Hurricane Recovery Program

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Hurricane Recovery Program

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source: American Red Cross 

After mounting the largest response to a disaster in its 125-year history, meeting
the emergency needs of 1.4 million families, the American Red Cross
continues to serve those affected by Hurricanes Katrina, Rita and Wilma
through its Hurricane Recovery Program (HRP).

The HRP is focused on four areas where the Red Cross can help the most:

• Helping families plan their recovery
• Providing emotional support
• Providing vital information and recovery resources
• Meeting emerging needs

The American Red Cross is one of many partner community organizations
which have gathered resources to help individuals and families with
their disaster recovery. 

Over 90% of the resources donated to the American Red Cross by the
American public
for Hurricanes Katrina, Rita and Wilma have already gone toward basic,
life-sustaining
needs like food, clothing and shelter right after the storm. The
remaining funds continue to provide services through the Hurricane
Recovery Program.