United Way of Metro Chicago is working with community-based partners to host disaster preparedness-related events and workshops throughout the Austin, Brighton Park, and Little Village neighborhoods on the West and Southwest Sides of Chicago.
Our goal is to distribute 1,000 Disaster Resilience Kits and provide hands-on instruction that help participants create an emergency plan, learn how to use the kit, and prepare for future emergencies.
By collaborating with trusted local groups, we provide culturally relevant outreach and connect people to recovery resources—building stronger, more resilient neighborhoods together.
We also operate 211 Metro Chicago, a 24/7/365 health and social services helpline where residents can get connected to critical disaster recovery resources.
Events
Check out upcoming preparation workshops and other events.
Get ready before disaster strikes. This free workshop will offer practical tools to prepare for flooding and other potential disasters in our community. This workshop is co-hosted by Brighton Park Neighborhood Council and American Red Cross of Illinois.
Join the Center for Neighborhood Technology and Greater Chatham Initiative for a disaster preparedness workshop focused on how to prepare for flooding and associated risks. This workshop is intended to serve residents of Chatham.
Get ready before disaster strikes. This free workshop will offer practical tools to prepare for flooding and other potential disasters in our community. This workshop is co-hosted by Austin Coming Together and American Red Cross of Illinois.
Five Steps You Can Take Now
Take these 5 low- or no-cost steps to prepare yourself, your family, your business, and your community for disaster.
What you can do right now
Choose how you want to take action.
FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT OFFICE (FEMA)
FEMA Helpline
1-800-621-3362 | 7 A.M. to 11 P.M. ET, 7 days a week
For Individual Assistance benefits, email AskIA@fema.dhs.gov
Download the FEMA app from FEMA.gov
211
Call 2-1-1, text your zip code to 898-211, or web chat with a live Resource Navigator at 211MetroChicago.org to get connected to food, shelter, and other emergency assistance. 2-1-1 is free, confidential, and available 24/7/365.
5 Tips to Prepare Now
Take action now with these free steps.
Contact Us
222 Merchandise Mart Plaza, Suite 633
Chicago, IL, 60654
Email: info@211metrochicago.org
Phone: (312) 906-2350
