Monterey County OES Coordination of Donation Efforts for Pajaro Flood Survivors

For the many who are asking about donations for Pajaro – YES! Donations are being accepted and Monterey County has a coordinated effort to receive items and get them distributed to those in need.

The County of Monterey Department of Emergency Management is coordinating with ALL In

Monterey County Inc. for donations, collection of donations and distribution of necessary items for

those impacted by the storms. There are hundreds who cannot return to their homes for now and

hundreds who will still need support and necessities when they are able to return home.

Donating

There are many who have already donated, and your support has helped many.

ALL In Monterey County is operating a donation and fulfillment center at the Monterey County Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairgrounds Road, Monterey. It is currently open 11 am - 7 pm Monday - Sunday to receive donated items. Donors, please check the Most Needed items list on the organization website and please give items that are in new and like new condition. You may also bring donations to Monterey County District 2 Office, 11140 Speegle Street, Castroville.

Need Requests ALL IN Monterey County is making 3 round trips to Watsonville every day in support of the impacted community as well as coordinating with Santa Cruz County Community Based Organizations and their support efforts.

Residents who need items can let ALL IN know what they need by making an order on their website:

https://allinmonterey.org/2023-pineapple-express-storm-relief. Needed items will be delivered.

To find out about how to donate items, what items are needed and how to volunteer to help go to:

https://allinmonterey.org/2023-pineapple-express-storm-relief

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