Destin Donation Drop Off Site for Victims of Hurricane Ian

Catherine Card Posted: October 3, 2022

Destin Donation Drop Off Site for Victims of Hurricane Ian

SOURCE:  Catherine Card, Public Information Manager, City of Destin, 850-460-8538

Destin, Fla. – We live in a community that supports and deeply cares for others. The City of Destin in conjunction with Biguns Hope Disaster Response Services will be hosting a donation drop off site for those impacted by Hurricane Ian at the Marler Street Public Parking Lot, located at 285 Harbor Boulevard. Donations will be collected daily, beginning Saturday, October 1st from 8 am – to 6 pm, until the truck is full. The following donations will be accepted:

-Cases of water, Gator Aid, Supplemental Food Shakes, Dry Goods Food items, Canned goods, Toiletries, Paper Towel, Toilet Paper, Non-Electric can opener, Paper Plates, Cups, Napkins, utensils, Baby Food items, Dry Diapers, Wipes, Pillows & Blankets, Batteries if all sizes, Dog Food, Cat food, First aid kits, Candles, Lighters, Charcoal, Propane, Tarps, Bug spray (off)

If you are interested in volunteering at the site, please contact Damian Callais at 850.585.5259.

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