ShelterBox Responds to Cyclone in Madagascar

ShelterBox, the international relief charity founded by a Rotarian in England, has mobilized a response team to Madagascar, to assess the emergency needs in the aftermath of Cyclone Giovanna, which hit the shores of the island on Feb. 14.  Once they've assessed the damages they will determine whether to deploy volunteers to distribute ShelterBoxes.  Each box supplies an extended family of up to 10 with a tent and life-saving equipment (including clothing, cooking supplies and utensils) to use while they are displaced or homeless.  Each box costs $1,000 to equip.  To make a donation, go to https://app.etapestry.com/hosted/ShelterBoxUSAInc/OnlineGiving.html. 

Alan Monroe, who manages the ShelterBox volunteer and youth program, spoke at the Summerlin Rotary Club in January.