Fuel Relief Fund is a volunteer-driven, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in the United States. We are the world’s only charitable organization focused exclusively on fuel provision in natural disasters and complex emergencies. Our dedicated team includes highly skilled operational volunteers with backgrounds in fuel and emergency management, as well as fuel supply chain management experts with decades of experience.
Fuel Relief Fund manages emergency fuel supply chains in the direst circumstances. We operate both as a first responder in the immediate aftermath of a disaster and as an expert advisor to governments and humanitarian aid agencies preparing for, or responding to, crisis-related fuel challenges.
Mission Statement
“Our mission is to reduce human suffering in the wake of natural disasters and during complex emergencies by addressing critical fuel supply and access challenges.“
Impact
Fuel Relief Fund is committed to making a significant impact on areas affected by natural disasters or complex emergencies. To date, we have responded to 25 large-scale disasters, providing assistance to thousands of beneficiaries and hundreds of aid agencies.
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Aid Agencies
In our most recent deployment, our team was on the ground in Turkey, distributing 280 tons of coal and benefiting 60,000 people. Our efforts in Ukraine and previous deployments, including Hurricanes Michael, Dorian, Laura, and Ida, have further demonstrated our commitment to providing critical fuel supplies and support to millions of people in need.
Office of the Chairman
Charlie and Karly Cady, Co-Chairs of the Board
Charlie and Karly are employed by Sun Coast Resources, LLC, a leader in the wholesale marketing of fuels, lubricants, and emergency response services. They took on their roles in February 2023, bringing their passion and experience to drive Fuel Relief Fund’s mission forward.
Ted Honcharik, Founder and Chairman Emeritus of the Board
Ted founded Fuel Relief Fund and has had a life-changing experience leading the organization. He continues to support FRF in an emeritus role.
Our Board
Charlie Cady
Co-Chair of the Board
RelaDyne LLC
Karly Cady
Co-Chair of the Board
RelaDyne LLC
Ted Honcharik
Founder and Chairman Emeritus of the Board
Bill Gardiner
CFO
Board Member
Fred Whitaker
Secretary for Fuel Relief Fund
Board Member
Cummins & White, LLP
Joseph Lee
Board Member
Boston Fire Department
Matt Cullen
Board Member
President of Dion & Sons Marine Fuels
Reed Rinehart
Board Member
Rinehart Oil
Jim Cross
Board Member
Cross Petroleum
Jake Endresen
Board Member
Stately Oak Properties
Our Partners
Fuel Relief Fund collaborates with industry leaders and humanitarian organizations to fulfill our mission. Their support enables us to deliver critical fuel supplies to those in need, ensuring we can continue to alleviate human suffering in times of crisis.
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