We've teamed up with CBJ, state, and local partners to help those affected by the Mendenhall Valley flood. Through the weekend, United Way of Southeast Alaska is running a walk-in volunteer center in Melvin Park (4098 Riverside Drive) where volunteers can be matched with a resident in need or join general clean-up work. The volunteer center will be open Friday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
If you’re a homeowner experiencing flood damage or someone looking to volunteer, we invite you to sign up here: https://bit.ly/juneau-flood. Your information will be shared with volunteer organizations that can provide support where it’s needed most. For additional resources on natural disaster assistance, visit alaska211.org or call 211 to speak with someone who can help today.
Visit juneau.org/manager/flood-response for complete and up-to-date resources and information. For questions, email floodresponse@juneau.gov.
Volunteers Needed
In the past two days, we have seen a major increase in requests from residents affected by flooding for help pulling insulation, soaked carpets, and debris out of homes. Volunteer workers are also in need of tools, equipment, and cleaning supplies.
Many homes need significant construction and demolition work to deal with damage. Volunteers comfortable doing labor-intensive tasks or demolition are especially in demand—though all are welcome and can be put to work.
Volunteer PPE:
- Please bring sturdy shoes or boots and work gloves
- Any additional PPE you may need, such as safety goggles or masks, should also be brought along
Equipment and Tools:
- If you have box fans, dehumidifiers, or any other tools you are willing to lend or donate, please bring them to the volunteer center
- Cleaning supplies are also greatly needed and can be dropped off along with tools
- If lending equipment, please clearly label it with your name and phone number
Hosting the Volunteer Center:
- United Way needs volunteers to help run the volunteer center at Melvin Park. This is not a physical job but involves operations and logistics, such as coordinating where people go and managing tasks.
- If you are interested in helping with the volunteer center, please contact Volunteer Coordinator Ryan O'Shaughnessy at (907) 209-5069
If you are in need of help, please fill out the form at bit.ly/juneau-flood. Volunteers will be dispatched to all homes/residents who sign up through this form. It may take some time because of the high number of people in need, but all who sign up will be connected with help.
For questions about the volunteer center, please contact Ryan O'Shaughnessy at (907) 209-5069