
Because We're Better Together
WHO ARE WE?
We are a solidarity network of community members and organizations working together in Richmond, Virginia to help each other.
Mutual Aid Disaster Relief Richmond, or MAD RVA, aims to create a support system in response to COVID-19 and the effects it has had on Richmonders, including supply shortage, job losses and quarantine. We operate collectively and are primarily functioning as a supply delivery for folks who cannot access medicine, food and other vital goods. We have also just launched a mini-grants program and are developing other supports, forming partnerships across community and demanding policy shifts towards equity and social justice while navigating the undetermined timeline of effects on our community.
Use this site to become a part of the network: request supplies and financial support, offer your goods and services, donate needed items and funds, and dedicate your time to community mutual aid.
With love and solidarity, MAD RVA.
REQUEST, DONATE OR
JOIN US
REQUEST A SUPPLY DROP-OFF OR A MINI-GRANT
We can deliver vital food and cleaning supplies that have been sanitized to your home. To get in touch, please call or text our hotline number and we will send a driver with your order in 1-3 days. Please note that supplies are donated from the community or purchased and may be limited but we'll try our best to get you everything you need.
Mini-grants are available as a new program of MAD RVA. Mini-grants can be used to help with the cost of living in any way, we just need you to fill out a quick form. Please note that currently, we are capping the mini-grants at $200 per person. We hope to expand this in the future, and if you can help please visit the donate section.
DONATE SUPPLIES OR FUNDS
We operate our services through community connection and support. If you have resources to give your neighbors, you can donate vital supplies currently needed or give funds to help us get those things. If you would like to donate to our grants program, please note "grants" with your monetary donation.
SUPPLY WISH LIST:
Egg cartons, paper bags, all-purpose cleaners, bleach, hand/dish soap, disinfectant wipes, hand sanitizer, masks, nitrile gloves, dry and canned food (pop-top preferred), fresh produce, bread, snacks, oatmeal, cereal, peanut butter, jelly, toilet paper, paper towels, laundry pods, shampoo and conditioner, body wash and lotion, toothpaste and toothbrushes, OTC medications, baby and adult diapers/pullups, baby formula, gently-used baby gear, first aid kits, unused thermometers, kids toys and books, working laptops/tablets and cellphones, new socks and underwear, new washcloths and towels, pet food.
**We do not accept clothing donations unless specified**
SUPPLY DROP-OFF LOCATIONS:
Our Space! - 711 Hospital Street, Suites 12/13
[Wednesday - Sunday 10AM-5PM]
Metzger - 801 N. 23rd Street
[Bins in the back, anytime]
Tiny Space - 2708 E. Marshall Street
[Tuesday - Friday 4PM-6PM]
Richmond Volleyball Club - 2921 Byrdhill Road, main office
[Monday - Friday 9AM-5PM]
DONATE $$$:
Venmo - @RichmondMutualAid
BECOME A MONTHLY SUSTAINER:
You can also donate funds using a credit or debit card by clicking the link below:
JOIN THE COMMUNITY
The Mutual Aid Supply Delivery Service runs on the work of community members acting in solidarity with each other. Roles may include answering hotline calls for mutual aid help, organizing and sanitizing donations, packing orders for Richmond households and families, and driving to deliver those orders or pick up donations. We also need people with skills of all kinds; including graphic design, grant writing, media and outreach and anything in between. Mutual Aid is everyone together, fill out the volunteer form below to get started.
Email:
RESOURCES
Links for further local involvement and information.
MUTUAL AID:
A RENT STRIKE PETITION BY THE TENANTS UNION in RICHMOND, VA
If you have questions about canceling your rent
COVID-19 tenant organizing guide
Communal living and COVID-Staythefuckhome movement
RICHMOND AND U.S. AID FOR YOU:
COVID-19 Mutual Aid Fund for LGBTQI+ BIPOC Folks
Support for queer and trans folks
Financial assistance for Virginia workers
Sign up if you are an affected service worker in Richmond
Feedmore org that serves folks in Central VA
Sign up for a raised bed or to be connected to a community garden by Beautiful RVA
Mutual aid needs sign up by AVERT for Richmond VA
Request support if you are undocumented
HELP THESE FUNDS OUT:
GoFundMe to support Undocumented Families
Donate to Richmond restaurant workers fund
Donate to Richmond service workers fund
Donate to COVID-19 emergency relief
Meal train for Jackson Ward Youth Peace Team
Mutual aid volunteer sign up by AVERT for Richmond, VA
HOW TO:
How to take on and take off a mask
How to care for your mental health in uncertainty
SAFE PRACTICES:
Safer drug use during COVID-19
For syringe services/harm redux workers
SOCIAL JUSTICE WORK:
Justice collaborative emergency response for Prisons
Beyond Prisons - a short guide to care for prisoners
Know your rights during COVID-19
LOCAL COUNSELING:
EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION, MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL WELLBEING:
Protocols of delivering aid, disinfecting, dispatch etc. by Queercare
Coronavirus: Wisdom From a Social Justice Lens
Half-Assed Disabled Prepper Tips
The Cranky Queer: Guide to Chronic Illness
Preparation for and Dealing With COVIS-19
Mapping access in the times of COVID-19
COVID-19 Plan for Folks With Neuromuscular Disabilities
Mental Health and COVID-19 - University of Nevada
Mental Health Considerations - World Health Organization
Guided Meditation and Mindfulness
Digital Counseling Relaxation Room
Resource hub for COVID-19 by Equality Virginia
CALISTHETICS:
A Beginner's Guid to Calisthetics
YOGA:
Free Yoga Videos
Do Yoga With Me
HOME WORK OUTS:
TIPS TO WORK FROM HOME:
ADHD Specific Tips for Working From Home
Twitter Tips for Working From Home With ADHD
RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN:
Free Resources Online for Children
101 Things to do for Kids in Isolation
Fun Things to do With Kids at Home
Free Printable Autism Education Tips
HANGING OUT TOGETHER:
Watch Videos Together in Real Time
Unhangout- Open-source online platform for virtual gatherings
CONTACT US
Have additional questions for us? Fill out the form to ask us via email.