Giving Compass' Take:

· Writing for Mashable, Nicole Gallucci provides a few ways to support efforts helping the communities affected by Hurricane Dorian.

· How can donors support these relief efforts? Why is disaster response crucial in times like this? How can donors support long-term support for affected areas? 

· Check out this article to learn about the United Nations’ disaster relief response to Hurricane Dorian.

If you're looking to help the communities affected by Hurricane Dorian, here are some actions you can take and charities you can support.

International Medical Corps
At the request of the Florida Department of Health, the International Medical Corps — a global humanitarian nonprofit that focuses on emergency response and relief — is deploying medical teams to the state.

You can donate here to help the organization deliver healthcare and supplies to those impacted by Dorian, and learn more about the International Medical Corps response plan on-site.

St. Bernard Project
St. Bernard Project (SBP) is a nonprofit, disaster relief organization that helps communities rebuild and recover long-term. The organization is currently taking donations that will help fund protective equipment for volunteers, buy mucking and gutting supplies, and new flooring and mold removal for flooded homes.

Mercy Corps
As a global humanitarian aid organization, Mercy Corps responds quickly when disaster strikes, offering communities care and supplies. The organization currently has a team of responders heading to the Bahamas who aim to help affected islands such as Grand Bahamas and Abaco.

Read the full article about disaster relief for Hurricane Dorian by Nicole Gallucci at Mashable.