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Blue Sky Disaster Relief Impact Report for 2024

As of 12/15/2024

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Executive Summary

2024 has been a year of growth and resilience for Blue Sky Disaster Relief. Thanks to our dedicated supporters and partners, we were able to expand our services, launch new Cold Weather and Extreme Cold Weather Kits, and organize support efforts for teens and their families affected by severe weather events in four states. This report highlights our key achievements, financial stewardship, and the lives impacted by your generosity.

 

Introduction

At Blue Sky Disaster Relief, we are dedicated to helping communities prepare for and recover from the devastating effects of severe weather. Our mission is to provide timely, life-saving resources and foster resilience in the aftermath of disasters. This year’s report reflects the unwavering commitment of our volunteers, donors, and partners in bringing hope to those in need. A message from our Executive Director:

 

“Together, we turned challenges into opportunities, ensuring that families facing severe weather had access to essential information, relief supplies, and the support they needed to stay resilient. Thank you for being part of this increasingly relevant effort.”

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Accomplishments and Impact

Quantitative Impact

• Logged more than 500 volunteer hours

• Delivered more than 1,000 supplies delivered to tornado, hurricane, and wildfire survivors

• Supported disaster-affected communities across four states

• Raised awareness of storm risk and preparation education nationwide

 

Qualitative Impact

• Testimonial: “We lost everything. It's really hard. It means so much to know someone my age knows what I've been through and cares. I can take this kit with me? Thanks! You made my day." - Alyssa M., verbal feedback to volunteer

• In collaboration with governmental, not-for-profit, and for-profit organizations, we provided education, emotional support, and supplies to affected communities.

 

Program Highlights

1. Resilience Support: Provided supplies and support to teens and their families whose homes were damaged or lost due to severe weather events.

2. Preparation Support: Volunteered hours and materials to educate families about ways to reduce risk of severe weather damage, and to increase adoption of tools 

3. New Product Launches: Tailored kits for winter weather, resulting in the release of Cold Weather and Extreme Cold Weather Kits.

4. Holiday Giving Initiative: Enabled donors to gift kits or make donations in honor of loved ones, providing vital aid to communities during the holiday season.

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2024 Financial Overview (as of 12/15/24)

Revenue

• Donations and Kit Sales: $2,870.00

Expenses

• Program Supplies (Kit and Distribution Costs): 99.1%

• Administrative Costs: 0%

• Fundraising Expenses: 0.9%

Impact Efficiency

• 99 cents of every dollar directly supported relief efforts.

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Future Plans

Insurance companies are increasingly struggling to provide the natural disaster support families need. Blue Sky Disaster Relief is needed more than ever. Looking ahead, our organization aims to:

• Develop additional natural disaster preparation and recovery tools

• Expand support to impacted communities

• Partner with more not-for-profit and for-profit organizations to increase education and adoption of resilience practices

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How You Make a Difference

Your support makes our mission possible. Here's how you can help:

• Spread the word. Share our cause and our kits.

• Donate: Your money goes a long way toward helping people weather the storm.

• Buy a Kit: Whether you buy a Cold Kit for yourself or donate a kit to a family salvaging their home, you're making the world a more comfortable place.

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Acknowledgements

We extend our deepest gratitude to our donors, volunteers, and partners who made 2024 a success. Special thanks to:

• Appletree Promotions

• Know Wildfire

• Texas Association of Public Insurance Adjusters​