other nonprofit organizations in need of volunteers through tempe.gov/nonprofits.
Tempe residents are encouraged to mobilize and embody the community spirit that becomes most visible in times of hardship, whether through donations, volunteer work, or simple acts of neighborliness.
