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Hurricane Francine Relief & Recovery Fund

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Donate to a local, community, mutual aid response to Hurricane Francine Relief and Recovery.

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Community Power Map: Hurricane Francine Relief

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New Orleans: Find a station near you to charge your devices while your power is out — or sign up to host one for your neighbors.

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Guía Para la Temporada de Huracanes 2024

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Guía Para la Temporada de Huracanes 2024 / 2024 HURRICANE GUIDE IN SPANISH: La Guía para la Temporada de Huracanes 2024 contiene una Lista de Verificación, y secciones sobre cómo empacar y prepararse para una tormenta, como tomar decisiones de evacuación, sugerencias sobre cómo navegar tormentas cuando uno es encargado de niños y también contiene nuevos recursos. La guía también incluye consideraciones especiales para nuestra comunidad LGBTQ.

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Waterproof Folder Checklist

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Stay prepared for the next hurricane or flood: Add these items to a waterproof container to keep it safe all year round (English and Spanish).

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Deep Breathing Exercise: For Calm Through The Storm

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This graphic is mentioned in our Hurricane Season Guide and is meant to help ground you before, during, and after a storm. You are safe. You are here.

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New Orleans Community Resource Guide

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JULY 2024 EDITION: An extensive list of free or low-cost services in the New Orleans area, including: basic needs assistance, health care and prescription assistance, reproductive health, food access, shelters and housing, employment, addiction services, disability access, legal aid, disaster relief, and more. The guide also contains resources specifically for transgender and formerly incarcerated people.

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July Supply 2024

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We’re proud to announce our continued partnership for this year’s July Supply between Culture Aid NOLA and Imagine Water Works to distribute barrier-free groceries, storm preparedness supplies, and important resources to New Orleans families each Wednesday this month.

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2024 Hurricane Season Guide

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2024 EDITION: The 2024 Hurricane Season Guide contains a Quick Checklist, as well as expanded sections on packing, making evacuation decisions, navigating storms with kids, and new resources. The guide also contains special considerations for our LGBTQ community.

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5/2: Resource Guide Call-A-Thon

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Join us on Thursday, May 2nd to update the New Orleans Resource Guide for Resistance and Renewal! Registration required.

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TOMORROW: 12-6pm at The Imagination Farm (2718 Painters Street)

We’ll be distributing DampRid to help soak up the water, nutritional shakes for older kids, and cooling gel bandanas to help with the heat.

Please note that this distribution is a chill one. We will be hanging out at the farm and are hoping to talk with folks and build community, too. Distribution is *while supplies last* and we have received very limited donations, so we do expect to run out. We’ll update this post when that happens!

We are also accepting supplies donations at the farm during this time (individual items and pallets). Please only bring items that you feel would be helpful in a power outage or flood cleanup situation. If you are looking to purchase items to donate, we recommend more DampRid, other cleaning supplies, and fans. We will not be able to accept clothing or food that has been opened.

DM us with questions or text 504-858-0200.

To support this work DONATE to donorbox.org/francine or VENMO @imaginewaterworks.

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TOMORROW: 12-6pm at The Imagination Farm (2718 Painters Street) We’ll be distributing DampRid to help soak up the water, nutritional shakes for older kids, and cooling gel bandanas to help with the heat. Please note that this distribution is a chill one. We will be hanging out at the farm and are hoping to talk with folks and build community, too. Distribution is *while supplies last* and we have received very limited donations, so we do expect to run out. We’ll update this post when that happens! We are also accepting supplies donations at the farm during this time (individual items and pallets). Please only bring items that you feel would be helpful in a power outage or flood cleanup situation. If you are looking to purchase items to donate, we recommend more DampRid, other cleaning supplies, and fans. We will not be able to accept clothing or food that has been opened. DM us with questions or text 504-858-0200. To support this work DONATE to donorbox.org/francine or VENMO @imaginewaterworks.

DONATE to the Hurricane Francine Fund at donorbox.org/francine or Venmo @imaginewaterworks to support our work.

*Our power is going in and out now, so please spread the word if we happen to be offline soon.*

So far, for Hurricane Francine specifically, we have:
🔹Kept folks updated and prepared with informed storm tips
🔹Launched 24/7 Q&As to share knowledge together
🔹Facilitated the Imagine Mutual Aid group
🔹Prepared to launch the Community Power Map
🔹Organized extensively behind the scenes
🔹Distributed emergency supplies out of The Imagination Farm
🔹Assembled and delivered emergency kits in English and Spanish to neighbors in Gretna, New Orleans East, Upper 9th Ward, Black Pearl, Central City, and Carrollton

We do this work because this is our home. We were here long before Francine and know that we’ll be here long after. We also know the path to dignity through climate crisis is one that requires intention, investment, and diligent work beyond bandaids. As you look to boost efforts, please consider supporting long term, Native-led, grassroots organizing that resources folks AND builds reliable, local networks of safety and solidarity at the same time.

