Over the course of a week, Hurricane Harvey has caused hundreds of thousands of people in Texas and Louisiana to be left with no electricity, unsafe drinking water, and destroyed homes. While thousands of victims are being rescued, many have been displaced and are desperately in need of supplies.

Jersey City has a strong community that is always willing to help, and there are several businesses opening their doors to donations and efforts are being made to collect items to be sent over to Houston.

The Hair Room JC (213 Montgomery St) is working to get the JC community involved in helping those in need. Hazel Baby (218 Montgomery St + 17 McWilliams Pl) and Hound About Town (17 McWilliams Pl) are taking donations for The Hair Room JC, as well. Items needed includes: toiletries, baby wipes, non-perishable food, feminine products, diapers, formula, socks, blankets, towels, and dog food. Between today and tomorrow, feel free to drop off any items or cash donations to any of the locations!

Departed Soles
150 Bay St

Tonight, Departed Soles will be donating $1 from every packaged good sale to recovery efforts in Texas. People are also encouraged to bring non-perishable food items, diapers, toiletries, and more to be sent down to Texas to help those affected by the hurricane.

Jersey City Donation Drive for Hurricane Harvey Relief
Department of Public Works, 13-15 Linden Avenue East, Jersey City

Jersey City is teaming up with  Hermann Transportation to collect and deliver donated items to Hurricane Harvey victims in Texas and Louisiana. They’ll be accepting new and unopened items on Friday, Saturday, and Tuesday at the Jersey City Department of Public Works. Items needed include: shampoo/conditioner, deodorant, lotion, toothbrush/paste, dental floss, mouth wash, soap, body wash, baby wipes, hand sanitizers, diapers, feminine hygiene products, fire aid kits, phone chargers, batteries, school supplies and pet food. No clothing or bedding.

Darren Conway
Pier 13, 1301 Sinatra Dr N, Hoboken + Gringo’s Tacos, 12 Coles St, Jersey City

Darren Conway, owner of Gringo’s in Jersey City and Pier 13, will be collecting items and offering a free drink for any donations throughout the entire weekend.

Jersey for Houston: Hurricane Harvey Relief
Porta, 135 Newark Ave

Presented by Chilltown Collective & Thread Imprint, stop by Porta on Sunday, September 3rd for a #HoustonStrong event. All proceeds will be donated to the affected areas of Hurricane Harvey.

 

City Hall
280 Grove St

Items will be collected in front of City Hall on September 8th and 9th. The Harris County Sheriff’s Office in Houston is asking for: t-shirts, socks, MREs, plastic utensils, disposable plates, canned goods, toothbrushes + toothpaste, underwear (any size), soap, bug spray, basic toiletries, disinfectant, bottled water, and cleaning products