ABOUT OSCEOLA REDI
OUR MISSION
PAST RELIEF EFFORTS
UNNO FIRE
Osceola REDI was called into action to support community response efforts after the UNNO Hotel Fire December 23, 2016. An estimated 250 people were displaced by the fire that started in the rear of the 130-room property. Red Cross and other emergency services agencies stepped up to meet immediate housing needs, but it was soon recognized additional support was needed to take care of these individuals and families, especially during the holiday season. REDI helped secure financial donations to cover the costs to temporarily house the families through the holiday season. The community’s generosity was overwhelming as we received more than $20,000 toward housing these displaced families.
HURRICANE IRMA
Based on lessons learned from the 2004-05 hurricane season, Osceola REDI prepared and closely monitored Hurricane Irma. Once the storm had passed, initial assessments indicated minimal damage to Osceola County. However, REDI learned of citizens who experienced damage and debris. REDI, in partnership with Osceola County Emergency Management, identified residents in need and helped deploy volunteers to sort donated goods, clear debris and offer other support services.