“When written in Chinese, the word 'crisis' is composed of two characters – one represents danger, and one represents opportunity.” John F. Kennedy

Are you ready to make a difference and increase your revenue by being

Sustainable, Resilient, and Prepared?

Our Mission

The mission of Crisis Knowledge Management and Preparedness Foundation aka BePreparedBeReady.org is to provide educational services and programs to help individuals, businesses and communities become more sustainable and be ready and prepared for disasters and other crises.

Why this mission is so important

With the frequency and intensity of natural and man-made disasters on the rise, the need for preparing, survival, and recovering from any disaster is critical for our communities.

3.3 M

people were displaced due disasters in 2023

61%

of Americans believe they are going to be impacted by a disaster in the next 3-5 years

15-30%

have done any type of preparation

1 in 4

homes are at risk of damage or being destroyed

99%

of counties have flooding

1250

Tornados as of June 2024.
There were a total of 1423 tornadoes in 2023

7.9 M

Acres burned as of Sept. 12, 2024

1 in 4

homes may become uninsurable according to reinsurers

Power outages have doubled and last 8 hours longer

OUR PROGRAMS PROVIDE SUPPORT FOR INDIVIDUALS, ORGANIZATIONS AND COMMUNITIES

Why Get Involved:

Experts say that 87% of Americans will choose an individual or organization over another if they are involved in a social cause even if they are not the least expensive. By helping with our causes you will be a leader in your community, increase your influence and increase your referrals.

TRAINING

Designed by Coni Meyers, a former inspector and trainer with FEMA, her certification and other training programs, will guide you and your community on how to prepare, survive, recover and become sustainable. Be the community leader that helps save lives, property and money.

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INITIATIVES

Give you visibility and referrals. Help put go-kits in the hands of elementary school kids through our initiatives such as our KitsforKids. By creating community events we increase awareness of what is needed by the citizens.

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BOOKS

You can be a part of a #1 Bestselling book by white labeling it and adding a paragraph or chapter in the book about why you care and what services you offer. “When the Unthinkable Happens…Be Prepared! Be Ready!” is a reference guide that will be looked at each year when plans and kits are updated. In addition, it gives you an opportunity to reach out to your clients or potential clients. It becomes an invaluable marketing tool.

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Access to a private group

Ongoing events and training you can offer to your community

Initiatives that address community needs

Opportunities to white label books and trainings

Co-branded events and marketing collateral

Being a part of saving lives, property and money

SEE WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING

“The CKM training opened my eyes to many areas of opportunity at my workplace, in my personal life, and inspired volunteerism which has also enriched my life. Please educate yourself, make plans, routinely test and update your plans, speak openly with others, and if you're able, join CKM.”

Darren J. Dellaripa, PRAGMATIC Management Leasing Consulting

Our Partners

Meet our board and advisory members, education partners, media outlets and sponsors. Thanks to them we’re able to grow and spread the word about sustainability and preparedness!