Program Overview
Dorado Cares has taken a major step forward in our Emergency Disaster Relief Mission by moving our operations into a fully renovated, large commercial warehouse that now serves as our central hub for disaster readiness. This facility has been purpose-built to store, organize, and deploy the most critical supplies and equipment needed in the immediate aftermath of hurricanes, earthquakes, and other emergencies. With secure, racked storage and full redundancy of power, water, and fuel, this warehouse stands ready to serve as the heartbeat of our second responder efforts across Puerto Rico.
Inside, we have stocked—and continue to stock—large quantities of lifesaving essentials: food, water, clothing, bedding, cleaning supplies, personal hygiene kits, and fuels like diesel, gasoline, and propane. These supplies are given away free to individuals and families in need during times of crisis. But Dorado Cares is not only providing consumables—we are building real, on-the-ground response capacity. Our fleet now includes excavators, dump trucks, skid steers, generators, light towers, forklifts, trailers, and specialized tools, all ready to be deployed for our three-prong mission of Access, Clearing, and Clean-up.
This warehouse is more than a storage space—it is a fully equipped emergency headquarters, co-located with our new volunteer-operated commercial kitchen, allowing us to both feed and support communities in disaster zones. Every piece of equipment we own is maintained in operational readiness by dedicated volunteers, ensuring we can respond at a moment’s notice. The facility allows us to work strategically, getting aid to the right places faster and more effectively, when it matters most.
Our work in disaster relief never stops. Every emergency depletes supplies, and every item given away must be replenished. This is why donor support is so vital—your contributions allow us to restock our warehouse, fuel our operations, and maintain the readiness that saves lives. Whether it’s providing bottled water to families after a hurricane, clearing blocked roads so first responders can reach the injured, or powering critical infrastructure with our generators, your support makes it possible.
We also welcome anyone who wants to serve as part of our trained Second Responder Volunteer Corps. We provide the training needed to safely operate our diesel-powered equipment and other relief tools. Volunteering with Dorado Cares means stepping into the field when your community needs you most, working side by side with neighbors to restore safety, dignity, and hope. Together, we can ensure Puerto Rico is never left waiting for help. This is our mission, and we invite you to make it yours.
