Hurricane Ian: Airlines participate in relief efforts, giving bonus miles to customers who donate
As Florida grapples with The devastating aftermath of Hurricane IanMajor US airlines are joining the relief efforts and are asking customers to join as well.
The storm made landfall on Florida’s Gulf Coast as a Category 4 hurricane earlier this week with strong winds, deadly high tides and flooding across the state, leaving a trail of destruction that required efforts. significantly remedied.
In recent days, airlines have announced large donations to a series of humanitarian operations dedicated to recovery in the Southeastern United States and the Caribbean from Hurricane Ian. and Fionawhich itself has had devastating effects in Puerto Rico.
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Meanwhile, there are a number of ways airlines are inviting their members to join them to support the cause. In some cases, airlines even encourage frequent flyer miles to be donated.
American Airlines
American Airlines is asking its customers to donate to the Red Cross to support relief efforts in the southeastern United States as well as Puerto Rico and the Caribbean in the wake of Hurricanes Ian and Fiona. Carriers are adding a significant boost to the chip as much as possible. American will award 10 AAdvantage miles for every dollar members donate to the Red Cross between now and October 15.
Donate at least $25 to be eligible for bonus miles.
United Airlines
United Airlines will donate up to $150,000 and 5 million MileagePlus miles to a range of humanitarian relief organizations as part of hurricane relief efforts, the airline announced Friday night.
Between now and October 31, United will be adding bonus miles to members who choose to donate to one of a number of organizations through the Mission Miles initiative, including World Central Kitchen, the Red Cross and Americares, among others.
MileagePlus members willwho donated? from $50 to $99 will get 250 bonus miles from the airlines. Those who donate between $100 and $249 will receive 500 bonus miles and members who deposit $250 or more will receive 1,000 bonus miles.
Delta Airlines
The airline said Delta has donated $250,000 to the American Red Cross as part of Hurricane Ian relief efforts.
The carrier also set up a small website is part of a partnership with the organization through which you can contribute as little as $10. You can choose where your contribution is. A drop-down menu gives you the option to direct your Red Cross donation towards Hurricane Fiona relief, Hurricane Ian relief, or specifically to where it is needed most.
Other airlines announce donations
Several other airlines have announced donations as part of Hurricane Ian relief efforts. The airline said Allegiant donated $100,000 to the American Red Cross on Friday.
Spirit Airlines also announced donations to relief efforts.
Both airlines have a prominent presence in Florida as popular airlines flying leisure travelers to the state are now facing a significant recovery ahead.
Key point
As Florida, Puerto Rico and other communities face a challenging road after Fiona and Ian, donations can go a long way toward helping those in need in rebuilding efforts.
