Rotary Club of Dominica assist those affected by TS Erika

Thanks in a large part to its regional and international partners, the Rotary Club of Dominica assisted by the Rotaract Club of Roseau, has been actively engaged in distributing relief supplies across the island, to persons affected by the ravages of TS Erika.

Soon after TS Erika devastated the island, several Rotary Clubs in the region spearheaded the relief aid efforts for Dominica. In particular, the Rotary Clubs of St. Kitts, BVI, St. Croix, St Marten, Martinique, Guadeloupe, Marie Galante and St Vincent responded quickly with generously with supplies of water, food, clothing, toiletries and linen. Tropical Shipping and Express Des Iles have also assisted greatly by providing free shipping for some of these supplies.

The Government of Dominica has also played a significant role by facilitating easy clearance of the all relief cargo. The Rotary Club of Dominica is truly grateful for the generosity and support of the Rotary Clubs during this time of crisis. They have truly lived up to this year’s Rotary theme, ‘Be a gift to the World.’

The Rotary Club in its efforts to reach as many affected persons as possible, targeted several areas in Dominica. Supplies have been delivered to the communities of Bagatelle, Coulibistrie, Pichelin, Fond St. Jean, Boetica, Delices and Colihaut.

Supplies were also delivered to the Petite Savanne and Dubique residents currently living at various shelters including the Grand Bay Primary School, the Dominica Grammar School, the Grand Bay Community Centre and the Roseau Primary School.

Several communities were also supplied with water, including Soufriere, Scottshead, Pointe Michel, Giraudel, Wesley and, Salisbury.Health institutions such as Princess Margaret Hospital, Portsmouth Hospital, Marigot Hospital, health centres at Woodford Hill and Wesley; the Grotto and Mount Carmel Homes for the Aged, and the Infirmary have also been supplied with water and other relief supplies.

The Rotary Club in continuing its relief efforts by providing care packages to families of Petite Savanne who currently reside with other relatives in Roseau and environs and is also delivering water to schools.

A bank account has been set up by the Rotary Club of Dominica to facilitate relief to those affected by TS Erika. The club has already received donation in excess of over EC $70,000 mainly from Rotary Clubs and other citizens living abroad. These funds will be used in post TS Erika recovery and rehabilitation projects possible.

For persons or organizations wishing to contribute funds through the Rotary Club of Dominica, the details are as follows:

TS Erica Relief Account – Wire Transfer details.
Destination / Intermediary Bank: CHASUS33
JP Morgan Chase Bank
New York
U.S.A
ABA 021000021

Pay to Bank / Beneficiary Bank: 11030798
ROYCDMDM
RBC Royal Bank of Canada
ROSEAU
DOMINICA

Beneficiary Account: 09655-1015783
Beneficiary Name & Address: ROTARY CLUB OF DOMINICA
Bay Front ROSEAU DOMINICA

The Rotary Club of Dominica is indeed grateful to all organizations and individuals that have assisted in one way or another to help those in need during this difficult and vulnerable time.

More information on the Rotary Club and its humanitarian efforts can be obtained on its website: http://www.rotary-dominica.org and Facebook Page http://www.facebook.com/RotaryDominica.