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Every Dollar Rebuilds a Life

When disaster strikes, Jamaicans don’t give up — we rise. But rebuilding homes, restoring livelihoods, and sending children back to school takes more than hope — it takes all of us.

Your donation to Rise For Jamaica goes directly toward hurricane relief, rebuilding projects, and long-term community recovery efforts across the island. Whether you give a little or a lot, every contribution helps a family stand strong again.

At Rise For Jamaica, we believe in full transparency: all donations are tracked, verified, and reported. You’ll always know your gift is making a real difference.

Together, we’re not just repairing damage — we’re rebuilding futures.

 

Disclaimer: Rise for Jamaica does not collect monetary donations through any channel outside of our official benefit concert. All proceeds from the concert will be donated directly to Food For The Poor Jamaica. At this time, the Edmonton Food Bank is the only approved partner accepting additional donations on our behalf after the concert.

Ways to Give

One-Time Donation:

Make an immediate impact today.

Monthly Giving:

Provide steady, reliable support year-round.

Corporate Sponsorships:

Partner with us to fund homes, supplies, and education.

Item Drop-Offs:

If you prefer to donate goods instead of money.

🕊️ Your Impact

$50 - $100

Provides food and hygiene kits for a family.

$250 - $500

Supports home repairs or school supplies for children.

$1,000 - $2000

Helps rebuild a damaged roof or reconnect electricity.

$2,500+

Restores an entire household through our Adopt a Family program.

💚 Give Hope Today

Together, we rise — one family, one community, one Jamaica at a time.

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📦 Item Drop-Offs
Give What You Can. Every Item Helps.

If you prefer to donate goods instead of money, Rise For Jamaica gladly accepts essential items to support families rebuilding after hurricanes. Every package, box, or barrel helps bring relief to homes across Jamaica — and every donation is sorted, verified, and shipped through our trusted partners.

💚 How It Works
  • Bring your donations to one of our drop-off locations.
  • Volunteers sort, label, and prepare all items for shipment.
  • Goods are delivered to verified families and community centers in Jamaica.
📍 Drop-Off Locations

Afro-Caribbean Food Bank

11546 80 St NW | 780-477-8220
Mon–Fri | 9:30AM – 4:30PM 

ReiDefine Wellness

Unit 102, 11041 9 Ave NW | 780-851-4676
Mon–Fri | 9AM – 6PM 

When African Women Talk Innovation Hub

#201, 17505 107 Ave NW
Mon–Fri | 8AM – 5PM

Ebony B Hair Studios

10078 164 St NW
780-952-8235 / 780-444-6477 / 647-717-0288
Tues–Sat | 10:30AM – 5PM 

Approved Relief Materials List (ODPEM + Expanded Needs)

🏠 Shelter & Temporary Accommodation

  • Mattresses, bedding foam, pillows, pillowcases
  • Blankets (regular and thermal), mosquito nets
  • Cots
  • Tarpaulins (UV treated, waterproof, reinforced edges, assorted sizes)
  • Mobile Storage Units (MSUs) / Quick Erect Shelters
  • Ropes, bungee cords, cargo straps Tents, tent repair kits
  • Tents, tent repair kits
  • Flashlights, lanterns (battery/solar)
  • Batteries (AA, AAA, C, D)
  • Power banks, solar chargers
  • Battery-powered or crank radios
  • Furniture and beddings

🚰 Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH)

  • Buckets with lids
  • Collapsible water storage containers
  • Plastic buckets, basins
  • Water purification kits
  • Water storage tanks
  • Portable toilets, liners, chemicals
  • Hygiene kits (family & personal)
  • Heavy-duty garbage bags (all sizes)
  • Bleach, disinfectants
  • Feminine hygiene products

🛠️ Debris Clearance & Tools

  • Chainsaws (all sizes), rotor blades
  • Fuel containers
  • Shovels, spades, pickaxes, hammers
  • Water boots (sizes 7–14), rain gear, hard hats
  • Hand trolleys
  • Gloves (heavy duty, assorted sizes)
  • Safety vests, goggles, face shields
  • Portable generators (3–7.5 kW)
  • Solar flood lights
  • Tie-down kits

🏥 Health Supplies

  • AEDs, defibrillators
  • Blood pressure machines
  • ECG machines
  • Oxygen delivery systems, regulators & cylinders
  • Suction machines, nebulizers & masks
  • Neonatal incubators
  • Trauma kits, surgical supplies, PPEs
  • Tablets/laptops (for health assessment)
  • Field hospital equipment
  • Medical waste bags
  • Disposable gloves
  • Vital signs monitors
  • Vaccine refrigerators (2–8°C)
  • Wheelchairs
  • Backboards, stair chairs

🌾 Agriculture & Livestock

  • Seeds: cabbage, carrots, broccoli, tomato, cucumber, lettuce, pak choi, pepper, watermelon, etc.
  • Feed (cattle, pigs, small ruminants)
  • Mesh wire, pig wire
  • Feeders, waterers
  • Knapsack sprayers
  • Garden forks, hoes, chaffing machines
  • Fishers’ supplies (nets, flares, safety vests)
  • Portable welding plants
  • Water pumps, motorized sprayers
  • PVC pipe fittings
  • Potting mix, potting bags
  • Shade cloth & antiviral mesh
  • Lumber (2×4×8 / 12 / 16), zinc sheeting (8ft, 10ft, 12ft)

🥫 Food Needs

  • Canned goods (meats, fish, vegetables, fruits)
  • Dried foods (rice, beans, pasta, oats)
  • Powdered milk & infant formula
  • Peanut butter, crackers
  • Energy bars, granola bars
  • Bottled water & drinks
🚚 Want to Organize a Collection Drive?

We’d love your help! If your business, church, or school would like to host a local donation barrel or item drive, email info@riseforjamaica.org to get started.

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Together, we’re filling barrels with hope — one item at a time.