Two weeks after Hurricane Fiona brought countless damages to Puerto Rico, efforts to help the island continue. Here are some of the organizations assisting with recovery efforts.
Proyecto Matria is committed to the LGBTQ+ community, people living in poverty, and women experiencing domestic violence. This organization offers multiple community programs aimed at getting people out of homelessness, obtaining legal assistance, finding a job, or receiving support to leave an abusive relationship.
The group also acceptsAyuda Legal Puerto RicoAfter a hurricane, people often have to navigate FEMA resources from the island. Ayuda Legal Puerto Rico helps residents file for assistance, sort out documentation, and handle what do if their application is denied. They are accepting donation to support their work.Comedores Sociales de Puerto Rico is a nonprofit working to eradicate hunger in PR.
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