Shades Mountain Baptist Church, Hispanic Interest Coalition of Alabama hosting Puerto Rico Island Disaster Relief event

Birmingham residents looking to help those affected by the earthquake in Mexico and Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico will have a chance to make a difference this weekend. 

On Saturday, Oct. 7, people are encouraged to drop off items at Hispanic Interest Coalition of Alabama for its Puerto Rico Island Disaster Relief event. The drop off location, located at 117 South Crest Drive in Homewood, will be accepting donations from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Below are the list of items that can be donated:

• water bottles
• candles
• matches or lighters
• flashlights
• batteries
• paper towels
• can openers
• canned/dry food 
• hygiene items and toiletries 
• cleaning supplies
• First Aid kit items
• disposable plates and cups
• clothing
• diapers for babies and adults
• powder milk
• school supplies
• Mosquito nets
• Mosquito repellent  (liquid)
• C&D batteries

In addition to Oct. 7, Shades Mountain Baptist Church will also be accepting donations on Oct. 14 to help those affected by Hurricane Maria. Drop it off at the church on Saturday, Oct. 14. 

For more information, go to hispanicinterest.org/.