Why we need your help
Only two weeks after a strike by the Category 5 Hurricane Irma, the island of Puerto Rico faced the fury of Hurricane Maria. This monster hurricane stormed the island with sustained winds of 165 mph and gusts of up to 215 mph, leaving 100% of the island without power, very limited communication and major damage to the general infrastructure, forcing the local government to declare Puerto Rico in a “state of emergency”.
See what's happening in Puerto Rico
The devastation in Puerto Rico caused by Hurricane Maria has no precedent. This USA territory has not been struck by a hurricane of such magnitude since Hurricane San Felipe in 1928. Many Puerto Ricans have lost everything, with houses under water and no power in the entire island. Thanks to the collective effort of many people, we can present a snapshot of the current state of the island. See photos below.
We have five collection centers around the Georgia Tech campus and we are ready to receive your donations. For more information of drop-off locations click for below.
We have a "Go Fund Me" account for monetary contributions towards rebuilding Puerto Rico. For more information our fundraising page click below.
We need your help and support! You can become a volunteer to help us organize and pack all the donations we have received at Georgia Tech. Click below for more info!
YOU CAN HELP
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Diáspora Presente works tirelessly to provide quality, long-term solutions for a number of pressing issues affecting Puerto Rico. Our most significant causes are those that are often brushed aside by most. Our battle is against indifference, and we would love for you to become part of that change today.
“Everything that is done in the world is done by hope”
Martin Luther
Contact Us
Get in touch with Diáspora Presente to discover more about our work and how to donate. We thank you for your support.
