The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) is continuing with its comprehensive assistance to those affected by the recent hurricanes in the Caribbean.

On September 22 nearly 8,000 pounds of items were airlifted to the Cayman Islands to be distributed by ADRA. Included were 300 blankets, 200 food boxes that are a two-week food supply for a family, 560 hygiene kits, can openers, hammers, Hibachi grills, nails, rope, tarps/plastic sheeting, and five pallets of water. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints provided the supplies, valued at more than US$64,000.

A 40-foot ocean freight container of relief supplies also sent yesterday to those affected by the hurricane that passed through Grenada will also be distributed by ADRA. The items, valued at approximately US$38,000, were donated by the Capital Area Food Bank in Washington, D.C. Included in the nearly 24,000 pounds of supplies were toothpaste, soap, canned vegetables, beverages, crackers, cookies, and other food items.

ADRA will also distribute supplies donated by Heart to Heart International that are to be airlifted to Jamaica today. The complimentary airlift, provided by FedEx, is to include diapers, trash bags, soap, toothpaste/brushes, batteries, tarps, work gloves, and 13 pallets of water.
To avoid duplication of aid items provided, ADRA International is working in coordination with in-country agencies and government authorities as well as with the affected countries’ U.S. embassies to discern and provide specifically needed items.

"The best way for individuals to help ADRA respond immediately and effectively to hurricane survivors with the appropriate items is to make a monetary donation to help ADRA deliver these specific items, " stated Frank Teeuwen, bureau chief for disaster preparedness and response for ADRA International.

ADRA is present in more than 120 countries providing individual and community development and disaster relief without regard to political or religious association, age or ethnicity.