CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – For Clarksvillians eager to help their neighbors in Eastern Tennessee, there are several nonprofits collecting donations and aid.

YAIPak Outreach is collecting supplies at 1255 Paradise Hill to be transported to hurricane victims. They will be making multiple trips throughout the next few months, but the sooner the donations arrive, the better. The facility will be open Wednesday noon-2 p.m. and Thursday 5-8 p.m. for donations.

All donations should be new, not used. During emergencies, volunteers do not have the time or resources to sift through used goods.

The American Legion Post 233 is collecting supplies every day at 14633 Fort Campbell Blvd. Monetary donations can be made at Legion Hall. They’re available from Monday to Saturday 1-8 p.m., and Sunday 11 a.m.-8 p.m.

Urgent supplies needed:

  • Batteries (all sizes)
  • Bug repellant
  • Body wipes
  • Canned food
  • Cots
  • Flashlights
  • Formula
  • Extension cords
  • Feminine hygiene products
  • Gas cans
  • Gas gift cards
  • Generators
  • Men’s/boy’s underwear
  • Pull-ups
  • Reusable shopping bags
  • Sting relief meds, creams
  • Water filter bottles / tools (sawyer/LifeStraw)

Other supplies needed:

  • Baby food
  • Baby formula
  • Band-Aids
  • Backpacks
  • Blankets
  • Candles
  • Can openers
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Diapers
  • Fire-starter / charcoal
  • Gloves
  • Juice
  • Non-perishable foods
  • OTC medications
  • Paper towels
  • Personal hygiene items
  • Pet food
  • Propane tanks
  • Razors
  • Sanitation tablets
  • Sleeping bags
  • Solar battery banks
  • Trash bags
  • Water filters
  • Wipes

Many donations will be transported by air on Wednesday morning. This will be followed by several independent flights this week.

Additionally, the Clarksville-Montgomery County Highway Department will be sending 11 of its members to help rebuild infrastructure and provide aid to East Tennessee. They will help in the transport of YAIPak donations.

MORE: Do you know of other groups gathering supplies for Helene victims? Email news@clarksvillenow.com.

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