Raise your hand if you totally understand the ins and outs of transportation waivers. Still sitting on your hands? You’re not alone. In fact, sometimes waivers can be about as easy to navigate as Atlanta’s, LA’s and Houston’s rush hour traffic combined, which is why we decided to give them the VIP “Tough Questions” treatment […] The post Tough Questions: Who’s In Charge Of Waivers? Who’s Really Eligible To Use Them? And Why Should My Company Care? appeared first on...| American Logistics Aid Network
It may still only be July. But here in the Fulton household, we’re already thinking about Christmas. No, not the Hallmark Channel’s “Christmas in July.” And not Christmas presents either, although I do have to admit I already have a couple stashed away. Our current discussions are all about Christmas decorations – especially the kind […]| American Logistics Aid Network
ALAN Friends, A few weeks ago, I used a Hamilton lyric to describe one of the events that had made me the happiest this summer. Today, I find myself compelled to use another one of its lyrics for very different reason. “There are moments that the words don’t reach. There is suffering too terrible to name.” I’m […] The post Texas Flooding: ALAN Update appeared first on American Logistics Aid Network.| American Logistics Aid Network
Here at ALAN, we try hard to ensure that nothing goes to waste – including the previous experience our talented team members bring to the table. So when we were trying to decide who should spearhead this inaugural Q&A section, it was really a no-brainer. Meet John Holdsworth, our new resilience programs director. . A […] The post Tough Questions: What’s Going On With FEMA Funding And Activities? appeared first on American Logistics Aid Network.| American Logistics Aid Network
Getting To Know: ALAN’s John Holdsworth When a certain Seattle-based emergency management professional started making hot sauce out of his home several years ago, he thought he was merely picking up a new hobby. Turns out he was also practicing for his next job. Meet John Holdsworth, our first-ever Resilience Programs Director. A pivotal part […] The post Getting To Know: ALAN’s John Holdsworth appeared first on American Logistics Aid Network.| American Logistics Aid Network
When the Information Technology Disaster Resource Center needed a way to get communications equipment shipped to Maui in order to help restore critical emergency telecommunications on Maui after 2023’s Lahaina fires, ALAN and in-kind donors immediately stepped up with contributed air transportation for items like communications hardware, internet connectivity gear, and weather radios. They might […] The post April 2025 Chain Reaction appeared first on American Logistics Aid Network.| American Logistics Aid Network
Each year, dictionaries add numerous new expressions and countless new definitions for existing words. Non-profit and supply chain lexicons are also evolving, which is why we’re introducing this “vocab”solutely fabulous new blog feature – and kicking it off with a closer look at two of the biggest disaster preparation terms being bandied about today. Lately […] The post What Do You Mean By That? (Introducing ALAN’s Latest Blog Feature) appeared first on American Logistics Aid ...| American Logistics Aid Network
SEVERE WEATHER UPDATE TUESDAY, MARCH 18, 2025 ALAN Friends: By now you’ve probably seen the drone footage and read about the massive destruction left across the Midwest and Southeast as a result of this past weekend’s tornadoes. We mourn alongside those who’ve lost friends, family, and co-workers, homes and business locations to these events – […] The post Severe Weather in the Midwest and Southeast: ALAN Update appeared first on American Logistics Aid Network.| American Logistics Aid Network
There are many times when ALAN’s team members seem to have a total mind meld – except of course when we don’t. Such was the case a couple of years ago when we were trying to decide what tchotchke to give out at an annual conference. One team member (who freely admits to being kind […] The post Any Way The Cookie Crumbles appeared first on American Logistics Aid Network.| American Logistics Aid Network
It’s hard to believe. But it’s already time for one of ALAN’s favorite holidays. We’re talking, of course, about ALANtine’s Day, that special time of year when we take a moment to show some extra love for our extraordinary in-kind supporters. As always, instead of sending flowers or candy, we’d like to give you something […] The post How Do We Love Our In-Kind Supporters? Let Us Count The Ways appeared first on American Logistics Aid Network.| American Logistics Aid Network
Dear ALAN Friends: By now you’ve undoubtedly seen the news reports about the devastating fires that are still ablaze in Southern California. We grieve with those who have lost family members, friends or homes, not to mention many parts of their hometowns. And we have already begun working behind the scenes to support relief efforts. […]| American Logistics Aid Network
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American Logistics Aid Network provides logistics coordination support for communities affected by disaster.| American Logistics Aid Network
