Jamaica Relief
Jamaica Hurricane Relief – A Container of Hope
A devastating Category 5 hurricane has struck Jamaica, leaving thousands without homes, food, or medical care.
At InTouch, we believe in more than pest control — we believe in community, compassion, and connection.
We’re organizing a cargo container filled with food, clothing, and medical supplies to ship directly to Jamaica, helping families recover and rebuild.
Our Mission in Jamaica
One container. Thousands of lives.
Every donated item – every dollar – helps fill a container bound for Jamaica’s hurricane survivors.
Ports in Kingston have reopened, and while roads remain under repair, our goal is to have the shipment arrive safely and distributed through trusted community partners on the island.
Your support will make this possible!
How You Can Help
Discover how you can make a real difference in Jamaica’s hurricane recovery. InTouch is collecting donations of food, water, medical supplies, and funds to fill a relief container bound for Kingston. Whether you contribute essentials, sponsor shipping costs, or volunteer to help pack supplies, every action brings hope to families rebuilding after the storm.
Donate Funds
Help us cover shipping costs and purchase critical supplies that can’t be donated locally. Your contribution goes directly to relief materials and transport.
Donation Tiers:
- $25 — 5 family meals
- $50 — First aid & hygiene kits
- $100 — Water purification supplies
- $250 — Sponsor part of the freight cost
Donate Supplies
We’re collecting non-perishable food, water, first aid items, clothing, and hygiene essentials.
You can drop off donations at our partner locations listed below.
Accepted Items:
- Canned goods, rice, pasta, flour
- Bottled water, baby formula
- Medical & hygiene supplies
- Clothing (light, tropical wear preferred)
- Flashlights, batteries, solar lights
Sponsor Shipping or Bulk Supplies
If you’re a business or organization, consider sponsoring part of the shipping container or donating bulk items (pallets of food, water, or medical supplies).
Sponsors will be featured on this page and across our campaign materials.
Progress Tracker
We’ll update this section in real-time as donations come in and the container fills up.
Goal: 1 Full 40ft Container
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Relief in Action
Follow our progress as we pack, load, and ship the relief container.
Weekly Updates
Message from Our Team
“When disaster strikes, distance doesn’t matter – people do. This effort is about showing love, unity, and strength for Jamaica. Together, we can fill this container with hope.”
— The InTouch Team
The Disaster in Real Time
On October 28th, Hurricane Melissa — a catastrophic Category 5 storm — made landfall near New Hope, in the parish of Westmoreland on Jamaica’s western coast. Bloomberg Pan American Health Organization FOX Weather >>
Since then:
- The Jamaican government has declared the entire island a disaster area.
- Infrastructure damage is massive: homes, hospitals, and roads were swept away or severely compromised. Accurate assessments are still in progress.
- The value of damages is estimated at roughly 28-32% of Jamaica’s annual GDP, according to the prime minister.
- Many communities remain isolated; power and communication outages are widespread, especially in the western region.
More than ever, the need is urgent — for food, clean water, medical aid, clothing and safe shelter. By contributing now, you’re responding to an evolving crisis and helping bring hope to those in immediate need.
How else can you help?
Whether you’re a business, community group, or individual, there are many ways you can help us bring relief to Jamaica. InTouch is coordinating a full container of food, water, medical supplies, and essential goods for families devastated by the recent Category 5 hurricane.
We welcome every form of support – from corporate partnerships and warehouse space to bulk donations, volunteer time, or simply sharing our mission online. Even small acts of kindness add up to something powerful when we work together.
If you’d like to contribute in any special way, sponsor freight costs, or offer professional assistance (logistics, transport, communications, or medical expertise), please reach out using the form below. Our relief coordination team will review your message and respond promptly.
Together, we can ensure that this container of hope reaches the people who need it most – safely, quickly, and with love.
Transparency Promise
We’re committed to full transparency:
- 100% of funds go directly to relief supplies and shipping.
- Receipts and shipping documents will be shared publicly on this page.
- Partner verification will be posted before delivery.
Our Sponsors
Our sponsors play a critical role in making this possible. By becoming a sponsor, your business or organization helps accelerate recovery, restore stability, and provide long-term support for impacted communities. Sponsorship funds directly support logistics, shipping containers, bulk supplies, transportation, equipment, and on-the-ground distribution efforts.
Why Become a Sponsor?
- High-impact contribution – Your sponsorship directly fuels shipments of food, medical supplies, clothing, and emergency essentials to the hardest-hit regions.
- Transparent reporting – Our public progress system tracks funding, supplies, logistics, and project milestones so sponsors can see exactly where support is going.
