GoFundMe is extending its support to communities impacted by Hurricane Melissa. The organization has launched a centralized hub featuring verified fundraisers and trusted nonprofits providing on-the-ground aid.
GoFundMe’s Trust and Safety team continues to verify and update the hub daily. The goal is to ensure affected families receive quick, safe, and transparent assistance.
“Our hearts go out to everyone impacted by Hurricane Melissa,” GoFundMe stated. “We are working around the clock to ensure the community receives the support they need.”
How to Help
First, individuals can donate to verified fundraisers via the Hurricane Melissa Relief Hub. While GoFundMe accepts donations worldwide, only those in supported jurisdictions can start fundraisers for friends and family members in the Caribbean.
Second, people can spread awareness by sharing the hub link across social media channels. Encouraging others to donate or share can make a meaningful difference for families in need.
Finally, supporters can donate to or start certified charity fundraisers for verified organizations providing critical aid.
At GoFundMe, safety and trust remain top priorities. To ensure secure giving, donations are processed by payment partners and released only to the verified beneficiary.
Before any funds are transferred, the beneficiary’s personal information must be verified. If questions arise, payment processors hold funds until verification is complete.
Furthermore, GoFundMe employs a dedicated Trust and Safety team that monitors and reviews all fundraisers. During crises, the team proactively verifies campaigns so impacted communities receive swift and reliable support.
To achieve verification, each fundraiser undergoes enhanced due diligence, including human review and technical screening tools designed to detect misuse.
Donor Protection and Transparency
GoFundMe is the first crowdfunding platform to offer a donor protection guarantee. The GoFundMe Giving Guarantee provides donors a full refund in the rare event of any issue.
In addition, donors and organizers can learn more about GoFundMe’s Trust and Safety practices through its Safety Hub. The hub includes security guidelines and shareable tips to help protect both donors and recipients.
With transparency, accountability, and compassion, GoFundMe continues to strengthen trust while connecting communities in need to those ready to help.
