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There are many ways to get involved. The first, is to donate to the Red Cross's disaster relief fund.   Or, text "redcross" to 90999 to make an automatic $10 donation.

The Salvation Army is providing food, clean-up kits, and emotional help to the hurricane victims. You can donate to the Salvation Army here. Or, you can text "storm" to 80888 to donate $10 to the Salvation Army.

AmeriCares is dedicating to providing medical assistance and attention to hurricane victims. "American families need your help." Donate to AmeriCares here.

The Ocean City Hunger Relief is trying to quickly get its food pantries usable again to start feeding the hungry in Maryland. You can donate to the OC Hunger Relief here. They are graciously accepting food with a long shelf life, warm clothes, and giftcards to buy food. A complete list of needed items can be found here.

The ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) is organizing animal rescue efforts and providing pet food and shelter. Donations can be made to ASPCA here.

Volunteer opportunities in New Jersey are being coordinated through an emergency response hotline, 1-800-JERSEY-7 (1-800-537-7397) or by emailing Rowena.Madden@sos.state.nj.us.

The North American Mission Board also is committed to serving meals to victims and providing disaster relief. Contribute to the Southern Baptist Disaster Relief here.