In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton, our community faces unprecedented challenges. While many rely on family and established networks during crises, former foster youth are uniquely vulnerable. They must rebuild their lives without the support of parents, extended family, or a childhood home to return to.
Ready for Life is continuing to operate as a Relief Center for former foster care young adults and their children this week from 10am–4pm daily.
We are serving hot meals, distributing essential supplies, and providing mental health counseling. Young adults can also access our shower and laundry, charge their devices and use wi-fi, and find solutions for education, employment, or housing issues with their Programs Specialist.
Thank you to the incredible number of volunteers, groups, and partners who answered our calls for supplies and manpower over the past few weeks. The young adults we serve were prepared for the worst because of you.
Ready for Life Relief Center: October 21–25, 2024
Donate Supplies
If you have extra hurricane supplies, like nonperishable food or bottled water, please bring them to the RFL Skill Center, or shop from our Amazon Wishlist.
How You Can Help
PRIORITY NEED!
Supplies
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Flashlights with batteries
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Push lights with batteries
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Manual can openers
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Bleach and Clorox Wipes
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Toilet Paper
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$25 Uber gift cards
Baby
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Baby wipes
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Diapers any size
PRIORITY NEED!
Canned Goods
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Hearty soups or pasta meals (ravioli, spaghetti-o's, etc.)
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Canned tuna or chicken
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Beanee Weenee or Pork & Beans
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Spam and Vienna Sausages
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Canned fruit
Drinks
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Cases of water
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Cases of Gatorade and Powerade
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Juice pouches or boxes
Dry Goods
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Granola Bars
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Crackers
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Peanut butter
Drop Off Times:
Monday, October 21, 2024 -
Friday, October 25, 2024
10am to 4pm
Schedule a Drop Off
You can schedule a drop-off appointment that works best for you with Crystal by emailing reception@readyforlifepinellas.org or calling (727) 954-3989
Our Address
RFL Skill Center
Thank you for your continued and unwavering support of former foster care youth in our community.
Donate Online
$33 provides a 3-day meal kit for a young adult
A $33 donation provides a former foster care youth in crisis with essential food and water for 3 days. This vital support helps them meet their basic needs during this chaotic time, offering stability as they begin to recover and rebuild their life after Helene and Milton. All funds are designated to Youth Support and used where needed most.
