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Foodie Penpals for Hurricane Sandy

September 29, 2016 by Lindsay 34 Comments

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Hi Friends!

Today we’re kicking off Foodie Penpals for Hurricane Sandy! Here’s a little reminder about why we’re doing this:

As you know, each month, I organize Foodie Penpals. As you may or may not know, my parents live in NYC and their neighborhood was one of the hardest hit by Hurricane Sandy. While I’m grateful that my parents are safe and escaped with very little damage, my heart is breaking for those that were not so lucky. Looking at photos of their neighborhood, seeing all of the small businesses that flooded, the parks and streets littered with trash and debris is overwhelming. Thinking of all the people that lost their homes, those that are still without power, those that are struggling to stay warm as the cold temperatures set in makes me want to cry. A natural disaster + the approaching holidays means there are lots of people out there that need more help than ever. So I’m turning to you guys. 

Whether you’ve participated in Foodie Penpals in the past, are doing it currently, or are thinking about doing it in the future…this is the month to get involved! Heck, even if you’ve never done it and aren’t planning to, you can still help!

My suggestion would be to donate $15-$25, the amount you would have spent on Foodie Penpals had this been a regular month. HOWEVER, every little bit helps…so please give any amount you’re able to. No amount is too small!

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Please read the following instructions carefully if you’d like to donate:

I did a lot of research and even though this setup is not the way I originally envisioned this event would be, I strongly believe that it will allow for the maximum amount of money to be donated directly to those who need it.

I contemplated using a site like Paypal, Razoo or Crowdrise to collect donations, but each of those sites take a certain percentage of the money so not all of it is going directly to charities. So, this is how we’re going to do things.

I’ve selected New York Cares as our charity. We will all be making donations directly through their site.

From their website:

New York Cares is on the frontlines of disaster relief, working around the clock to bring post-Hurricane Sandy aid where it is needed most. In the weeks following the storm, we have deployed thousands of volunteers to the hardest hit neighborhoods, distributing hot meals and warm coats, helping local social service agencies get back up and running, and mucking out homes that were ravaged by the storm.We were the first faces that many displaced New Yorkers saw- a reminder that in these especially tough times, New York Cares is here for them.

But our work didn’t start when the waters rose, and it won’t stop when the headlines have faded.

Every year, more than 400,000 New Yorkers depend upon New York Cares to build a better life. Day in and day out, we help high-risk students get into college, we provide job training  to unemployed adults; we teach kids the joy of reading- and so much more. And now, for as long as it takes- we bring hurricane relief and restoration to our suffering neighbors .

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Step 1:

Make a donation.
In the tribute box on their donation form,
I put “on behalf of Foodie Penpals”
You will receive a confirmation of your donation via email.
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Step 2:

Come back and fill out the simple form below to tell me how much you donated so I can keep track of how much money we raise. I will update the total throughout the day.

Amount raised so far: $1,915

PLEASE NOTE THAT FILLING OUT THE FORM HERE ON MY WEBSITE IS ONLY FOR TRACKING PURPOSES!!!!! You have to go to the actual website by clicking the link above to donate the money!

As you know, my parents live in Brooklyn. Their building was affected by the storm, but they remained safe and lost only the food in their refrigerator and electricity. Since a lot of us don’t have any first hand experience with what it’s like in the areas that were hardest hit, I asked my mom to share a little bit about what she’s observed in their neighborhood:

We returned to our apartment in Brooklyn the Sunday after Thanksgiving. Our building now has heat, hot water and electricity and one elevator. The basement has been stripped to the bare walls while discussions continue on how to rebuild both there and on the first floor. Most of our neighbors on the first floor are living elsewhere while their apartments are being rebuilt.

The neighborhood is adjusting to the new normal – most businesses have reopened but some are greatly missed.  The new restaurant across the street is still cleaning out and rebuilding, the French bakery is virtually destroyed and trying to figure out how they can pay for rebuilding and the world famous River Café is dark. Our major grocery store won’t be open for at least 3-4 months.  And yet, as a neighborhood, we count ourselves lucky.

One month after Sandy, others elsewhere in Brooklyn are still without hot water and heat in their buildings or elevators in building as high as 20 floors. They cart water up 12 flights of stairs. Some don’t have a home to heat- they have lost everything in neighborhoods like Red Hook, Breezy Point and in the Rockaways. Whole neighborhoods were destroyed in Staten Island. These New Yorkers carted all their belongings to the curb and they were hauled away.  They are isolated – cell phones still only work sporadically in the hardest hit areas. Many now face having their homes leveled by bulldozers because the city deems them to be a safety hazard. Housing is tight in the best of times in New York City. Where do these people go? How do they eat when many of these people were already living in poverty before the storm with few resources?

I know the emotions I personally experienced over the last month as I dealt with the minor inconvenience of being displaced even though I had the means and the invitation to go elsewhere and live. I can’t imagine what these people are feeling as they face the long winter ahead of them.

Thank you for thinking of my fellow New Yorkers this holiday season who are struggling after the storm. 

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Let’s do this you guys! WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE! Please give what you can. Every little bit helps.

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Did you donate? Grab a button below to spread the word! If you have a blog, I’d love it if you shared the info so we can recruit more donors!!