See yall on the other side of the storm. ❤️✊

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DONATE to the Hurricane Francine Fund at donorbox.org/francine or Venmo @imaginewaterworks to support our work. *Our power is going in and out now, so please spread the word if we happen to be offline soon.* So far, for Hurricane Francine specifically, we have: 🔹Kept folks updated and prepared with informed storm tips 🔹Launched 24/7 Q&As to share knowledge together 🔹Facilitated the Imagine Mutual Aid group 🔹Prepared to launch the Community Power Map 🔹Organized extensively behind the scenes 🔹Distributed emergency supplies out of The Imagination Farm 🔹Assembled and delivered emergency kits in English and Spanish to neighbors in Gretna, New Orleans East, Upper 9th Ward, Black Pearl, Central City, and Carrollton We do this work because this is our home. We were here long before Francine and know that we’ll be here long after. We also know the path to dignity through climate crisis is one that requires intention, investment, and diligent work beyond bandaids. As you look to boost efforts, please consider supporting long term, Native-led, grassroots organizing that resources folks AND builds reliable, local networks of safety and solidarity at the same time. See yall on the other side of the storm. ❤️✊

FRANCINE UPDATE: Here’s what we specifically encourage New Orleanians to do *tonight* to prepare for the storm. (Ahem, you finished the list from earlier today, right? 😉)

1. Park your car on higher ground: Parking restrictions have been lifted, which means you can park on the neutral ground. It will soon be unsafe to drive, as winds are rolling in and some red lights are already not working.
2. Charge devices: Phones, computers, radios, battery packs, etc. Typically, we plug our stuff into a surge protector now and leave it plugged in.
3. Fill water containers: This can include jugs, cups (put them in your freezer!), pots.
4. Shower and fill tub with water: This water can be used later to flush your toilet, take a sponge bath, and keep cool.
5. Locate candles and flashlights: Make sure you have a lighter handy!
6. Sign up for emergency alerts: Text NOLAREADY to 77295.
7. Chill: Cook a nice meal, put on music or your favorite show, have a beverage, send your bestie TikToks.

PLEASE NOTE: We are still not recommending evacuation for most people. It is nearing time to stay put. DO NOT plan on driving around tomorrow. However, there is still a significant possibility that this storm will leave us without power. If you are caring for anyone (including yourself!) who extreme heat may be particularly dangerous for, you may want to consider evacuating, but please note that we recommend doing so within the next few hours. It will be unsafe if you wait.

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FRANCINE UPDATE: Here’s what we specifically encourage New Orleanians to do *tonight* to prepare for the storm. (Ahem, you finished the list from earlier today, right? 😉) 1. Park your car on higher ground: Parking restrictions have been lifted, which means you can park on the neutral ground. It will soon be unsafe to drive, as winds are rolling in and some red lights are already not working. 2. Charge devices: Phones, computers, radios, battery packs, etc. Typically, we plug our stuff into a surge protector now and leave it plugged in. 3. Fill water containers: This can include jugs, cups (put them in your freezer!), pots. 4. Shower and fill tub with water: This water can be used later to flush your toilet, take a sponge bath, and keep cool. 5. Locate candles and flashlights: Make sure you have a lighter handy! 6. Sign up for emergency alerts: Text NOLAREADY to 77295. 7. Chill: Cook a nice meal, put on music or your favorite show, have a beverage, send your bestie TikToks. PLEASE NOTE: We are still not recommending evacuation for most people. It is nearing time to stay put. DO NOT plan on driving around tomorrow. However, there is still a significant possibility that this storm will leave us without power. If you are caring for anyone (including yourself!) who extreme heat may be particularly dangerous for, you may want to consider evacuating, but please note that we recommend doing so within the next few hours. It will be unsafe if you wait.

FRANCINE UPDATE: Storm prep doesn’t have to be scary or overwhelming. Here’s what we specifically encourage New Orleanians to do *today* to prepare for the storm. If you know that your home floods during rain events, also add sandbag prep to this list. We’ll update you again later with what to do tonight.

PLEASE NOTE: We are not recommending evacuation for most people. However, there is a significant possibility that this storm will leave us without power. If you are caring for anyone (including yourself!) who extreme heat may be particularly dangerous for, you may want to consider evacuating. If you are worried that the heat may be dangerous for you or someone in your household, and you cannot evacuate, DM us ASAP or email klie@imaginewaterworks.org.

