A number of local organizations up and down the Suncoast are accepting donations to help out those in the Bahamas affected by Hurricane Dorian.

Sarasota Military Academy is accepting donations at both the Prep Middle School and High School in Sarasota. Winn-Dixie stores across Florida are accepting cash and credit donations with proceeds going to the Red Cross.

Agape Flights in Venice is also accepting items to fly over to the islands over the next week. Donations for Agape can be dropped off at Ed Howard Mazda or at the Venice Airport.