<div> <b>Vero Beach, FL —</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> In response to </span><b>Hurricane Melissa</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, which severely impacted communities across Jamaica, local leaders on the Treasure Coast have coordinated a regional relief initiative to collect and deliver urgently needed supplies. The effort brings together </span><b>Food For The Poor</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><b>Coastal Van Lines</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, and community leader </span><b>Christina Klingler</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, Business Development Manager of </span><b>VoiceLogix</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Three public drop-off locations have been established across the area, including:</span> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><b>Coastal Van Lines</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> — Main Drop Off Location</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><b>Nixon Building</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> — Donated as a drop-off site by Mike & Maria Mendez of Atmosphere</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><b>BIG BOYZ Jamaican Restaurant</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> — Community collection point supporting the Jamaican diaspora</span></li> </ul> <span style="font-weight: 400;">The first phase of the drive will run </span><b>through November 7, 2025</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, focusing on the most urgent supplies required for stabilization and recovery.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Collected supplies will be transported by Coastal Van Lines directly to </span><b>Food For The Poor’s warehouse in Coconut Grove</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, where goods will then be shipped by air and ship cargo and distributed into the hardest‑hit regions of Jamaica.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">“The Food For The Poor team is currently on the ground assessing and mobilizing resources in the most affected parishes,” Klingler said. “Our goal locally is to assist with rapid collection so relief can move as quickly as possible.”</span> <b>Key Partners & Roles</b> <b>Food For The Poor (FFTP)</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> — Managing major logistics, warehousing, shipping, and direct distribution in Jamaica.</span> <b>Coastal Van Lines</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> — Serving as both a primary public drop‑off location and transportation partner, managing consolidation and delivery operations.</span> <b>Community Leadership: Christina Klingler (VoiceLogix)</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> — Coordinating partner engagement and public involvement, local logistics, highlighting the essential role of </span><b>communication and organized systems</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> in activating effective community response.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">While VoiceLogix is not directing campaign communications, the effort showcases the company’s mission: </span><b>communication enables action when people need it most</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span> <b>Urgently Needed Supplies</b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Most Needed Supplies Items urgently requested include:</span> <ul> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Tarps</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Sleeping Bags</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Professional First-Aid Kits</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Generators</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Blankets</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Children’s school and art supplies</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Diapers for children and adults</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Chainsaws</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Work Gloves</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Hygiene Kits (Including Hair Brush, Combs)</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Trash Waste Bags (Large)</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Solar-Powered Lights</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Canned Foods (expires at least one year out)</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Tents</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Toothbrush</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Toothpaste (2 oz)</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Non-Perishable Foods (expires at least one year out)</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Rubber Boots</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Big Plastic Bins</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Shovels</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> XL Heavy Duty Trash Bags</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Plastic Utensils</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Paper plates</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Shampoo - 2oz</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Industrial Sponges</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Soap - 3 oz</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Unscented deodorant - 2 oz</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Wash cloths</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Paper towels</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Flashlights and Batteries</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Rotary Rescue Saws</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Military Cots</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Portable Emergency Lighting</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> NO USED CLOTHING OR LINEN!</span></li> </ul> <b>Drop-Off Locations & Hours</b> <b>Coastal Van Lines — 1622 91st Ct., Vero Beach, FL</b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">7AM-5PM</span> <b>Nixon Building — 1670 14th Ave, Vero Beach, FL</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> (Provided by Atmosphere)</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Text 772 633 3410</span> <b>BIG BOYZ Jamaican Restaurant — 774 South US1, Vero Beach, FL</b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">8AM-8PM</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Businesses, churches, schools, and civic groups are encouraged to coordinate </span><b>micro‑drives</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> feeding into the three drop off locations in Indian River County.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">“Community participation will directly determine the scale of support we can deliver,” Klingler said. “Every contribution will assist families who are facing prolonged recovery.”</span> <b>About the Partners</b> <b>Food For The Poor</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> — One of the largest international relief organizations serving the Caribbean and Latin America, specializing in food, housing, water, healthcare, and disaster response.</span> <b>Coastal Van Lines</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> — A trusted Treasure Coast logistics provider contributing trucks, staging space, and transport resources for this humanitarian initiative.</span> <b>VoiceLogix</b><span> — A local telecom provider, headquartered in Vero Beach. Through Klingler’s leadership in this effort, the organization underscores the critical importance of </span><b>clear communication and strong systems</b><span> in coordinating relief and recovery.</span> </div> <div></div>