**Update: LowCountry Live covered Jessica's story, in it she mentionons several new ways to participate to help the greater cause - including supply drop off centers in Charleston, which you can see here: https://bit.ly/2mfXU45 (copy and paste the link into your browser) drop off locations and items needed are listed below.

**Update: ABC 4 News provided Jesscia with the opportunity to share her story, which you can see here: https://bit.ly/2m11kqZ (copy and paste the link into your browser)

Hurricane Dorian struck the Bahamas with catastrophic winds and heavy rain over Labor Day weekend. The damage is extensive. When a disaster like this strikes, it is devastating to the individuals who have to rebuild their lives.

I have learned that Dorian has deeply affected a dear friend of mine, Jessica Watkins, and her family. Her family still resides in the Bahamas, and all of their homes lie destroyed in the wake of Dorian. Her family shared a video with her which you can see here:

I know there are always incredible individuals who step up and do the right thing when called to do so. On behalf of the Watkins family, I ask that you please give what you can. All funds will go directly to the family to help them rebuild their homes and their lives.

Donate Items Needed

If you or someone you know would like to help by donating needed items please donate the items on this list and more at the following locations: (copy and paste the link to see the list of items) https://bit.ly/2kidIm8

Downtown: Simply j Boutique - 377 King Street 29401

Mt. Pleasant: Kids Play Garden - 320 West Coleman Blvd. 29464

West Ashley: Kid's Play Garden - 57 Windermere Blvd. 29407

James Island: Petaloso - 873 Folly Rd. 29412

North Charleston: Stryke Fitness - 8780 Rivers Ave. Suite 203