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Communities In Schools National Hurricane Relief Fund

In the wake of the destruction, the Communities In Schools National Hurricane Relief Fund will help stabilize and assist hurricane victims.

The Communities In Schools National Hurricane Relief Fund will support:

  • Immediate financial/in-kind support for Communities In Schools local affiliates that have beendirectly affected by hurricane.
  • Immediate financial/in-kind support for Communities In Schools local affiliates across the country that are working directly with evacuees who are entering local school systems.
  • Long-term financial/in-kind support to Communities In Schools affiliates in the region affected by hurricanes, as they are restored to financial stability and tasked with meeting the increased needs of children and families who rely upon their services.

"Our goal is to make sure no child misses school this year. We are uniquely positioned to use our existing network of 200 affiliates to deliver services to those who need them most."

- Daniel J. Cardinali, national president,
  Communities In Schools, Inc.

CIS Katrina News

CIS Hurricane News

Communities In Schools, the nation's leading dropout prevention network, is asking the public to donate school supplies for new students. Pens, pencils, paper, glue, backpacks, school uniforms and underwear are needed to help make the children's transition to school a smooth process. ...read more

Success Stories

Displaced Families

Displaced Families

If you have relocated as a result of a hurricane, click here to find a CIS office near you. read more

Donate School Supplies

Donate School Supplies

Thousands of students need school supplies.Click here to find out how you can give immediate assistance.

Resources

Helping the Child Survivors of Hurricane Katrina — IBM has worked with a team of trauma specialists who put together a package for educators who are working with students impacted by the recent hurricanes. This guide is also relevant to any adult working with youth affected by the recent events.Download a complimentary copy of this guide.