If something happened tomorrow, would your family be okay?
Answer a few simple questions and get a clear, plain-English plan: exactly how much water to store, how much food to buy, and what to do first.
Build My Family's PlanFree · About 5 minutes · No sign-up
What you get
Exact gallons of water
Not "store some water." The real number for your family and your timeframe.
Exact pounds of food
Rice, beans, oats and canned goods, based on your family size.
A medical checklist
The medicines and supplies to have on hand, and why.
A step-by-step list
What to do first, what it costs, and where to get it.
How it works
Tell us about your family
How many people, their ages, pets, medications, and how many days you want to be ready for.
We do the math
Gallons of water, pounds of food and supplies, all for your household.
You get a clear plan
A numbered list in order of importance. Print it or save it as a PDF.
Questions families ask
How much water does my family need?
Ready.gov recommends at least 1 gallon per person per day. Our plan uses about 1.5 gallons to cover hygiene. A family of 4 preparing for 30 days needs about 180 gallons.
What food should I buy?
Start with rice, beans, oats, pasta and canned foods your family already eats. The plan gives you exact pounds.
What if the power goes out for days?
The plan covers safe light, phone power, keeping food safe, staying warm, and generator safety.
I have never done this. Where do I start?
Water first. Then food. Then medicine. Then a family plan for staying in touch. The plan puts it all in order for you.
Why it matters
Storms, ice and long power outages happen. Store shelves can empty in hours. A little preparation means your family does not depend on the store being open.
Build My Family's Plan