COAD stands for Community Organizations Active in Disaster. It is a network of local churches, nonprofits, community groups, and small business who work together to prepare, respond, and recover. This way no one is left behind when disaster strikes.
Community Organizations Active in Disaster (COAD)
WHAT IS COAD?
WHY IT MATTERS:
- Your church could offer shelter, meals, or prayer
- Your nonprofit might provide supplies, transportation, or volunteers
- Together, we can act quickly and in coordination, before chaos hits
HOW TO JOIN SARASOTA COUNTY COAD:
- Nominate a representative from your organization
- Attend an info session or planning meeting
- Sign up to be part of Sarasota County’s coordinated disaster response network
- Email us at cjohnson@uwssc.org
Get Involved: Sarasota County COAD
Building a Community Ready for Disaster
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United Way of South Sarasota County (UWSSC) leads Sarasota County’s COAD (Community Organizations Active in Disaster) — a coalition of nonprofits, faith-based groups, businesses, and government partners working together before, during, and after disasters.
Our role:
- Coordinate preparedness planning across sectors
- Mobilize volunteers and resources when disaster strikes
- Strengthen community resilience through collaboration