In the wake of Hurricane Melissa, thousands of families across Black River, St. Elizabeth, and nearby communities are facing unimaginable hardship. Homes have been destroyed, electricity is out across entire districts, and access to clean drinking water remains dangerously limited. Many families are still sleeping under broken roofs, without light, without food security, and without the means to recover on their own.
Your donation is not just a contribution—it is a lifeline.
When you give to Rise UP Jamaica, you are directly placing essential supplies into the hands of survivors who urgently need them. We are committed to a zero–middle-man model: 100% of all monetary donations go straight to purchasing and delivering aid.
Help Jamaica Rise UP
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Every dollar makes a measurable difference. Your contribution helps provide:
Tarps, temporary roofing, and materials for emergency shelter
Solar lights and lanterns to bring safety and dignity to homes without power
Water filters and purification tablets to ensure families have safe drinking water
Essential food supplies for households cut off from markets and resources
Hygiene kits, baby supplies, and feminine care products
Rebuilding tools such as hammers, nails, ropes, gloves, and more
First aid kits for families with limited access to medical care
These are not theoretical needs—they are real, immediate, and life-changing resources for families who have lost everything.
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We believe deeply in transparency and community trust. Donations are used to:
Directly purchase emergency supplies
Transport and distribute these supplies to remote areas
Provide support to the elderly, single mothers, and families who cannot afford to rebuild
Sustain long-term recovery efforts beyond the immediate disaster response phase
No paid staff. No administrative overhead.
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Your generosity supports families like:
Elderly residents who lost their homes and have no income to rebuild
Farmers in St. Elizabeth whose livelihoods were wiped out overnight
Children who now attend damaged schools or have none at all
Single parents struggling to secure water, food, and shelter
Families in remote districts where traditional relief efforts rarely reach
This is how we rebuild hope—one family, one home, one community at a time.
Make Your Contribution Today
You can make a secure donation directly through our website using the link below.
Your compassion helps restore dignity, safety, and stability to families who are facing the hardest moments of their lives. When you give, you become part of a powerful movement of Jamaicans and supporters around the world working together to rebuild stronger than before.
Other Ways to Support
Not everyone can donate, and that’s okay. You can still make a significant impact by:
Praying for the people of Jamaica — As a nation built on faith, prayer offers strength, comfort, and hope. We welcome prayers for protection, healing, and restoration for every family affected by Hurricane Melissa.
Sharing our GoFundMe campaign with your network
Spreading awareness on social media
Partnering with us as a volunteer or community organizer
Helping us gather supplies for our on-the-ground distribution teams
Every action brings us one step closer to recovery.