5-Minute Message: Contexts and Themes — Saving Money
Saving money and cutting costs is a popular and appreciated conversation in most circles. Presenting your preparedness and mitigation efforts as a cost-cutting or money-saving measures can engage new audiences and reignite the interests of long-time supporters. One of the most beneficial ways to cut costs is to do some basic hazard mitigation: install cabinet latches, use museum wax to keep pictures and breakables in place, and move heavier items to lower shelves. Besides protecting the items, with a little non-structural hazard mitigation, you can avoid the costs associated with injuries to self or others, post-disaster clean up, and temporary relocation.
Other cost-cutting measures include: buying emergency supplies in bulk, securing sponsorships or donations for necessary items, and finding discount coupons for preparedness items and classes.
Tip: Encourage and empower your super-savers and bargain hunters to be creative! A cost-cutting contest or a fashion show featuring do-it-yourself disaster goods could be a fun event for all!
