The challenging situation currently impacting Valencia due to the effects of DANA highlights the solidarity within the community and the importance of civic collaboration to mitigate the effects of this disaster. In response, Valencia’s innovative and technological ecosystem has once again demonstrated its commitment and ability to mobilize for social challenges, launching supportive initiatives to help those affected.
From the development of technological solutions to organizing volunteer efforts and establishing support networks, startups, companies, and associations are working together to provide effective assistance and contribute to reconstruction.
Here, we present a selection of these initiatives, designed to help alleviate the impact of this catastrophe:
– Help | Startup Valencia: The startup ecosystem association of the Valencian Community is offering advice and connections to over 1,600 entities within Valencia’s innovation and technology hub to support those affected by DANA. Additionally, you can make a donation, thanks to our collaboration with Admundi.org, which was created to provide urgent support to those affected
– Terreta Espacios | Q Studio: A space offering showers, rest areas, and basic services for DANA-affected individuals and volunteers within the Valencian Community
– AyudaDana.com: A platform connecting DANA victims with those offering assistance
– Ayuda Terreta: A platform where those affected by DANA can mark their location and indicate their needs on a map. The status can be updated when services are on their way, helping to coordinate aid
– AyuDana.org: Free psychological support for those affected by DANA in Valencia
– Anem! | GuruWalk: A car-sharing solution that helps relieve city traffic by connecting those in need of a ride
– The Marina United against the DANA | Marina de Empresas, Innsomnia, Sesame, Valencia Innovation Capital, The Terminal Hub, BioHub VLC: The hubs at La Marina de Valencia have provided 500 office spaces so that companies in need can continue their operations
– CEV: Business support for those affected by DANA
– Ayuda-Dana.es: A platform to centralize and coordinate diverse initiatives by companies, institutions, and volunteers for recovery in DANA-affected areas
– Bit2Me: Cryptocurrency donation addresses allow the crypto community to contribute to this cause
– Where’s My Car? | Juanfran Soler: A registration and lookup system for vehicles lost due to DANA, developed by a UPV mechanical engineering student
– Data Recovery Support for Businesses Affected by DANA: Assistance for anyone who has suffered data loss on electronic devices (computers, phones, hard drives, etc.) due to DANA
– Hoop Carpool: Free platform facilitating carpooling for solidarity purposes
– Together After DANA: Food and material collection points organized by Valencia’s neighborhood federation
– Donate Your Car | Blue Bull: Financial donations to the García Peralta Foundation for the purchase of motorcycles, or donations of light vehicles
– Nebo Comunicación: Free communication consulting for businesses or entities assisting with DANA, reachable at 619 198 545 or nebo@nebocomunicacion.com
– Dana Valencianos: Platform organizing drivers with volunteers who don’t have a vehicle
– DANA Aid: Link to locate areas in need of assistance
– PlayFilm – Fundraising for DANA Valencia: Financial donations for DANA-affected individuals
– SOS Conecta: Link to offer help, request aid, and coordinate travel and lodging
– Help Therapies: Psychological support
– Juntos Tras DANA Solidarity Community: Link to the Together After DANA community
– GoroGoro: Platform to find pets lost during DANA
– Volunteer Network on Telegram: Link to the Volunteer Diary
– GT Automoción y Horizonte: Platform raising funds and distributing supplies to affected communities
– Notary College of Valencia: Free notary services for DANA-affected residents
– Solidarity Chefs: Join WhatsApp and Telegram
– Mother-Baby Health Consultation Group
– UPV: Offers accommodation spaces near the Vera campus to support students in greatest need through the UPV WhatsApp channel at 620 040 050.
– Som Solidaritat | GVA: Efficiently channels material aid to individuals and families affected by the recent DANA
– Ajuda Dana: Emergency coordination system for the Valencian Community
– Zubi Help: Centralizes and coordinates the distribution of resources to address the needs of areas affected by floods
– Sweet Hoteles: They offer a limited number of free rooms in their hotels for those in need of shelter, available through 960 30 65 65, from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
–Ayudas Alcem-se | Marina de Empresas: A platform aimed at supporting pymes, shops, and startups affected by the Dana
– Tornasol Energy: Offers solar self-sufficiency kits to Valencian households left without electricity after the DANA storm, priced below cost
– Naria.digital: They securely and digitally connect contributions with a network of social organizations
– Mobilidar.my.canva.site: A solidarity initiative coordinating furniture donations for those affected by the Valencia DANA
– Freelancers with the Community | By Worksible: Connecting freelancers willing to assist businesses impacted by the Dana in Valencia. You can join as a volunteer or request support
– DANA Assistance | Naturgy: If you’ve been affected by the DANA storm and need support, Naturgy is here to help with tailored solutions
– Solidana.es | Valencia Chamber of Commerce: A solidarity platform designed to support the recovery of businesses impacted by the DANA
We hope this information is useful. Startup Valencia will keep updating these initiatives to support Valencia and its affected residents in recovering as swiftly as