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FRANCINE UPDATE: Storm prep doesn’t have to be scary or overwhelming. Here’s what we specifically encourage New Orleanians to do *today* to prepare for the storm. If you know that your home floods during rain events, also add sandbag prep to this list. We’ll update you again later with what to do tonight. PLEASE NOTE: We are not recommending evacuation for most people. However, there is a significant possibility that this storm will leave us without power. If you are caring for anyone (including yourself!) who extreme heat may be particularly dangerous for, you may want to consider evacuating. If you are worried that the heat may be dangerous for you or someone in your household, and you cannot evacuate, DM us ASAP or email klie@imaginewaterworks.org.

Our Storm Prep Q&A for Francine is live in our Instagram Story! Here’s how it works: (1) You ask us a question (2) We either answer with what we already know, or we find the answer for you (3) We share your question anonymously, and our answer, so we can learn together.

No question is wrong! It can be logistical, about the storm itself, about how to do a specific prep step, evacuation decisions, or just about how we’re feeling.

All of our responses are fact checked and combine lived with trained experience on storms in Louisiana, as well as Indigenous ways of knowing this land and advice from our Maw Maws and Paw Paws.

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Our Storm Prep Q&A for Francine is live in our Instagram Story! Here’s how it works: (1) You ask us a question (2) We either answer with what we already know, or we find the answer for you (3) We share your question anonymously, and our answer, so we can learn together. No question is wrong! It can be logistical, about the storm itself, about how to do a specific prep step, evacuation decisions, or just about how we’re feeling. All of our responses are fact checked and combine lived with trained experience on storms in Louisiana, as well as Indigenous ways of knowing this land and advice from our Maw Maws and Paw Paws.

That’s it. That’s the post.

[A photo of a flower, with text that reads: “We aren’t going to post anything scary or triggering about Hurricane Beryl. Y’all know the threats we are facing. We plan to continue sharing resources and reminding you that we have each other, as always.”]

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That’s it. That’s the post. [A photo of a flower, with text that reads: “We aren’t going to post anything scary or triggering about Hurricane Beryl. Y’all know the threats we are facing. We plan to continue sharing resources and reminding you that we have each other, as always.”]

APPLY BY JUNE 30: We are thrilled to announce the launch of the New Orleans Community Urban Agriculture Micro-grant fund! This fund will award micro-grants of $500 to $10,000 each (for a total of $500,000) to local growers and is meant to support the development of New Orleans area agriculture, make infrastructure investments in traditionally underserved producers, and generally connect farmers to the services that our new USDA Urban Service Center offers. Applications open this coming Wednesday and are due June 30th.

This is a great opportunity for farmers who are interested in expanding the growth of their farm in Orleans, Jefferson, St. Bernard and Plaquemines parishes.

Imagine Water Works is grateful to have helped build this effort as part of the funding committee, and we’re excited to see the positive impact it will have on our local farming community. Thank you, @sproutnola, for leading the way!

For more information check out Sprout’s website or see the link in our bio.

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APPLY BY JUNE 30: We are thrilled to announce the launch of the New Orleans Community Urban Agriculture Micro-grant fund! This fund will award micro-grants of $500 to $10,000 each (for a total of $500,000) to local growers and is meant to support the development of New Orleans area agriculture, make infrastructure investments in traditionally underserved producers, and generally connect farmers to the services that our new USDA Urban Service Center offers. Applications open this coming Wednesday and are due June 30th. This is a great opportunity for farmers who are interested in expanding the growth of their farm in Orleans, Jefferson, St. Bernard and Plaquemines parishes. Imagine Water Works is grateful to have helped build this effort as part of the funding committee, and we’re excited to see the positive impact it will have on our local farming community. Thank you, @sproutnola, for leading the way! For more information check out Sprout’s website or see the link in our bio.

RESOURCE: Well, y’all know the drill. We hope you stayed dry today, but if you didn’t… stop on by #TheImaginationFarm (2718 Painters Street) tomorrow or Friday between 10am-4pm and pick up some DampRid to help remove excess moisture from flooded cars/rooms.

We also have copies of the New Orleans Resource Guide for Resistance and Renewal available, as well as copies of “A Queer/Trans Guide to Storms” for folks who live in the New Orleans area and identify as LGBTQ.

DM us to arrange a pickup outside of the listed hours.

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RESOURCE: Well, y’all know the drill. We hope you stayed dry today, but if you didn’t… stop on by #TheImaginationFarm (2718 Painters Street) tomorrow or Friday between 10am-4pm and pick up some DampRid to help remove excess moisture from flooded cars/rooms. We also have copies of the New Orleans Resource Guide for Resistance and Renewal available, as well as copies of “A Queer/Trans Guide to Storms” for folks who live in the New Orleans area and identify as LGBTQ. DM us to arrange a pickup outside of the listed hours.