Typhoon Uwan (international name: Fung Wong) had weakened as it exited the Luzon landmass on Monday morning, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake.
According to a report by the Office of the Civil Defense on Monday, two people were killed in Viga, Catanduanes, and Catbalogan City, Samar, due to the impact of Super Typhoon Uwan.
Meanwhile, a total of 1.4 million people (about 426,000 families) have been preemptively evacuated in Metro Manila, the Cordillera Administrative Region, Ilocos Region, Cagayan Valley, Central Luzon, Calabarzon, Mimaropa, Negros Island Region, Bicol, Western Visayas, Central Visayas, and Eastern Visayas.
Uwan made landfall on Sunday night over Dinalungan, Aurora, before crossing the Luzon landmass. On Monday, state weather bureau PAGASA said, Signal No. 4 is still hoisted in eight areas in Luzon.
If you wish to lend a helping hand to affected communities, here is a list of donation drives where you can send donations:
1. Kapuso Foundation
On “Unang Hirit” Monday, Anjo Pertierra did not only report from Isabela Province, he also handed out relief packs from Kapuso Foundation, which has been hard at work, repacking goods and delivering them to communities that need them most.
If you wish to help, the Foundation is accepting donations through Metrobank, Land Bank, BDO, Bank of Commerce, UnionBank, PNB, Cebuana Lhuillier, GCash, Lazada, and Shopee.
Visit the GMA Kapuso Foundation website for more information.
2. Philippine Red Cross
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) has mobilized its rescue, feeding, and shelter operations for communities devastated by Typhoon Uwan.
On social media, the organization made an appeal, enlisting donations most needed, including food and water, hygiene kits, water containers, medicines, and solar lamps
For those who wish to contribute to PRC’s relief efforts, the organization is accepting donations via BDO, Metrobank, PNB, Security Bank, GCash, Maya, PhilPaCS, and PayPal.
3. Angat Buhay
The Angat Buhay Foundation is accepting donations via GCash, bank transfer, and BPI eDonate.
The non-government organization is currently operating relief operations in Capiz, Cebu, Dinagat Islands, Negros Occidental, Negros Oriental, Palawan, Southern Leyte, Surigao del Norte, and Zamboanga City.
Visit the Angat Buhay website for more information.
4. Philippine Disaster Resilience Foundation
Cosmetics brand Dazzle Me has partnered with the Philippine Disaster Resilience Foundation (PDRF) for a TikTok live-selling event on November 10 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. A portion of every purchase will be donated to PDRF’s relief and recovery efforts.
If you wish to donate directly to PDRF, you may do so via bank transfers with BPI and BDO.
5. Paws Philippines
In their report about the on-the-ground work following the devastation of Typhoon Tino, Paws Philippines said it was also bracing for impacts of Super Typhoon Uwan. “Every donation helps deliver comfort to those who need it most,” Paws said on Instagram.
The non-profit dedicated to animals is accepting donations through BPI, PNB, BDO, as well as mobile banking apps like Cash and Maya. “You can also donate your Globe Rewards Points to Paws Philippines on the GlobeOne app,” they said.
6. Waves for Water
Waves for Water is a non-profit that aims to provide clean drinking water by mobilizing prepositioned filters to affected communities. For just P3,450, you can provide one “filtration system that can serve up to 100 people during disaster response,” it said on social media.
The filtration system can provide clean and potable water, filter rainwater, flood water, as well as water from wells, rivers, and streams. They work without electricity, and because they can last up to 10 years, they also help reduce plastic pollution in evacuation centers. You can donate to Waves for Water here.
7. Diocesan Shrine of Our Lady of Hope Parish
The Diocesan Shrine of Our Lady of Hope Parish in Brgy. Bagong Pag-asa, Quezon City, is accepting donations for the more than 90 families taking shelter in the Brgy. Bagong Pag-asa Covered Court.
In-kind donations such as food, diapers for children, blankets, towels, and other essential items may be brought to the parish office or the covered court.
8. Ugnayan Youth
Ugnayan Youth, a youth-centered non-profit organization, has launched a donation drive for communities affected by Typhoon Uwang.
Monetary donations may be sent via Unionbank, GCash, and Maya. The NGO is also accepting in-kind donations like ice, canned goods, clothes, blankets, hygiene kits, and medicines.
Those who wish to give in-kind donations may reach out to Ugnayan Youth’s official Facebook page or contact 0910 865 2920.
9. Jose Rizal University
Jose Rizal University’s donation drive for Typhoon Tino and Typhoon Uwan victims will run from November 11 to 12, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
It accepts in-kind donations such as dry goods (powdered milk, coffee, noodles, cereal, biscuits), canned goods, bottled water, toiletries, and laundry needs (powdered detergent).
These items may be sent to JRU’s Community Development Office in Mandaluyong.
Article by — Hermes Joy Tunac/LA/CDC, GMA Integrated News
