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Weather the Elements
The right essentials can make difficult conditions a little easier to face.
What is Weather the Elements?
In communities where people may be exposed to extreme heat, cold, rain, or other challenging conditions, everyday protective essentials can make a meaningful difference. We help provide practical supplies suited to the environment and the needs of the people living there.
Volna Global, a Los Angeles 501(c)(3) public charity, runs this program with local partners in India, Indonesia and Thailand. Every investment follows the same five steps: we listen, choose with local partners, check it can last, invest, and follow up.
What can your support provide?
- Warm blankets and bedding
- Coats, sweaters, and weather-appropriate clothing
- Shoes and protective footwear
- Socks and everyday clothing essentials
- Hats, gloves, and other protective items
- Rain gear and weather protection
- Mosquito nets and other environmental protection
- Fans and appropriate cooling supplies
- Other essential items suited to local weather and living conditions
Help someone face the elements with greater comfort and protection.
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Start a Ripple
One microgrant of $500–$1,000 can start a livelihood. Every gift is invested with local partners and followed up to see what it achieved.
Behind the work
The people & resources that make our work possible
Meaningful work takes people, time, and the right resources.
Behind every program are people planning, coordinating, traveling, building partnerships, communicating with communities, and making sure resources reach where they are needed. Support for our operations helps us compensate the people doing this work and maintain the essential tools and resources needed to carry it forward responsibly.
Your support helps provide:
- Staff and program compensation
- Laptops, software, and communication tools
- Travel and transportation expenses
- Program and fieldwork supplies
- Insurance and organizational coverage
- Training and professional development
- Printing and administrative supplies
- Website and outreach expenses
- Essential operating expenses
- Resources for program planning and coordination
Help strengthen the work behind every ripple.