AOH Hurricane Sandy Relief Fund (Disaster Relief)

AOH Hurricane Sandy Relief Fund

Overview:
Emergency relief program established by the AOH National Board in response to Hurricane Sandy, which devastated the Northeast. The program provided assistance to Hibernians and community members impacted by the disaster.

Relief Components:

• Direct financial relief to those impacted by the hurricane
• Support for individuals experiencing displacement, destruction, and despair
• Prayer and spiritual support alongside material assistance

AOH Donation Commitment:

• AOH National Board unanimously voted to donate $25,000 for AOH Storm Relief
• Goal: Raise well in excess of $100,000 through contributions from State Boards, County Boards, Divisions, and individual members
• Suggested minimum donation from divisions: $200

Eligibility:

• Hibernians impacted in various ways by Hurricane Sandy
• Community members in affected areas

Geographic Scope:

• Northeastern United States (areas devastated by Hurricane Sandy)
• Particularly areas with high concentrations of Hibernian members

Mission Connection:

• Aligned with AOH's Irish Catholic legacy of responding to those in need

Historical Context:

• Authorized in response to emergency conference call of AOH National Board
• Reflects AOH commitment to member and community assistance

Contact Information for Relief Applications:

• Request Forms: Available from State Presidents, AOH.com website, or directly from Seamus Boyle
• Donations: Send to Edward Dougherty, Hibernian Charity Secretary, 7236 Brous Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19149

How to Apply for Relief

1. Obtain Application Form:
   • Contact your State President
   • Visit aoh.com website
   • Available formats: Word document, PDF, or online application
2. Complete Application:
   • Fill out the Storm Relief Application form completely
   • Provide information about hurricane damage/impact
   • Document extent of assistance needed
3. Submit Application:
   • Submit completed form according to instructions
   • Online submission option available

Making Donations to Support Relief:

1. Check Payment:
   • Write checks to "Hibernian Charity" (exact payee name required)
   • Write in memo line: "AOH Storm Relief"
   • Send to: Edward Dougherty, Hibernian Charity Secretary, 7236 Brous Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19149
2. Tax Status:
   • All donations are tax-deductible
   • Checks must be written correctly for tax purposes
3. Organizational Giving:
   • State Boards, County Boards, and Divisions encouraged to contribute
   • Suggested minimum: $200 per division