Arecibo observatory PR Staff Aid

Help staff working on-site at Arecibo observatory in Puerto Rico, as they recover from the devastating effects of Hurricane Maria.  The Universities Space Research Association (USRA) has established a fund to provide eligible staff at Arecibo Observatory with qualified disaster relief payments for emergency needs, medical care, home repairs, etc., resulting from Hurricane Maria and other qualified disasters that may strike Puerto Rico in the future. USRA will oversee the independent distribution of donations.  All funds received by USRA will be provided entirely to affected staff and their families.

 USRA is a nonprofit, tax-exempt organization serving as one of the managing partners of Arecibo Observatory.

A receipt for donations over $250 will be provided upon request.

USRA’s establishment of this fund and distribution of donations are independent activities; U.S. Government endorsement or support should not be inferred.