- Brand visibility & community recognition – Sponsors are featured on our website in tiered placements (Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze), helping your brand stand out as a leader in humanitarian support.
- Partnership that matters – Your support directly affects real families on the ground in Jamaica, providing hope where it’s needed most.
Make a Difference That Lasts
Whether you’re helping fund a single shipment or supporting ongoing monthly relief efforts, every sponsorship strengthens the mission and brings critical aid to families recovering from severe hardship.
Our Volunteer Program
Volunteers are the heart of the Jamaica Relief Fund. Every effort – from coordinating shipments to packing supplies, collecting donations, building outreach lists, or supporting communication – moves us closer to restoring communities across Jamaica affected by natural disasters.
Our volunteer program is designed for people of all backgrounds, skill levels, and schedules. If you want to contribute your time, talent, or energy, there is a place for you in our mission.
Ways to Volunteer
We welcome volunteers in several areas:
Local (Florida) Volunteer Roles
- Packing and preparing donated supplies
- Organizing drop-offs and pick-ups
- Sorting, counting, and documenting inventory
- Loading shipping containers
- Administrative help & coordination
Virtual Volunteer Roles
- Outreach & donor communication
- Social media updates & awareness
- Logistics support
- Sponsor outreach & community engagement
Every Hour of Service Matters
Your support helps ensure every donation reaches the people who need it most. Whether you give one hour or one hundred, your contribution becomes part of the larger mission to rebuild homes, communities, and hope across Jamaica.
Track Our Journey
Once the container ships, you’ll be able to:
- View real-time shipment updates
- See photos of distribution in Jamaica
- Read thank-you messages from local communities
Together We Can Rebuild Jamaica, the Land We Love
After the devastation of Hurricane Melissa, Jamaica’s western communities are beginning the long road to recovery. Rebuild Jamaica is InTouch’s humanitarian effort to help families restore homes, livelihoods, and hope.
Every contribution – whether food, supplies, or shipping support – helps rebuild stronger foundations for the island’s future. Join us in bringing light back to those affected by the storm and be part of a movement that turns compassion into real change.
FAQs – Jamaica Hurricane Relief
What kind of help is most effective right now?
Cash to trusted responders is usually the fastest, most flexible aid. It avoids shipping delays and lets partners buy exactly what’s needed on-island. Unsolicited goods can clog logistics (“the second disaster”). We’re taking both funds and targeted goods only.
What goods are actually needed?
Priority: shelf-stable food, potable water/filters, medical & hygiene kits, baby formula/diapers, tarps, flashlights/batteries, and cleaning/WaSH items. Health agencies emphasize safe water/sanitation to prevent disease after hurricanes.
Are there items we should not send?
Avoid expired/short-dated food or meds, perishables needing cold chain, mixed loose clothing bales with no sizes, and anything unlabeled. If in doubt, ask us before you buy—unsolicited/unsortable goods slow response.
Is Kingston Port operating? Can a container get in?
Relief guidance anticipates shipments via Kingston with official coordination. Final routing/port status is monitored through government and partner updates as conditions change. (We’ll post any routing changes on this page.)
What are the customs rules for disaster-relief donations to Jamaica?
Jamaica has announced duty/GCT relief for approved disaster-relief imports. Best practice: consign to ODPEM (Jamaica’s emergency mgmt.) or follow the Commissioner of Customs’ guidance for private consignees with proper documentation and indicative item lists. We’ll handle this paperwork.
What documentation is required for donated goods?
Expect a detailed packing list (quantities, descriptions, realistic values—even if donated), consignee details (often ODPEM), and any letters of donation. We’ll provide templates to donors contributing pallets/bulk.
Can my company sponsor shipping or send bulk supplies (pallets)?
Yes – this is hugely helpful. We’ll align your items with the customs “indicative list,” prepare the packing list, and slot your pallets into the container load plan.
Where will cash donations go?
Funds cover: priority supplies (locally or in Florida), freight, port fees, customs processing for relief, last-mile distribution support, and transparent tracking.
What health risks exist after a Cat-5 hurricane, and why these items?
Expect heightened risks of water-borne, food-borne, respiratory, and vector-borne diseases when water/electricity are disrupted. That’s why water, hygiene kits, and cleaning supplies are high priority.
Can I volunteer?
Yes – use the “Offer Additional Help >>” form (transport, warehouse space, forklifts, sorting, community drives, media outreach). We’ll schedule volunteers based on safety and need.
Can you accept refrigerated items or prescription meds?
No cold-chain items. No prescription medications from individuals. We can accept OTC medical and hygiene items that appear on the approved list.
