Hurricane Melissa Relief in St. Ann Parish
St. Ann Parish experienced significant damage to tourism areas and agricultural zones. Ocho Rios and surrounding communities face long recovery periods.
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Communities We Serve in St. Ann
The Melissa Relief Fund is actively providing emergency aid to families across St. Ann Parish, including:
Hurricane Impact in St. Ann
Damage Assessment
- •Ocho Rios cruise port heavily damaged
- •Dunn's River Falls area affected
- •Agricultural areas experiencing crop losses
- •Tourism workers facing unemployment
Current Challenges
- •Tourism shutdown affecting local economy
- •Power outages in resort areas
- •Water contamination in coastal zones
- •Unemployment crisis needs support
Critical Needs in St. Ann
Families in St. Ann Parish urgently need the following assistance:
Our Relief Priorities for St. Ann
How We're Helping
The Melissa Relief Fund is focusing our St. Ann Parish relief efforts on these critical areas:
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Economic assistance for displaced workers
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Solar power for tourism facilities
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Starlink internet for business recovery
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Food assistance programs
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Housing repair materials
How You Can Help St. Ann Families
Make a Donation
Donate directly to St. Ann relief efforts. 100% of your donation provides emergency aid to families in this parish.
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Purchase specific items like solar panels, Starlink kits, food, water, and shelter supplies for St. Ann families.
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Learn MoreNeed Help in St. Ann?
If you or someone you know in St. Ann Parish needs hurricane relief assistance, we're here to help. Our local partners are working across Ocho Rios, St. Ann's Bay, Brown's Town, Runaway Bay, and all surrounding communities.
Duty-Free Relief for St. Ann
The Government of Jamaica has extended the duty-free program through December 2025, making it more affordable to import essential supplies including Starlink satellite internet and solar power equipment to St. Ann Parish.
Learn About Duty-Free Relief