I have so many many friends that have lost everything. They have started cleanup!! The people of BTR have come together fiercely to Help neighbors and friends alike. To see my FB feed is sheer amazing. They need cleaning supplies: Bleach, gloves, masks, scrubbing items, Large contractor bags. The Tide folks are in route to go into the Denham Springs area. There are friends in South Ms who have gotten convoys with trailer after trailer filled with drywall, cleaning supplies, food, diapers etc to help in cleanup. I agree with
@fallon. Most are taking inventory of damage and also walking around in a haze being so overwhelmed!!! There are many many ways to send donations. As the list of needed items grows for victims of the Louisiana Flood of 2016, many have asked where they can send donations if making a cash donation isn't an option. There are organizations taking those donations, and this is a list of those. For those who choose to mail items, it's best to send new, packaged items, which can be done directly through online stores like Amazon, Jet or WalMart.If you're packing items yourself, make sure do so carefully. Before sending any liquids, aerosol cans, batteries or other items you're not sure about, check theUnited States Postal Service's restrictions guidelines. If you're looking for ways to donate time, money or drop off items in the Greater New Orleans area, click here for that list. That page also has a map to help identify the closest location to you.  If you'd prefer to donate time, money or items for animal-specific causes, click here for that list. If you know of another organization that is accepted mailed donations of items, email details of what they are accepting and where items should be sent tocbrasted@nola.com. We'll update this list as that information is available. • United Way of Southeast LouisianaWhat they need: Buckets, bleach, cleaning detergent, mops, Shockwave for mold, mops, brooms, paper towels, large garbage bags, rubber gloves, masks, scrub brushes, scouring pads, sponges, air freshener, toiletries, hand sanitizer, shampoo, conditioner, bar soap, hand soap, adult diapers, disposable razors, shaving cream, toilet paper, diapers for babies, baby wipes, baby food, baby formula, sippy cups and bottles, pet cages, kennels, leashes, collars, pet food, cat litter, bottled water, nonperishable food items and school suppliesWhere to mail items:United Way of Southeast Louisiana, 2515 Canal St., New Orleans, LA 70119United Way of Greater New Orleans, 411 W. Coleman Ave., Hammond, LA 70403• Jefferson Parish Animal ShelterWhat they need: Leashes, pet treats, pet food, dog toys, cash donations, temporary fosters. Jefferson Parish Animal Shelter, 1869 Ames Blvd., Marrero, LA 70072• Companion Animal Alliance, Baton Rouge's city animal shelterWhat they need: Leashes, pet treats, pet food, dog toys, cash donations, temporary fosters until transportation is available Wednesday, Aug. 17.Where to mail items: Companion Animal Alliance, 2680 Progress Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70807• Capital Area United WayWhat they need: Buckets, bleach, cleaning detergent, mops, Shockwave for mold, mops, brooms, paper towels, large garbage bags, rubber gloves, masks, scrub brushes, scouring pads, sponges, air freshener, toiletries, hand sanitizer, shampoo, conditioner, bar soap, hand soap, adult diapers, disposable razors, shaving cream, toilet paper, diapers for babies, baby wipes, baby food, baby formula, sippy cups and bottles, bottled water, nonperishable food items and school supplies.Where to mail items: Capital Area United Way, 700 Laurel St., Baton Rouge, LA 70802 4951