Feeding Tampa Bay and our Disaster Readiness team are FEMA trained and prepared to handle disaster situations. In partnership with the Tampa Bay area Emergency Operations Centers, we work directly with local emergency management operations to provide food, water, and hygiene items to our service area, state, and neighboring states during crisis situations. See below for tips on how to prepare and how to help following a storm.
Stock up on these items
Although weather patterns are ever-changing, it is important to be prepared for any impact of hurricanes threatening Florida. Stock up on shelf-stable food and water to weather any storm.
Food safety tips
As Floridians, hurricane prep is a yearly task. Get your family disaster ready by collecting shelf-stable and ready-to-eat foods, tracking how to safely store food during a power outage, and preparing to-dos for once a storm has passed.
Find help if a storm strikes
If a storm strikes, check our Find Food page for resources on emergency food distributions. Individuals and families in need of food assistance can call us at 813.254.1190 with any questions.
Stay up-to-date during a storm
Join FTBFYI and get texts straight to your phone
Stormy weather often causes delays or cancellations in our operations. To stay informed of changes leading up to a storm or to stay in the know of emergency distributions added after a storm, text FTBFYI to 833-530-3663 or text FTBPARATI to 833-530-3663 por espanol. We’ll be sure to send you the right information so you can access the resources you need.
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How You Can Help
Donate Relief
Help our neighbors in the Tampa Bay area and help food banks across the state impacted by the storm.
Volunteer
Prepare and distribute food to those severely impacted in our region and across Florida.
Donate Supplies
Have extra supplies? Look and see what items we accept for a Disaster Relief Kit to help our neighbors in need.