Editor's Note: It seems there's no shortage of catastrophes lately. Officials are reeling from the impacts of three hurricanes, and now wildfires are raging across California's Napa region. First responders and emergency organizations are feeling the impact, so today we thought it appropriate to share some information about three veteran-focused organizations working to assist veterans impacted by Hurricane Harvey.

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These days the word disaster dominates the headlines all over the world. Vast regions like Texas, Florida, or Puerto Rico were heavily affected by floods, powerful winds, and strong rains and left behind lots of homeless people and grieving families.

Sadly, the authorities are overwhelmed by the chain of disasters and it's difficult to help everyone with what they need. Rescue teams do their job exemplary and people are being removed from the problem areas, but many lost their life-long earnings and this is a blow that is difficult to cope with. However, the world didn't remain ignorant towards these people's sufferings and help came from all over the worlds in cash or packages.

Charities all over the US got active and mobilized volunteers for various activities, to make sure everyone gets help. Among them, the military is one of the most active through its charities that take care of veterans affected by hurricane Harvey. So, if you want to help out, below you can find the most involved military charities that will help our fellow veterans overcome this difficulty. After all, you must make sure your donation reaches the people in need, right?

#1: Army Emergency Relief Fund

The AER or the Army Emergency Relief Fund was founded over 74 years ago and their main mission is to help soldiers (active or veterans) in need without interest or fees. The charity and its founding members follow some strict lines of integrity, excellence and sustainability, caring for soldiers and their families. Even more, the charity values privacy and everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

It is also one of the most credible military charities in the USA. With over 75 sections all over the world, the AER is well-established and can help regardless of your location. They are also working with the American Red Cross so anyone can reach them easily.

They usually help with scholarships, grants, and loans (always free of interest and fees), but right now, they also take donations for veterans and soldiers affected by the hurricane Harvey situation.

Donation Page https://www.aerhq.org/Donate/Donate-Now)

#2: Operation Supply Drop (OSD)

The OSD or Operation Supply Drop was founded in 2010 and their main mission was to respond to soldiers' need for generationally relevant gear. They did this by delivering "Video Game Care Packages Downrange".

Still, the charity is no longer just an operation supply drop. They grew a lot since 2010 and nowadays they have a lot of volunteers willing to help soldiers and their families going through various transitional challenges.

One of their main cares is helping veterans re-integrate into society by offering a fresh and reformed view on life as a retired soldier. Even better, they got local people involved and collaborate with various companies and organizations such as Goog Gun to show veterans that civilian life can still be interesting.

They have about 37 locations all over the U.S. and they work with both veterans and civilians to help people in need. The hurricane Harvey situation is just one of the problems they cover, but it is one that gives them a lot of work so you can help by donating or by becoming a fundraiser yourself.

Donation Page https://fundraise.operationsupplydrop.org/campaign/hurricane-harvey-impact-fund)

#3: Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society

The NMCRS was specially created to help sailors and marines over a century ago and today is one of the most trusted military charities in the U.S. Nowadays, their main focus is to provide assistance and education, but other programs and funds are also available (like the funds they collect for the victims of hurricane Harvey).

Donation Pagehttps://donate.nmcrs.org/page/contribute/disasterrelief

- Vicki Clain

Clain is a freelance writer and blogger.