News & Stories
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Reflection
The Homeowner Who Left a Mark After Hurricane Helene
December 11, 2024
A Greyshirt reflects on working on a Florida home that had flooded and was heavily damaged, and the little inspiration they got in return.
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Reflection
In a Catastrophe, Compassion Rises
November 27, 2024
Decades of social science says disasters bring out the best in people—something disaster response volunteers already know.
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Reports & Research
The Second Disaster: Why Goodwill Goes Bad in a Disaster Zone
November 21, 2024
The heavy burden unsolicited donations place on disaster survivors, their communities, and the nonprofits and agencies attempting to serve them.
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Feature Story
Veterans Take on Disaster Relief
November 11, 2024
From the U.S. Army to the Space Force, here’s a by-the-numbers look at how veterans lead the way at the nation’s top disaster relief organization.
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Feature Story
Beyond the Uniform: Veteran Volunteer Competes in the Warrior Games
November 8, 2024
A Greyshirt with disabilities has represented the U.S. Navy in the DOD’s international adaptive sports competition.
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Feature Story
Atop a German Mountain, a Veteran and His Volunteers Seek the Missing
October 31, 2024
A US Army veteran and Team Rubicon volunteer goes beyond the uniform as he leads the search for a WWII airman MIA.
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Reflection
Capturing Simple Acts of Kindness Among Milton’s Devastation
October 25, 2024
A hurricane relief volunteer steps out from behind the lens and reflects on the gifts he received in serving.
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Operations
Hurricane Relief Operations in Full Swing in Five States After Helene and Milton
October 17, 2024
From Asheville, NC, to Port Charlotte, FL, more than 300 Team Rubicon disaster relief volunteers are serving dozens of communities devastated by the year’s historic hurricanes.
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Preparedness
How to Prepare for a Hurricane
October 7, 2024
Tips, tricks, and tools on preparing for, and recovering from, a hurricane and its aftermath.
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Preparedness
8 Tips to Avoid Disaster Relief Scams and Fraud
October 2, 2024
How survivors of hurricanes and other disasters can protect themselves from scammers and fraud while navigating the recovery processes.
