Carnival Corporation & plc is donating an amazing $2 million in aid to the victims of Hurricane Sandy.

Hurricane Sandy struck the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast regions, devastating parts of New Jersey and New York. The $2 million will be allocated to four charities:

Robin Hood Relief Fund, $1 million

Habitat for Humanity International, $500,000

Save the Children, $250,000

Mayor's Fund to Advance New York City-Hurricane Sandy Relief Efforts, $250,000

"Super Storm Sandy was one of the most devastating natural disasters in U.S. history and on behalf of the 90,000 global employees of Carnival Corporation & plc we are pleased to provide this financial support to those who were affected by the storm," said Carnival Chairman and CEO Micky Arison. "We also have a special relationship with the region, with several ships either homeported or visiting the area as a port of call, as well as hundreds of thousands of residents who sail on the fleets of our various cruise brands."

The Robin Hood Relief Fund launched a large-scale relief effort to aid those in the tri-state area within hours of the storm, providing more than $17.6 million in grants to more than 160 groups. The organization now is moving into the second phase of its recovery effort, providing for long-term needs such as housing, job training, legal counseling and more, with 100 percent of donations going to Sandy relief.

Habitat for Humanity International is a non-profit organization that builds houses for people in need. Carnival's donation has been earmarked for the five Habitat chapters affected by the storm. Following the storm, Habitat for Humanity International launched a multi-phase response to that includes services that will address both the short-term and long-term need for safe and decent housing.

Save the Children's domestic emergency response teams were dispatched to New Jersey and New York within 48 hours of the storm to work with children and families in shelters, and communities to identify both short- and longer-term needs. The organization also is coordinating with national partners to assess the critical needs of families impacted by the storm. By Nov. 30, Save the Children had assisted 40,400 children and adults.

The Mayor's Fund to Advance New York City is assisting with immediate and long-term restoration efforts throughout the five boroughs. The fund is accepting financial donations to support hurricane relief efforts, and 100 percent of donations are being dispersed to relief efforts and organizations. Grant funds have supported the supply and transport of emergency needs including hot food, toiletries, baby supplies, cleaning materials, warm clothing and medications to communities hit hardest by the hurricane. The Mayor's Fund also is committed to rebuilding and restoration efforts including assistance for displaced families, schools, small businesses, non-profit organizations, parks and other impacted groups.

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