Are You #GoodandReady for Disaster, Seattle?

Nonprofits Join Forces to Provide Free Disaster Preparedness Kits, Raise Awareness of Disaster Prep at Fremont Fair this Saturday
By: Points of Light
 
SEATTLE - June 17, 2015 - PRLog -- Residents are invited to build a free disaster preparedness starter kit, as well as learn other ways to keep themselves and their families safe in a disaster, at the Fremont Fair this Saturday, June 20.

Points of Light, the world’s largest organization dedicated to volunteer service, and The Allstate Foundation have launched a nationwide, 14-city tour to help Americans get ‘good and ready’ for a disaster. This is the annual tour’s first time in Seattle, where local volunteer organization Seattle Works will be on-hand to help residents get prepared.

In the last 10 years, nearly 255 million people worldwide were affected by disasters and since 1980, weather-related disasters have increased by more than 230 percent.

“Disaster prep is essential for people in the Puget Sound region,” says Jessica Frederick, development and communications manager at Seattle Works. “Earthquakes, landslides, wildfires and other disasters are very real possibilities in our area. A preparedness kit is a proactive way to make sure you have supplies on hand if a disaster occurs.”

Seattleites can stop by the ‘Good and Ready’ booth, located on 35th Street between Phinney and 1st Ave, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday to make a free starter kit for their family. Each kit includes first aid supplies, a flashlight, a water bottle and other items proven to keep people safe in a disaster.

“Although it’s difficult to think about, a disaster could occur in any community at any time across the globe,” says Cathy Darracott, local Allstate agent and ‘Good and Ready’ representative. “Many people—85 percent in fact—aren’t prepared. Our campaign and tour aims to help communities take charge and be less vulnerable in the event of a sudden disaster. Creating a kit for you and your family is step one.”

Seattle, chosen for its urgent need, is the sixth stop on this year’s ‘Good and Ready’ tour. People interested in supporting the campaign, or following the tour virtually, can use hashtag #GoodandReady on June 20.

“Getting ready for a disaster doesn’t happen overnight,” says Colleen Clay, vice president of disaster services at Points of Light. “It takes time to help ensure you and your loved ones are prepared. Make your kit and visit http://www.GoodandReady.org for more tips on preparing for the unexpected.”

About Seattle Works

Seattle Works connects volunteers, develops emerging leaders and inspires dialogue. A local nonprofit organization, their goal is a thriving community of actively engaged individuals. Seattle Works mobilizes volunteers at service projects throughout the Greater Seattle area, provides training and support for individuals looking to take on a community leadership role, and hosts community events that promote electoral engagement. Learn more at www.seattleworks.org.

About The Allstate Foundation

The Allstate Foundation brings the relationships, reputation and resources of Allstate to support innovative and lasting solutions that enhance people's well-being and prosperity. For more than 60 years, The Allstate Foundation has created practical, proven programs for thousands of individuals and families to help them overcome personal challenges and uncertainties—leading to better, safer lives. The Allstate Foundation supports a range of programs across the nation designed to help protect and prepare people, including the 14-city ‘Good & Ready’ disaster preparedness tour and education campaign. Learn more at allstatefoundation.org.

About Points of Light

Points of Light is the world’s largest organization dedicated to volunteer service. The organization was founded by President George H. W. Bush who invoked the ‘thousand points of light’ concept of service in his 1989 inaugural address. Through affiliates in 250 cities and partnerships with thousands of nonprofits and corporations, including The Allstate Foundation, Points of Light engages 4 million volunteers in 30 million hours of service each year. Find out more at pointsoflight.org.

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