SAN DIEGO — A coalition of area churches, community organizations, and people living in Spring Valley are a part of nonprofit called the Spring Valley Community Alliance. Saturday, they gathered at the Spring Valley Community Church to collect and distribute items to people affected by January’s floods, and they need your help.
With the waters receding quickly from the one thousand year flood, more than 200 Spring Valley homes were heavily affected.
"I love Spring Valley. And I just want to advocate for it and get people help," said Vice President of Spring Valley Community Alliance, Christopher Pierce.
Saturday, Pierce and other volunteers emerged as a beacon of hope for those grappling in the aftermath of the disaster.
On Bancroft Drive in Spring Valley, they are collecting new or gently used items, like washcloths, shoes, blankets, kitchenware, hygiene products, paper towels and more. They are collecting items from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Monday through Thursday and selected Saturdays from 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
"I donated one large pot and 3 sets of pots and pans," said Karen Gless who lives in Spring Valley. "We are an underserved community. These people are really suffering, so we need to help them."
Pierce says more assistance is needed.
"We are trying to get the message out to everyone so that they know that donations are still needed," he said.
Flood victims needing these essential items can easily request assistance via the Spring Valley Community Alliance website by clicking here. Simply complete a survey outlining your needs.
While volunteers say they do not need clothing donations, they need food, financial contributions, baby products and cleaning supplies.
"They need our help now!" said Gless.
The Spring Valley Community Alliance says storage bins will be there until April 15 and will be open for more donations.
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