Club sends aid to disaster areas

The Rotary Club of Furness is paying to send three Shelterboxes following the powerful earthquakes that have hit Türkiye (formerly Turkey) and northern Syria. 

President Fred Winkfield said the subject was discussed by all members at a recent meeting and there was a unaminous vote to help in the immediate aftermath.

Mr. Winkfield said "We realise there will be a long term need following the earthquakes, but we decided we wished to help in the immediate aftermath".

ShelterBox responds to natural disasters such as earthquakes, tropical cyclones, tsunamis, floods and volcanic eruptions. The charity also provides emergency aid to families who have been displaced by war or conflict.

Typical ShelterBox aid items include tents as temporary shelter or shelter kits to allow people to build or rebuild durable shelters. 

ShelterBox also provides other aid items such as mosquito nets, water filters, water carriers, solar lights, cooking sets, blankets and mats. 

A sturdy green box packed with the necessary aid items is often provided to families in places where ShelterBox responds.

The aid provided by ShelterBox is tailored to the nature of each individual disaster and location and therefore it is not always the same. ShelterBox Response Teams distribute aid on the ground, working closely with local organisations, local and international aid agencies, and  Rotary clubs worldwide.

If you wish to donate follow the link: https://shelterbox.org/