Bahamas Donation Options – Location Drop Offs and More

Dear Friends of InTheBite,

Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with everyone who has been affected by Hurricane Dorian. The Bahamas are a wonderful place, full of wonderful people. Beyond the general desire to help those in need, the Bahamas have a special place in the hearts of many in the boating and sportfishing communities. The aftermath of the storm leaves many wondering how you can best help the Abacos and the Bahamas. With the abundance of options posted, it’s only natural to try to determine how to most directly benefit those in need.

Below are a couple of InTheBite’s recommendations—based on our industry contacts and contacts on the ground. We want to help! To begin, we have been provided with the following relief efforts.

List of Donation Items, as requested by the Government of the Bahamas:

Water. Ice. Non-perishable foods. Hygiene kits (tissue, toothpaste, tooth brushes, towels, sanitary napkins). Cleaning supplies (bleach, mops, brooms, garbage bags, sponges, clothes pins). Disinfectants. Baby formula, bottles and supplies. Jerry cans (plastic water bottles). Beds, cots. Blankets. Portable toilets. Flashlights. Batteries. Mosquito repellent (DEET-free). Cooking utensils.  Temporary housing. Tarpaulins. Plastic sheeting. Plywood. Roof shingles. Generators. Chain saws. Shovels. Disposable plates and eating utensils. Power banks. Solar-powered chargers. Portable radios (battery or crank). Cloth bags or biodegradable bags. First aid kits (bandages, gauze and tape).

If you have information on how to help in the relief effort, please contact us here or send an e-mail to info@inthebite.com 

This is going to be a long-term recovery! God Bless all those affected,

Sincerely,

InTheBite Staff

Monetary Donation for Elbow Cay:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/hurricane-relief-for-elbow-cay-amp-marsh-harbour

WPB Supply Drop-off:
https://www.palmbeachpost.com/news/20190903/hurricane-dorian-west-palm-disaster-relief-mission-headed-to-bahamas

The Abaco Relief Alliance is composed of sportfishing companies and individuals who are organizing and spearheading relief donations and supplies. They are are a group on Facebook– their page provides a great deal of information on the latest. The group is composed of: Cody Holcomb, Ric Peeples, Ed Dwyer, Bruce Marx, Scott Baxter, SeaHunter Boats, Crook and Crook, Grand Slam Boats LLC, American Custom Yachts, Pipe Welders, and High Seas Electronics. Here is a list of drop off locations throughout South Florida.

Abaco Holdings Co. Ltd.
940 Eller Drive
Ft Lauderdale Fl 33316