Motorcoach Companies Helping Communities Devastated by Hurricane Helene

Hurricane Helene has left widespread destruction, impacting thousands of families and communities along the Atlantic Coast. Now, more than ever, our efforts can make a difference. Several motorcoach companies are stepping up to provide essential support, supplies, and aid to help these communities recover. Join us in this relief effort by donating or volunteering.

How You Can Help

You can get involved in the following ways:

  • Monetary Donations: Financial contributions go directly toward providing essentials like food, water, and shelter for those affected. You can donate directly to local relief organizations.
  • Supply Donations: Essential items like bottled water, canned goods, hygiene products, blankets, and first aid supplies are urgently needed. Find local drop-off points where you can bring these much-needed supplies.
  • Volunteer: Consider volunteering your time to help distribute supplies or assist with rebuilding efforts. Local organizations and motorcoach companies are organizing efforts to transport volunteers and supplies to the affected areas.

 

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Morning Call: Even with Coronavirus Stimulus, Lehigh Valley Tourism, Transportation Struggle to Make

  • April 17, 2020
  • 1-min read

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Even with Coronavirus Stimulus, Lehigh Valley Tourism, Transportation Struggle to Make Ends Meet
Morning Call
Tom Shortell
April 17, 2020

Peter Pantuso, executive director of the ABA, said payroll support and low-interest loans are no help for bus companies such as Trans-Bridge. With few customers to transport, companies can’t turn a profit between the costs of fuel, insurance, leasing garage space, maintaining their fleet and paying off equipment, even if there’s help with payroll. “Congress seemed to be completely tone-deaf to the plight and peril of the motorcoach companies. They completely missed the bus and left us out for designated funding,” Pantuso said.

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