We Believe in helping those in need
Our mission is to beat the heat by providing essential support and resources to vulnerable communities during times of extreme temperatures. Through compassionate outreach, we aim to ensure the safety, well-being, and comfort of all individuals, empowering them to thrive even in the hottest of conditions.
Why Donate?
Veterans
Extreme heat poses serious health risks for veterans
Veterans are more likely to be homeless upon returning from oversea duties due to increased rates of extreme poverty, psychiatric disorders, and social isolation. Extreme poverty is defined by the United Nations as “a condition characterized by severe deprivation of basic human needs, including food, safe drinking water, sanitation facilities, health, shelter, education and information.”
Homeless
Extreme heat can be deadly for the homeless, leading to dehydration and heatstroke.
NEW YORK - The intense heat wave that recently shattered temperature records across the United States is subsiding this week in parts of the country, temporarily bringing relief to Americans. However, it continues to disproportionately affect the homeless, who have far fewer means to escape the searing weather.
Kids
Extreme heat can disrupt outdoor activities and educational programs vital for youth development.
Extreme heat is a significant threat to the health of children, and we must consider a holistic and multi-faceted approach when crafting solutions. Clinicians are well-positioned to serve as advocates in this space given our unique lens into the multitude of ways that the environment impacts children's health. The heat is up and the time to act is now.
Charities for a Cause
Donations
To help people beat the summer heat, what items can you donate to help out? Do you have extra resusable water bottles, light-weight clothing, food that will keep like granola bars, or sunscreen?
Team Init to Win It
Bree Massingill
Imani Walker
Katie Jacobson
Jacob Reyes
