Relief Efforts for Communities Affected by Hurricane Sandy

The devastation and destruction in both lives and property caused by Hurricane Sandy was unprecedented in the greater New York metropolitan area. As a member of the community, the Josiah Macy Jr. Foundation witnessed the storm’s impact on its colleagues, neighbors, employees and partners.

The grant to the Mayor’s Fund will support hurricane relief efforts. Immediate aid needs in hurricane affected neighborhoods include hot food, water, baby and hygiene supplies, warm clothing and blankets and cleaning materials. Longer term needs include housing and other efforts to re-build and restore neighborhoods and communities affected by Hurricane Sandy. One hundred percent of donations will be dispersed to relief efforts and organizations, as the Mayor’s Fund does not retain an administrative fee.