Helping the Gulf Coast Recover

Last Updated: September 15, 2005

In response to the devastating impact that Hurricane Katrina and the related flooding have had on the Gulf Coast area, many NAEYC members have asked for information about how they can help. NAEYC leaders have been working on ways that the Association - and individual NAEYC members - can support immediate relief efforts and longer-term recovery projects.

This new Web page is designed to provide the latest information about relief and recovery efforts, especially those focused on young children and their families, and details on ways that you can get involved. We will update this site regularly, and hope you will use it as a resource, and refer others to it as well.

Thank you for your efforts to support the children, families and communities of the Gulf Coast region, and the people and programs around the country providing care for those in need.

Sincerely,

• Ways you can help immediately




There are several Web sites with detailed information about ways to support relief efforts, including through donations or volunteering:

American Red Cross

Bush-Clinton Katrina Fund

United Way

USA Freedom Corps



• Supporting early childhood programs in affected areas
• Supporting public school programs in affected areas
• NAEYC state and local affiliate at work in affected areas
• Advocating for federal support for programs
• Resources for programs and people working with children
• Resources for higher education students
• Conference Sessions in Response to Hurricane Katrina
• Support for NAEYC-accredited programs and programs seeking NAEYC Accreditation