The United Way of NYS :

Many residents of NYS have experienced significant losses as a result of the recent tropical storms. The United Way of NYS is coordinating a statewide recovery effort.  Donations can be made by check or securely online at uwnys.org. If you write “NYS HSS” on the check memo line or under “special instructions” for an on-line payment, it will be possible for the United Way to identify how much was collected via organizations working with human services agencies. You may also choose to donate directly to charity organizations that have set-up relief funds in local communities.

Hurricane Irene Recovery Fund
c/o United Ways of NYS
800 Troy-Schenectady Road, 2nd Floor
Latham, NY 12110

Schoharie County DSS:

To assist the residents of Schoharie County the following agency is collecting donations and coordinating emergency services. Please write “Flood Relief” in the subject line of your check.

Schoharie County Community Action Program
795 East Main Street, Suite 5
Cobleskill, NY 12043-1436
(518) 234-2568

Tioga County DSS:

In Tioga the best route is for Financial Donations to be sent to Tioga United Way (info below) and marked Flood Recovery Fund.  They then distribute 100% to local charities and food pantries.

Tioga United Way, Inc.
24 State Route 96
Owego, NY 13827
(607) 687-4028
www.tiogaunitedway.com

Broome County DSS:

In Broome the best route is for Financial Donations to be sent to United Way of Broome (info below) and marked Flood Recovery Fund. 

United Way of Broome County
PO Box 550
Binghamton, NY 13902-0550
(607) 240-2000
www.unitedwaybroome.org