EVENTS

 June 20, 2026 | 11:00 AM 

The Libella Foundation will host a Hurricane Preparedness Workshop at Mt. Zion AME Church focused on helping families, seniors, and community members prepare for the 2026 hurricane season.

Participants will learn how to build emergency kits, create family communication plans, understand local emergency alerts, and access available community resources before, during, and after a disaster.

This workshop is part of our growing faith-based preparedness initiative designed to expand disaster readiness education through trusted community partners.

June 23, 2026 |  Time TBA

The Libella Foundation will partner with Central Light Grace Chapel during a large-scale community food distribution event expected to serve hundreds of residents.

Our team will provide preparedness information, share resources, and connect community members with tools and guidance to help them prepare for emergencies.

This outreach effort is expected to become an ongoing partnership supporting both immediate needs and long-term community resilience.

June 27, 2026 | 10:00 AM

In partnership with the City of North Lauderdale, The Libella Foundation will provide a community preparedness workshop focused on hurricane readiness, emergency planning, and disaster resilience.

Attendees will receive practical preparedness guidance and learn steps they can take today to better protect themselves and their families during emergencies.

July 7, 2026 | 9:30 AM

This workshop will focus on helping seniors and vulnerable populations prepare for hurricane season through practical education, preparedness planning, and community resources.

July 11, 2026 | 10:00 AM

Building upon our growing partnership with Central Light Grace Chapel, this workshop will provide preparedness education and resources to help residents become more resilient before disasters occur.

July 11, 2026 | 11:00 AM

The Libella Foundation continues expanding its faith-based preparedness network through workshops that equip families and congregations with emergency preparedness knowledge and resources.

July 18, 2026 | 11:00 AM

This preparedness workshop will help community members develop emergency plans, understand local hazards, and strengthen readiness for hurricane season and other emergencies.

June 1-5, 2026

The Libella Foundation attended the 2026 Florida's Training for Emergency Management Symposium, where we connected with emergency management professionals, public safety leaders, nonprofit organizations, and community partners from across the state.

The symposium provided valuable opportunities to strengthen partnerships, learn emerging best practices, and identify new ways to support vulnerable populations before disasters occur.

January 28, 2026

The Libella Foundation was proud to participate in the Florida Emergency Preparedness Conference, where we led a workshop titled “Preparedness for All: Engaging Seniors & Underserved Families.” The session focused on practical strategies to help emergency managers, nonprofits, and community leaders better support vulnerable populations before disasters occur.

During the workshop, we shared real-world tools for building inclusive preparedness programs, including tailored emergency kits, accessible education strategies, and community partnership models that strengthen resilience. The discussion emphasized the importance of collaboration, proactive planning, and ensuring that seniors, families with children, and individuals with access and functional needs are fully included in disaster readiness efforts.

March 4 & 5, 2026

The Libella Foundation attended Disasters Expo USA in Miami on March 4–5, one of the nation’s leading events focused on disaster preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery. The expo brought together emergency management professionals, government agencies, nonprofit leaders, and industry experts to share innovative solutions and strengthen collaboration across the disaster management sector.

During the event, our team connected with organizations and partners working to improve community resilience and preparedness. These conversations help advance Libella’s mission to expand inclusive disaster readiness programs and ensure vulnerable populations have access to the resources, education, and support they need before emergencies occur.

March 4 & 5, 2026

The Libella Foundation participated in the 10th Annual Emergency Management Convening held March 4–5, 2026, in Kissimmee, Florida, hosted by Volunteer Florida. This important gathering brought together emergency management professionals, nonprofit partners, and response organizations from across the state to share updates, best practices, and strengthen coordination for disaster preparedness, response, and recovery.

Throughout the convening, participants engaged in discussions focused on collaboration, community resilience, and improving systems that support Floridians before and after disasters. Events like this help the Libella Foundation continue building partnerships with agencies and organizations that are committed to ensuring communities, especially vulnerable populations, are better prepared and supported during emergencies.

March 7, 2026

The Libella Foundation was proud to serve as a community sponsor at the Boca Chamber Community Cookout & Chili Cookoff on March 7, 2026, held at the YMCA of South Palm Beach County in Boca Raton. The family-friendly event brought together local residents, businesses, and organizations for a day of food, activities, and community connection.

During the event, our team distributed care kits, hygiene kits, and feminine hygiene kits to attendees, helping ensure that essential supplies are accessible to those who may need them. Community outreach events like this allow The Libella Foundation to connect directly with families, raise awareness about disaster preparedness, and provide resources that support health, dignity, and resilience in our community.