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Thank you!
–Lindsay–

 

 

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Comments

  1. Christine @ Love, Life, Surf says

    December 3, 2012 at 12:42 AM

    You my friend are one incredible lady. Love that you are leveraging Foodie Pen Pals to support Hurricane Sandy relief efforts. Truly amazing. You know that I will help to spread the word.

    Reply
    • Christine @ Oatmeal Bowl says

      December 3, 2012 at 12:59 AM

      I second that. The greatest gift would be knowing another person has obtained hot food, warm clothes, and shelter after such a storm. Thank you, Lindsay for putting this together and finding a charity that is working hard to make people whole again.

      Reply
      • Molly @ Just Your Average Athlete says

        December 3, 2012 at 11:56 AM

        Third this! So amazing 🙂

        Reply
  2. Melissa @ Live, Love, & Run says

    December 3, 2012 at 12:58 AM

    Love this! I’m in. Is it just for today, though? Or will this run all month long?

    PS: So very happy that your parents were spared a tragic loss.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      December 3, 2012 at 7:55 AM

      any time you’re able girl!

      Reply
  3. Miz says

    December 3, 2012 at 4:21 AM

    You are so freakin amazing.

    Ill share
    Ill share.

    Reply
  4. Miz says

    December 3, 2012 at 4:22 AM

    (add your twitter name to shareaholic when you get a moment!)

    Reply
  5. Angela @ Happy Fit Mama says

    December 3, 2012 at 5:17 AM

    Lindsay, you have one big heart! Brilliant idea! Off to share and help as much as I can.

    Reply
  6. Michele @ Nycrunningmama says

    December 3, 2012 at 6:55 AM

    I love this. You are amazing for organizing this. xoxo

    Reply
  7. Linz @ Itz Linz says

    December 3, 2012 at 7:52 AM

    Donated!! Such an awesome way to make a difference with money we would have spent anyway!!! xoxo

    Reply
  8. Madeline @ Food Fitness and Family says

    December 3, 2012 at 8:04 AM

    Good luck girl!

    Reply
  9. Lisa @ RunWiki says

    December 3, 2012 at 8:17 AM

    You have a huge heart!

    Reply
  10. Kimberlee {SRK} says

    December 3, 2012 at 8:49 AM

    Such a great idea. Some of my family was affected as well. I understand what your parents had to go through.

    Reply
  11. Kristina Navarro says

    December 3, 2012 at 10:10 AM

    I can’t imagine what some of these families are going through. A storm like this is devastating to so many people, and I glad we have such a strong community of folks that can truly make a difference!

    Reply
  12. Carol Anne @ Rock Salt says

    December 3, 2012 at 10:31 AM

    Done – and thank you again for organising this. Really, really well done.

    Reply
  13. Laura says

    December 3, 2012 at 11:31 AM

    Yes! I love this idea… such a fantastic way to make a difference. Sharing and donating!

    Reply
  14. Brandon McBride says

    December 3, 2012 at 2:01 PM

    It’s always heartwarming to see both individuals and groups stepping up to help out those in need. In times like these, it really rekindles my faith in humanity.

    Thank you.

    Reply
  15. Mollie @Sprinkles of Life says

    December 3, 2012 at 2:25 PM

    You are great! So glad you arranged this! Glad to be able to give to such a needed cause.

    Thanks!

    Reply
  16. Kim says

    December 3, 2012 at 2:43 PM

    You are so inspiring! I’m glad to find a new way to help New Yorkers find some normalcy after the hurricane. Great work! I can’t wait to see how many people chip in to help.

    Reply
  17. Kierston says

    December 3, 2012 at 4:58 PM

    The things you do and organize are simply incredible! You’re amazing.

    Reply
  18. Elizabeth @Food Ramblings says

    December 3, 2012 at 7:17 PM

    Wonderful cause- Thanks Lindsay!

    Reply
  19. Carli says

    December 3, 2012 at 8:59 PM

    Such a great idea! I’m happy to hear that your parents are safe.

    Reply
  20. Danica @ It's Progression says

    December 3, 2012 at 10:20 PM

    LOVE this. So proud of you for using Foodie Penpals to the advantage of so many people in need…
    **just wanted you to know that there’s a little typo in the html of the first badge…it’s just missing an “e” from the first “http://thleangreenbean.com” link…If that doesn’t make sense just let me know and I’ll try to explain it better 🙂

    Reply
  21. [email protected] says

    December 4, 2012 at 9:08 AM

    Love love love this idea. I’m spreading the word and just made my donation. It’s so important to remember that people are still rebuilding even though they may not continue to be making headlines. Wonderful idea.

    Reply
  22. Brad says

    December 5, 2012 at 11:24 AM

    This is wonderful Lindsey. Thanks for spreading the word. You are an amazing person and humanitarian.

    Reply
  23. Calee says

    December 5, 2012 at 1:20 PM

    I didn’t know your parents lived in Brooklyn. Are you originally from NY?

    Also, thanks for hosting this!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      December 6, 2012 at 8:04 AM

      nope! they moved there just a few years ago!

      Reply
  24. Vesna says

    December 5, 2012 at 8:42 PM

    Great idea! I just donated and have spread the word as well. So happy to be a part of this and thank you for organizing it! xx

    Reply

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