History

Gerald Anthony (Tony) Lamberth founded the HELP Foundation in 2001. He founded the organization in rural North Carolina in response to a need for disaster planning and management. The foundation’s mission is to bridge the gap between communities and available resources. The HELP Foundation is comprised of experts in All Hazards disaster planning. The Foundation is a 501c3 organization with administrative authorities in Texas, North Carolina and Tennessee.

 In 2008, demand for services moved The HELP Foundation to Houston, Texas.  The organization is based in the greater Houston metro area.

Key Facts

• As a non-profit organization, The HELP Foundation leverages unique services and outreach opportunities unattainable by other emergency management profit-based organizations.
• The HELP Foundation is taking disaster preparedness and bringing it to the individual level.
• The HELP Foundation reaches out to help other non-profit entities with disaster response and preparedness planning. In return, these organizations respond and support our efforts.
• The HELP Foundation continues to build an All Hazards network of emergency management professionals to enhance capabilities across multiple disciplines.
• The HELP Foundation has established a solid emergency management footprint in the Houston area.
• Partners and clients view The HELP Foundation as a credible and innovative organization.
• The Foundation focuses on steady growth with an emphasis on quality and personal service.
• The HELP Foundation values the work of community volunteers who embrace the importance of disaster planning and management. Foundation volunteers represent unmatched talent and loyalty to the communities they serve.