The agency will be collecting items through the end of the month for victims in the Bahamas.

LARGO – Hurricane Dorian has left widespread damage in the Bahamas and residents there are in dire need of food and supplies.

In the wake of Hurricane Dorian’s devastation in the Bahamas, the Pinellas County Housing Authority is participating in disaster relief efforts to aid in the country’s recovery.

The PCHA is seeking the community’s support by providing donations of relief supplies for the residents of the Bahamas. Through Sept. 30, the agency is collecting critical items such as:

• Canned Goods/Non-Perishable Foods
• Can Openers
• Disposable Plates and Eating Utensils
• Baby Formula
• Baby Wipes
• Diapers
• Personal Hygiene Kits
• Sunscreen
• Mosquito Repellent
• Flashlights
• Batteries
• First Aid Items
• Cleaning Items
• Tarpaulins
• Solar-Powered Chargers

PCHA is not collecting monetary donations or donations of clothing.

Drop-off locations:

• Pinellas County Housing Authority, 11479 Ulmerton Road, Largo
• East Lake Club Apartments, 150 E Lake Club Drive, Oldsmar

Hours:

• 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday
• 8 a.m. to noon Friday

The PCHA provides housing opportunities for about 8,500 county individuals with public and private funding. PCHA’s focus is on providing affordable housing through the development, ownership, and management of properties and administration of rental subsidies.

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