In response to the Chignik Fisheries Economic Disaster, we established a robust project management office to coordinate emergency relief efforts. Leveraging a Smartsheet-based logistics platform, we facilitated the delivery of critical goods and supplies to several remote Alaskan villages, seamlessly integrating emergency relief coordinators and COSTCO warehouse teams across Alaska and Washington State.

Through $1 million in United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) funding, our efforts supported 186 households and 496 individuals, providing much-needed aid during a challenging time. This project highlights the power of strategic coordination and innovative tools in delivering impactful, community-focused solutions.

Key Actions 

• Established a project management office dedicated to emergency response. 
• Designed and implemented a Smartsheet-based logistics management platform. 
• Coordinated delivery of emergency relief goods to remote villages. 
• Integrated efforts of emergency relief coordinators in remote sites with warehouse staff in WA State and Alaska. 
• Provided accounting and grants administration for relief funding. 

Outcome 

• Administered $1 million in United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) funding. 
• Supported 186 households and 496 household members affected by the fisheries disaster. 
• Successfully delivered essential goods and supplies to remote villages. 

Notable Achievements 

• Seamlessly integrated logistics coordination between multiple remote locations and centralized warehouse operations. 
• Successfully managed and accounted for $1 million in funding. 

Lessons Learned 

• Effective logistics management platforms like Smartsheet can significantly improve coordination in remote and challenging environments. 
• Strong partnerships with local organizations and warehouses are critical for timely delivery of emergency supplies.