Hurricane IAN Volunteer Work
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Hello, My name is James Taylor (JC). I live in beautiful Taylorsville, NC. I am a transplant from Olive Branch, MS. I moved to the area 5 years ago for career opportunities and a better sense of community. I have spent the better part of my life in the industrial maintenance field of work, safety and project management. I am good with my hands and know most construction trades. My relationship with God has grown, and the calling to help others in need drives me to help Hurricane IAN victims. I visit southwest Florida yearly to see long-time friends of mine, Dave and Leigh.
They live in the Ft. Myers area and are like family to me. Hurricane IAN made landfall directly in the path of their home. Visiting this area annually has my heart for my friends and Ft. Myers, FL, community members. I feel I have been given this opportunity to help! I will begin by passing out bottled water and bag lunches for community members in the morning and then the community clean-up process, starting with roads, local services, removal of debris, and boarding up facilities/homes/businesses. This area is predominately elderly citizens that will need help in their recovery. Below you will find a breakdown of all items necessary for the community, Dave and Leigh and a materials list needed. Any donations from local businesses will be greatly appreciated. I currently plan to leave for Florida on Monday
10/3/22, and plan to stay until all funds are utilized. Please get in touch with me for any donations for location details and information. Please pray for all families in need during these trying times. Thank You All, and God Bless!!
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Loan or Use Of Equipment-(I plan to use my pickup truck for the time being)
- Box truck
- Camper trailer/RV
- Inclosed trailer
- Large Coolers
- Generators
Materials List Needed
- First Aid Kit
- plywood
- 2"x4"
- table saw
- nails various sizes
- screws various sizes
- hammers
- impact driver
- pry bars
- chainsaw blades/bars
- chainsaw oil
- Extension cords
- Fuel containers
- Leaf blowers
- Trash Bags
- Boxes
- Waterproof boots that are thick-soled, chemical resistant
- Waterproof, chemical-resistant work gloves
- NIOSH-approved half or full-face N95 respirator (P or R ratings are acceptable) for removal of mold
- Hard hat
- Goggles
- Ear protection
- Fire extinguishers
- Clothing all Types (male/female/children)
Expenses by Project:
Voluntary Community Cleanup Expenses-$25,000 (will provide till funds are no longer available) 2-4 weeks.
- Water by case-$10,000
- Lunches by bag-$5,000
- Cooked Lunches-$5,000 Burgers/Hotdogs
- Shipping Cost/Delivery Cost-$2500
- Fuel/Materials/Clothing/Shoes-$2500
My Expenses- $700
- Fuel Cost-(vehicle,equipment, generator)-$700
Dave and Leigh Assessment-$1,000
- Fuel for generator/vehicle/chainsaws
- plywood
- 2"x4"
- Food and water
- Pet food
- Plastic sheeting
- Tarps
- Duct Tape
- Batteries
- First Aid Kit
- Rubber Boots/Gloves
- Respirators
- Trash bags
- Plastic storage containers
- Boxes
Organizer
James Taylor
Organizer
Taylorsville, NC
