Hurricane Dorian has wreaked havoc on our friends in the Islands of The Bahamas. They need our help, HEAT fans. The Micky and Madeleine Arison Family Foundation, Carnival Corporation and the Carnival Foundation are leading the way by collectively pledging $2 million in funding and in-kind support for relief efforts. You can help by purchasing the items on the list below and delivering them to the designated drop-off locations. To our fans in other parts of the country and the world, please consider making a financial donation to DirectRelief.org.
NEMA-Approved Donated Food and Supplies List for the People of The Bahamas
| Items | Comment |
| Ready-To-Eat Meals | |
| Tents | |
| Cots | Adult Size |
| Hygiene Kits | Pampers (all sizes), baby wipes, sanitary napkins, deodorant, toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, toilet paper, adult diapers, hand sanitizer |
| Bottled Water | Cases |
| Non-Perishable Food Items | Canned fish, canned meats, canned pureed veg, peanut butter, jars of baby food, powdered milk, baby formula |
| Disposable Cutlery | Pre-packed cutlery, cups, plates |
| Water Bladders | Size: 2,500 gallons |
| Reusable Water Containers | Size: 3 gallons |
| First Aid Items | Sterile bandages/gauze (all sizes), tape |
| Portable Generators | 15KW – 25KW |
| Chain Saws | |
| Plastic Tarpaulin | |
| Debris Removal Tools | Shovels, rakes, axes, wheel barrows |
| Portable Single and Double Burner Stoves | |
| Portable Outdoor Lamps/Lights | Battery operated |
| Water Purification Kits | Brita water filters and purification tablets |
| Flashlights | Wind-up and battery operated |
| Blankets and Towels | |
| Insect Repellents | Spray, bracelets |
| Portable Radios | Wind-up and battery operated |
| Batteries | D Cell, AA |
| Portable Bathroom | |
| Cleaning Supplies | Bleach, brooms, mops, pinesol, garbage bags |
| Life Jackets and Ponchos | Adult and child size |
DROP-OFF LOCATIONS FOR FOOD AND SUPPLIES FOR THE BAHAMAS
Note: Updates on additional drop-off sites may be provided as more details become available.