Aidmatrix
The Aidmatrix Network® is a national disaster relief coordination system funded by FEMA, The UPS Foundation, Accenture, and the Aidmatrix Foundation, Inc. to better manage unsolicited donations and volunteers. It connects State and local governments with donors, State Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD), National VOAD, and FEMA through web-based tools to reduce paperwork and allow for easy information sharing. No software, hardware or additional IT staff is required with this hosted solution, and training is minimal. Aidmatrix delivers powerful solution tools to connect those who have, with those in need. Deploying supply-chain technology, Aidmatrix leverages public- and private-sector resources with charitable organizations in relief services -- creating opportunity and orchestrating the Right Aid to the Right People at the Right Time™. Aidmatrix mobilizes more than $1.5 billion in aid annually, working with more than 35,000 nonprofits, companies and government agencies worldwide.
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Earth Portal
The Earth Portal is a comprehensive resource for timely, objective, science-based information about the environment. It is a means for the global scientific community to come together to produce the first free, expert-driven, massively scaleable information resource on the environment, and to engage civil society in a public dialogue on the role of environmental issues in human affairs. It contains no commercial advertising and reaches a large global audience
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ReliefWeb
ReliefWeb is the world's leading on-line gateway to information (documents and maps) on humanitarian emergencies and disasters. An independent vehicle of information, designed specifically to assist the international humanitarian community in effective delivery of emergency assistance, it provides timely, reliable and relevant information as events unfold, while emphasizing the coverage of "forgotten emergencies" at the same time.
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The Sphere Project
The Sphere Project was launched in 1997 by a group of international humanitarian NGOs and the Red Cross and Red Crescent movement. Sphere is based on two core beliefs: first, that all possible steps should be taken to alleviate human suffering arising out of calamity and conflict, and second, that those affected by disaster have a right to life with dignity and therefore a right to assistance. Sphere is three things: a handbook, a broad process of collaboration and an expression of commitment to quality and accountability. The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA)
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Information Management Toolbox
The Toolbox is a resource base designed to assist Humanitarian Affairs professionals in managing information to support their work in ensuring better humanitarian planning and response. It refers to four main areas, Information Management Principles and OCHA Standard Products; GIS and Technical Tools; HIC Management and Administration; and General Reference.
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Emergency Preparedness & Response
This site is intended to increase the nation’s ability to prepare for and respond to public health emergencies.    Quick links for Mass Causalities, Natural Disasters and Recent Outbreaks, among others, provide information for the general public and professionals responding to these events.  Preparing people for emerging health threats is one of CDC's overarching goals. CDC contributes to national, state, and local efforts to prepare for and prevent public health disasters before they occur. When a disaster has occurred, CDC is prepared to respond and support national, state, and local partners in responding in order to improve public health outcomes. After response to a disaster has ended, CDC assists national, state, and local partners in the recovery and restoration of public health functions.
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DisasterRecoveryResources.net
DisasterRecoveryResources.net is a new Web site created to collect, annotate, and share a selection of research results, references, links, and other resources related to the long- term recovery phase of a major disaster. The site will collect and share various forms of information that contribute to an understanding of the community recovery process after a major disaster. Contributions from researchers, practitioners, and consultants are essential to the site's success.
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Emergency Events Database
EM-DAT provides an objective database for vulnerability assessment and rational decision-making in disaster situations.  In addition to providing information on the human impact of disasters, EM-DAT provides disaster-related economic damage estimates and disaster-specific international aid contributions.  EM-DAT is a project of the Centre for Research on the Epidemiology of Disasters (CRED).
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LSU School of Veterinary Medicine
Hurricane Information for Animal Owners
During hurricane season, it is important for animal owners to ready themselves in advance for evacuation and other recommended tasks related to hurricane preparedness. If an emergency or bad weather forces you and your pets from your home, will you know what to do and what to bring? If you are forced to evacuate your home because of a hurricane or other emergency, don't forget to make preparations for your pets. Pets, just like any other member of your family, have their own special needs. Here are some tips from the Louisiana State Animal Response Team (SART) and LSU School of Veterinary Medicine to help you prepare for an evacuation.
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